The new Nordic Advent Calendar is a downloadable program which has been designed specifically for each device type: Windows or Mac desktop computer, Apple iOS app, or Android app.
Download and install – Windows computers
First download the installation program from this page. You may receive warnings about downloading the file, but provided you are downloading the file from our website, it is perfectly safe to continue.
Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded file – normally in your Downloads folder, unless you specifically saved it somewhere else. The file will be called "JL Nordic Advent Calendar setup.exe" or something similar. Once you've found the file, double-click on it.
At this point you will probably see one or more warnings, depending on your security settings and anti-virus software. The warnings should confirm that the software being installed is by Microcourt Limited – that's us! Please check this is the case, and if so, then you have the correct file and it is safe to proceed with the installation.
If you're using Windows Defender antivirus, you may see a window which says something like "Windows protected your PC. Microsoft Defender SmartScreen prevented an unrecognized app from starting. Running this app might put your PC at risk." If you see this, please click More Info, and then click Run anyway.
If you see a message that Windows has blocked the app for your protection, you may need to adjust your security settings to allow apps which are not from the Windows Store. Please see this Microsoft page for instructions.
The program will now install.
Download and install – Apple Mac
First download the installation program from this page. You may receive warnings about downloading the file, but provided you are downloading the file from our website, it is perfectly safe to continue.
When the download is complete, find the downloaded file: it will be called "JLNordicAdvent2020-macos-installer-x64-1.0.0-s.pkg" or something similar. Once you've found the file, click on it to run it.
Then just follow the instructions to complete the installation. You may need to log on as a local admin on your Mac if you are not already.
Run the Patcher
Once the installation is complete, the Patcher will run. The Patcher is a program that checks to ensure your Advent Calendar is up-to-date and if not, downloads any new files it needs.
Once the Patcher has completed any required updates, you'll be able to click a button to run the Nordic Advent Calendar!
Finally, enter your activation code
The first time you run your Nordic Advent Calendar, you'll be asked to enter your activation code. Your activation code is a string of letters and numbers which you should have received in your notification email, if you purchased the game for yourself. If you’re unable to find this email, then sign into your AG account. Once you’re signed in, click “My Account” and then “Digital Game Purchases” on the left-hand side. There you will find a list of your digital game purchase history, along with the activation code listed for each digital game you have purchased.
If your digital game was purchased for you as a gift, then you should have received an email which includes a link to the correct product page along with an activation code. If you no longer have this email, please contact us for assistance.
If you activated your game and no longer have the confirmation email please contact us for assistance.
Once your activation code has been entered and accepted, you can start to enjoy your Nordic Advent Calendar!