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[–] ragas@lemmy.ml 24 points 17 hours ago (2 children)

Or buy games without DRM. Like on GOG.

Also wait until development of the game is really done. That way the game is better and cheaper and works on cheaper hardware.

[–] jsnfwlr@lemmy.ml 3 points 16 hours ago (2 children)

GOG doesn't work on consoles.

Jussayin not everyone wants to maintian a PC so they can game...

[–] HerbGrower@slrpnk.net 6 points 13 hours ago

If you want to own your games why don't you want to own the device you use to play them?

[–] Don_alForno@feddit.org 3 points 15 hours ago* (last edited 15 hours ago)

My gaming PC takes the same amount of maintenance as my PS5. Both are computers with parts that can break. Other than that, install updates when they pop up.

Also, Steam Deck / Machine (or any PC with SteamOS) essentially can handle like consoles and run GOG games.

[–] VirtuePacket@lemmy.zip 1 points 12 hours ago

Yep. I buy every game I can on GOG.