Is it piracy if ......?

[Pyro as Bill]

Dodece said:
All of the above are piracy. You can make all the convoluted arguments you like, but the fact that you are making arguments means your trying to justify your acts. You do this, because you know you are doing something wrong. There is such a thing as aiding and abetting a criminal enterprise. Every time you download pirated games you are supported the practice by others. Others who may not even bother to create a facade of justification. Harboring a criminal is still a crime even if you do not commit the crime yourself.

Also for the record purchases prior to sale or intent are poor justifications. You still have the option to avail yourself of lemon laws, return, or cancellation policies. How are the authorities to determine whether your motivation was genuine. What is to prevent you from saying boy this game sucks I better cancel that order. Nothing whatsoever you think your committed, but in the reality of the situation you really aren't.

Wait a couple weeks it isn't going to kill you. Most of us use this thing called will power, and we also understand the concept of deferred gratification. You actually have a choice. You should make the right one. Do not add to the problem stand above it.

Not sure I'm aiding and abetting criminals and my 'convoluted arguments' were to show that the game is to be purchased on release.

Basically, making a legal back up (assuming it's legal in your country) after you've paid for it but before you have it in your hands. No cancellation or refunds allowed.