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{{ii}} Acquisition methods for a game can be changed by its publisher after the user has already purchased the game. This has happened when some download links were replaced with redeemable [[Steam]] keys.<ref>[https://www.gog.com/forum/general_archive/gamersgate_wtf_is_going_on/page1 GamersGate, WTF is going on?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref><ref>[http://www.gamersgate.com/gametutor?issue=251998 Downloads are replaced with Steam-keys - GamersGate - The website - GameTutor - GamersGate]</ref> | {{ii}} Acquisition methods for a game can be changed by its publisher after the user has already purchased the game. This has happened when some download links were replaced with redeemable [[Steam]] keys.<ref>[https://www.gog.com/forum/general_archive/gamersgate_wtf_is_going_on/page1 GamersGate, WTF is going on?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref><ref>[http://www.gamersgate.com/gametutor?issue=251998 Downloads are replaced with Steam-keys - GamersGate - The website - GameTutor - GamersGate]</ref> | ||
+ | {{--}} Game installation requires internet access even for games sold as DRM-free (see [[#Install without internet access|Install without internet access]]).<ref name="offline installation">[https://www.gog.com/forum/general/warning_gamersgates_drm_free_games_are_not_really_drm_free/page14 WARNING: GamersGate's DRM Free games are NOT REALLY DRM FREE!!!, page 14 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref> | ||
'''Official Links''' | '''Official Links''' | ||
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Gifting is possible using this platform. | Gifting is possible using this platform. | ||
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+ | ==Issues fixed== | ||
+ | ===Install without internet access=== | ||
+ | {{--}} Game installation requires internet access even for games sold as DRM-free.<ref name="offline installation"/> | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Bypass setup removal|ref=<ref name="offline installation"/>}} | ||
+ | # Run the downloader and download the game normally. A <code>GamersGate temporary files</code> folder will be made in the same folder as the downloader. | ||
+ | # Wait for the installer to start. | ||
+ | # With the installer open, make a copy of <code>GamersGate temporary files</code>. | ||
+ | # Close the installer and the downloader (choose to delete the downloaded files). | ||
+ | # The copied installation folder contains {{file|setup.exe}} or {{file|install.exe}} (or similar) which will run without internet access. | ||
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+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} This installer will work offline for games sold as DRM-free; games sold with DRM may still require online activation. | ||
+ | }} | ||
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{{References}} | {{References}} | ||
[[Category:Digital Distribution]] | [[Category:Digital Distribution]] |
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GamersGate is a digital distribution platform for PC and Mac games. Offering a “client-free” experience that eliminates the need for a client interface, gamers anywhere can access their games without any third party involvement.
In a nutshell: GamersGate does not require a client to be downloaded. It supports Windows and OS X platforms.
Key points
- Acquisition methods for a game can be changed by its publisher after the user has already purchased the game. This has happened when some download links were replaced with redeemable Steam keys.[1][2]
- Game installation requires internet access even for games sold as DRM-free (see Install without internet access).[3]
Official Links
Payment methods
- PayPal
- Skrill Digital Wallet (also via EPS/Maestro via Skrill)
- Paysafecard
- Visa/Mastercard
- Blue Coins
- V Pay
Gifting is possible using this platform.
Issues fixed
Install without internet access
- Game installation requires internet access even for games sold as DRM-free.[3]
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