Look, I know money is tight and game prices are insane ($70 for a buggy mess? No thanks). But the number of people posting "my PC is acting weird" or "my antivirus went nuts" after downloading from a sketchy YouTube link is getting out of hand.
Here are the for this hobby in 2024/2025:
PSA: Stop downloading "Cracked by FitGirl" from UploadHaven – Here's how to stay safe
If you are new to the scene, read the r/PiratedGames Megathread before clicking anything. It is literally the only guide you need.
Read the megathread. Only use FitGirl, Dodi, or SteamRIP. If it sounds too good to be true (GTA 6 day one), it’s a virus.