Reliable Sites to Buy & Download Games

The video game industry has come a long way from Tetris to the current 4k resolution games. Advancements in technology have boosted the capabilities of gaming consoles as well and the internet has ensured that gamers are always connected to each other.

Gone are the days when you would visit a physical shop to buy a CD/DVD of a game. Faster internet connections have enabled gamers to directly download the games to their PC or consoles like PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo. Digital titles have had a massive impact on small game developers who have historically struggled to sell their games across the world.

Risks of buying games online

Playing video games has become a luxury, with AAA games charging upwards of $50 for a copy. And guess what, you still are not the owner of the game, but are just given a license to use. This is why many gamers prefer to find games for cheaper, and end up being defrauded.

A few warning regarding video downloading and streaming sites:

If any website is offering free downloads of a paid game, it most likely is a pirated version. Pirated games often contain malware and viruses disguised as cracks or activators.
Discounted activation keys are generally trial items or stolen. The game publisher could revoke these keys anytime and the game will vanish from your account.
Buying an account instead of a game is a good trick to save money, but not without issues. We have previously written about the risks of buying whole game accounts and items using online stores.
Official looking game stores may also have hackers and scammer who create fake pages. Clone websites are also common on the internet.

How can you stay safe?

We understand the pull towards discounted games, but the associated risks far outweigh the amount of money you want to save. Here are some tips that you can follow to safely buy games online.

Be wary of discount stores. Video games are generally on sale during the festive season and any websites handing out cheap copies around the year are likely to be a scam.
Pay using a credit card. Never buy games from individuals who approach you in chatrooms.
If you want a game for cheaper, just wait. Most AAA games slash prices by 70-80% in a few years after their release. Or just wait for a sale from the video game distributor.
Publishers may not allow the sale of used keys, so check if it is legal before you pay any money.
Do a background check and read reviews of a seller or website before buying any games.

In general, we advise players that they only use official channels to buy video games as they provide better customer service compared to most other websites selling games.