Seeking Tips and suggestion for how to safely download and play games.

bianca91

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Oct 27, 2022
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I'm not a real big fan of running .exe files downloaded from unknown sources for obvious reasons....

Any tips or suggestion to play such games?
 

Bravolf

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Aug 3, 2020
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is a good site for scanning applications you're unsure about
 

bianca91

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Oct 27, 2022
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is a good site for scanning applications you're unsure about
I think the main problem isn't really with viruses per se, but what a .exe files can add to your pc without your knowledge that's not considered a virus.
 

Pretentious Goblin

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Nov 3, 2017
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I've never had an issue on this site in hundreds of downloads, and I think the games themselves are checked for malware and PUPs by the uploader (who is either the dev or a respected member of the community). I would be more careful with things like mods and save files from random users, and also avoid Anonfiles and Mixdrop hosts since they're a little dodgier than the rest (opening windows/tabs without permission).