11-24-2007, 05:39 PM | #1 |
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Freeware!
Some time ago, I discovered that many of the games I played during my childhood are now freeware. Meaning: it's legal to pluck them from the internet. Although I usually still have the original games, this is not only easier, but the downloads have often been modified for XP and other modern operating systems. I'll post a list of my personal favorites. Feel free to do the same.
-System Shock 2 ( http://www.the-underdogs.info/game.php?id=3924 ) If you've never played this first person RPG before, you're definately missing out on something. It's quite similar to Deus Ex. -UFO: Enemy Unknown ( http://www.the-underdogs.info/game.php?gameid=4966 ) This is without a doubt one of the finest games in the history of the personal computer. In 'UFO: EU' (also known as UFO: Defender), you're in charge of an agency that protects the earth against alien incursions. You have to construct bases, capture aliens, research their technology and lead your men in battle. -Transport Tycoon Deluxe (for windows) ( http://www.the-underdogs.info/game.php?id=1631 ) There is more to this simple transport game than meets the eye. I played this day and night when I was young, and it still hasn't lost any of its charm. You're the chief of an all-round transport company. Build roads, airports and traintracks, and fill them with your own vehicles. Sabotaging the competition is optional. Last edited by Dreamer128; 11-24-2007 at 05:47 PM. |
12-18-2007, 01:41 PM | #2 |
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Re: Freeware!
Emulators that run ROMs are cool too. You can get ROMs for free all over the internet and if the one you download is for a system no longer being used for development, then it is legal. If games are still being developed for your system, then you can still download any ROM you want for free, but you are required to delete it from your system within 24 hours UNLESS you actually own a physical copy, then it's all good.
I like emu-paradise and emulation-nation. I got a GBA emulator that runs GameBoy ROMs on my CELL PHONE!!
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12-18-2007, 04:10 PM | #4 |
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Re: Freeware!
Yeah it's illegal if you don't own the games yourself. Otherwise, it's perfectly fine. So these sites provide no illegal services.
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12-18-2007, 08:20 PM | #5 |
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Re: Freeware!
You better check with your local, state, and federal laws to be sure, but most older systems no longer in developement are, by default, considered abandonware, therefore are free. Check the disclaimers on sites offering free ROMs to find out specific information for the given ROM you are interested in to see if that one requires you to own the physical game cartridge or not. In any case, ALL ROM games are legal to have on your PC for up to 24 hours, so download, enjoy, and delete! (Hmm.. sounds like 'catch and release'... and strangely, the laws are about the same too.. lol)
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12-18-2007, 09:12 PM | #6 |
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Re: Freeware!
True most sites will not even list protected titles i.e. mario sonic etc. If they do and they present themselves as legit, it's only a matter of time before it changes/they get shutdown.
But unless things have changed in the R&R we're technically supposed to avoid discussing ROMS and emulators due to their iffy nature.
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12-18-2007, 10:58 PM | #8 |
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In otherwords if there is any kind of copyright on the game in question it's a no go. If it's PD or public domain, all's fair.
Did I get that right? Please correct me if not.
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