twesterm said:
I admit I haven't read the whole conversation but that also doesn't matter to what I was pointing out. I saw two common things people use to justify their pirating:
For number one, it still isn't right that you're getting something for nothing. Plain and simple. It doesn't matter if you're telling the truth or lying, you're still getting something for nothing. Making games is not a charity and you are expected to somehow pay, whether it be buying it new, secondhand, or renting, in order to get the entertainment. That is why that argument is just plain flawed. The other, I'm not actually stealing, is also flawed. You may not be stealing anything physical, but you're still stealing nonetheless. I haven't had time to read what WoW posted yet, but I'm pretty sure it's right as he usually is. So, please, next time don't get so pissy someone responds in a public forum conversation. |
Once again, the debate wasnt about right or wrong. It had to do with the financial aspects of pirating and the affects it has on the market as a whole. I dont think anyone has actually came out and said its "ok" to pirate or that its a good thing. I know I said myself that I dont condone it. But im not here to pass judgement on something so miniscul when it comes down to the bigger picture and whats really important in life.
By the way I wasnt getting "pissy" but if your going to respond to a debate you should really know the whole convo before jumping in. That would apply to anyone, be it on the internet or in your everyday life. As a mod you telling me no to get "pissy" is just asking me to fire back at you and blow up, but im not gonna bite on that hook and get myself banned over something so silly.