56
Steam will now warn customers at checkout that they're only buying a digital license to a game
(www.rockpapershotgun.com)
this post was submitted on 11 Oct 2024
56 points (96.7% liked)
Gaming
2520 readers
41 users here now
The Lemmy.zip Gaming Community
For news, discussions and memes!
Community Rules
This community follows the Lemmy.zip Instance rules, with the inclusion of the following rule:
- No NSFW content
You can see Lemmy.zip's rules by going to our Code of Conduct.
What to Expect in Our Code of Conduct:
- Respectful Communication: We strive for positive, constructive dialogue and encourage all members to engage with one another in a courteous and understanding manner.
- Inclusivity: Embracing diversity is at the core of our community. We welcome members from all walks of life and expect interactions to be conducted without discrimination.
- Privacy: Your privacy is paramount. Please respect the privacy of others just as you expect yours to be treated. Personal information should never be shared without consent.
- Integrity: We believe in the integrity of speech and action. As such, honesty is expected, and deceptive practices are strictly prohibited.
- Collaboration: Whether you're here to learn, teach, or simply engage in discussion, collaboration is key. Support your fellow members and contribute positively to shared learning and growth.
If you enjoy reading legal stuff, you can check it all out at legal.lemmy.zip.
founded 1 year ago
MODERATORS
you are viewing a single comment's thread
view the rest of the comments
view the rest of the comments
Same is true with physical. It's just harder for them to take it away.
I was thinking the same thing. I remember playing doom on pc and it was pretty clear then who the rights holder is..
They just couldn't remove access, so it felt a lot less like I was "renting" the privilege
I used to be an account manager for scientific software. We were pretty explicit on the limitation of support we would give on old licenses