Like to buy games online? Splurge on cool gear and loot boxes? Would you give your right arm for a good discount, and do you trust online sellers without a second thought? Congratulations, you’re a sitting duck for cybercriminals who hunt for credit card details and gaming accounts, or trade nonexistent items. We explain how to buy online without pouring money down the drain.
1. Buy from official sources
It may sound obvious, but official stores are the only places you should purchase games, virtual accessories, gaming merch, and other related items. That’s not because it’s what good children do; it’s simply the only way to get at least some guarantees. If you buy something on a shady site and the seller disappears, your money is gone for good.
So, our first recommendation is to shop for PC games either on well-known platforms like Steam and GOG or on official developer sites, download mobile apps from the App Store or Google Play, and buy in-game items only in games.
If you’re looking to buy an unusual mod, you may have luck on developers’ websites. Steam Workshop, for example, is a good place to find other players’ creations. But no-name sites pushing awesome mods aren’t worth the risk.
2. Save smart
Shopping sales and promotions is a good way to save money — if you do it with care. For example, the Epic Games Store regularly gives away games. But don’t rush to click the link in an e-mail promising a huge discount on a just-released AAA title. The most tempting offers are usually a scam. Instead, manually enter the URL of the developer ..
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