[DEBUNKED] Windows 10 updates can disable pirated games and unauthorized hardware

[Techhog]

Of course everyone is jumping to conclusions without knowing what "unauthorized hardware" is or even trying to find out. Lol.

[samuel]

I think îs more about Xbox One here aka protect their workhorse. They will still consider pirated games malwares in a traditional PC but that's the good old issue with those things.

Don't be paranoid, it's not like they would delete your game save file after 100+ hours of playing. Imagine the riot, LOL

[terrytek]

This does not apply to windows 10, seriously does no one read the articles anymore?

 

Here is a list of services those conditions apply to:

 

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/servicesagreement/?s=ecym#serviceslist

 

IF you look closely you will see it applies to xbox and windows games and xbocx live,  it is basic DRM, nothing new.

If this ranks true, then i guess i can upgrade without worrying about this bs

[_ASSASSIN_]

SCREW YOU MICROSOFT, I LOVE GETTING MY INFORMATION STOLEN, FUCK YOU GUYS.

[atrash]

OMG. Must panic and spread misinformation from an article with very little details.

[Shin-Gouki]

It's a slippery slope. Microsoft can disable anything it likes according to this. Pirate or Otherwise. Some of you need to get off your high horses and use your brains. 

[mr moose]

Bullshit for obtaining intellectual properly intended to be paid for? What kind of delusional world are you living in?

 

Just another entitled person who thinks everything should be free.

 

Of course it doesn't help that the title is wrong and these conditions are not part of windows 10.

[azurezeed]

Bullshit for obtaining intellectual properly intended to be paid for? What kind of delusional world are you living in?

What about unauthorized hardware, this isn't only for the pirated stuff, this is just the start of something big

[MegaDave91]

What about unauthorized hardware, this isn't only for the pirated stuff, this is just the start of something big

No opinion on that, but the pirated software is hilarious.

[Maslofski]

alright, not that much of a fan of dx12 anyways

[mr moose]

What about unauthorized hardware, this isn't only for the pirated stuff, this is just the start of something big

 

Unauthorised hardware will be physical modification to the xbox to allow it to run pirated games.

 

Nothing to do with plugging a controller into windows.

[burnttoastnice]

Microsoft: OMG PIRATED SOFTWARE, CRASH HIS PC

Me: *looks at black screen for 20 seconds*

Microsoft: Ok were bored now you can have your PC back.

Me:

[dalekphalm]

This does not apply to windows 10, seriously does no one read the articles anymore?

 

Here is a list of services those conditions apply to:

 

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/servicesagreement/?s=ecym#serviceslist

 

IF you look closely you will see it applies to xbox and windows games and xbocx live,  it is basic DRM, nothing new.

 

 

What about unauthorized hardware, this isn't only for the pirated stuff, this is just the start of something big

It's XBox specific, not Windows 10 (Aside from pirated Windows games, but that's a no brainer anyway)

 

@TehStranger? Can you please update the OP and change the title? Read Moose's post. This has nothing to do with Windows 10.

[iludez]

You don't do anything illegal? Alright so we can put cameras all over your house and track your every movement right? You shouldn't mind, it's not like you break the law anyway!

Yes why would i need to do anything illegal?

I have quite high morals.If you want something buy it

[matto97]

I admit i pirate games mainly to try them out before i buy, if i cant try it i just wont buy it that simple. But un authorized hardware? really? if i want to plug something in that i paid for in to my computer that i paid for i will.

[Lazmarr]

This does not apply to windows 10, seriously does no one read the articles anymore?

 

Here is a list of services those conditions apply to:

 

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/servicesagreement/?s=ecym#serviceslist

 

IF you look closely you will see it applies to xbox and windows games and xbocx live,  it is basic DRM, nothing new.

Was just about to post this

[Techhog]

Unauthorised hardware will be physical modification to the xbox to allow it to run pirated games.

 

Nothing to do with plugging a controller into windows.

Just stop. Hardly anybody here is willing to look at this from an unbiased perspective. 

[Briggsy]

All I read is a big legal C.Y.A. for Microsoft in case a mandatory windows update breaks something. The part about unauthorized hardware or pirated software adds an additional barrier of protection for them. It requires someone to first prove that software is legit or that hardware is officially supported if they complain windows update broke something, so that Microsoft isn't constantly getting trolled by idiots complaining for the lols.

[That Norwegian Guy]

So Vulkan will work on Win 8.1 and 7 right? So we don't technically need Windows 10 (and by extension DX12)

 

OpenGL might finally be the master race.

 

I haven't pirated a game in years now, but this is still dolus non grata.

[Doughnutnator]

You guys jump right into conclusions before reading.

It seems that it doesn't apply to Win10 (cliclbait).

Calm your tits It's fine, they're not going to disable your modded 3rd party USB butt plug.

[SpaghettiCarbonara]

If its not worth buying then its not worth pirating.

 

But how would you know it's worth buying if you've never played it?

 

...and all the pirates will be revealed, lol. Serves 'em right.

 

No. Fuck this mentality. Remember Hotline Miami 2? Many Aussies couldn't legally get that game, so the developer just threw up their hands and said "whatever, just pirate it. We want you to enjoy it"

 

Piracy isn't a black and white thing, it has it's advantages and benefits for the gaming industry. One of them being that it keeps prices down and distribution platforms competetive.

 

This.If you cant afford a game you shouldnt just pirate it.its like going into a shop with no money and stealing a can of coke.

 

Nooope. It's more along the lines of going into a shop, making a complete copy of the can of coke and walking out. Have you stolen anything? No. Have you cost anyone money? No. If you like it, you might say "gee, you know, I liked that coke. I might go buy one to help coke make more coke"

 

Implying anyone likes coke

 

Bullshit for obtaining intellectual properly intended to be paid for? What kind of delusional world are you living in?

 

This isn't their battle. Who ever said Microsoft has the right to fight game developer's/publisher's battles? Maybe on Xbox, but not on the PC.

[Cainn]

Of course everyone is jumping to conclusions without knowing what "unauthorized hardware" is or even trying to find out. Lol.

Guess what? It doesn't matter what it is. If Microsoft chooses to say it's "Unauthorized hardware" You're agreeing to them bricking it on your system if you decide to use the services that this policy covers. 

Oh, and from what I read, you can't sue them for it later either.

 

[burnttoastnice]

No. Fuck this mentality. Remember Hotline Miami 2? Many Aussies couldn't legally get that game, so the developer just threw up their hands and said "whatever, just pirate it. We want you to enjoy it"

 

Interesting for a developer to come to a conclusion like this, but it's understandable since it appears the classification board didn't want it released there. It's only a video game though so to be honest the board is just overreacting

 

 

The statement concluded with Dennaton confirming that they will not challenge the ruling.^[28] Developer Dennaton Games have since suggested that people in Australia interested in the game should pirate it if they are unable to purchase a retail copy

Src https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hotline_Miami_2:_Wrong_Number#Rape_depiction_controversy

[burnttoastnice]

Guess what? It doesn't matter what it is. If Microsoft chooses to say it's "Unauthorized hardware" You're agreeing to them bricking it on your system if you decide to use the services that this policy covers. 

Oh, and from what I read, you can't sue them for it later either.

 

Cue the flood of unsigned chinese drivers to allow us to keep using our 'unauthorised' hardware

[MegaDave91]

 

No. Fuck this mentality. Remember Hotline Miami 2? Many Aussies couldn't legally get that game, so the developer just threw up their hands and said "whatever, just pirate it. We want you to enjoy it"

 

Piracy isn't a black and white thing, it has it's advantages and benefits for the gaming industry. One of them being that it keeps prices down and distribution platforms competetive.

 

The tenacity of my sentiment is strong, so best of luck modifying my stance. Unless explicit consent, one should not be using product(s) that otherwise should be paid for.