How Does G2A Work?

Are you based in HK? Originally Posted by Ehsas. Originally Posted by TaherTheRetard. If I am missing something here please help me understand. Is G2A safe? Some developers have petitioned Steam and other game marketplaces to disable keys obtained through fraud. Sad to read stuff like this. For this reason we tend to steer people toward CDKeys as a safer alternative. This post has been removed by the Battlelog administrators.

Yes, G2A is safe as long as you take the usual precautions when buying anything online from another individual. Time limit is exhausted. Hi Marco, you know…you might be right. Thanks for sharing your experience. People will impersonate big YouTube or twitch streamers promising reviews etc in exchange for keys e. But on the other hand do other marketplaces like eBay offer a money back guarantee? Well i have personally a good reputation with them so let me ask you first: 1 did you buy with G2A Shield? Yeah, I actually bought mine way back when it first popped up, only paid 35 bucks too, so I have absolutely no problem waiting 2 extra days to play it.

You do not have the right to own a stolen game key — even if you purchased the key without knowing its origin. It is also possible that you could buy a non-working game key on G2A. But there forced enrolled is a whole new form of fraud to ensnare people during checkout especially if you're using ADBlocker. Is this a wide spread problem? You should also check greenmangaming. Was wondering if it worth getting the code from G2A. Following are the top websites like G2A that are worth looking at…. Well i have personally a good reputation with them so let me ask you first: 1 did you buy with G2A Shield? Yet G2A has been scamming people for years and costing developers a lot of money in chargebacks. Don't risk saving a few pennies buying off their site when there are so many other re-sellers to choose from.

Dont trust this service. This post has been removed by the Battlelog administrators. Are you based in HK? Lately they show their true colors. Hacking is another technique that some have used to obtain game keys. Thanks in advance! However, some of the game keys offered on G2A may have been purchased with stolen credit cards. However, there is no chance of buying a fraudulent or stolen key on GOG.

December 29th, 8. My bad, last time i'll be using G2A. G2A is a marketplace like eBay so you are buying from vendors on the platform. YEAH bc the ronkuguy will never just care about a payday. Grand Theft Auto Well i have personally a good reputation with them so let me ask you first: 1 did you buy with G2A Shield? Thread is locked. G2A is only one of many websites where you can buy computer games online.

Yes, G2A is safe as long as you take the usual precautions when buying anything online from another individual. When you buy game keys from G2A, there is no risk to your computer. Unless a game has multiplayer features, it will function properly without an active Internet connection. Buy your keys from legit sellers as Steam, Amazon, Fanatical, Greenmangaming etc. In , a game developer posed as a YouTube celebrity and asked software developers for free game keys. In , developer Wadjet Eye Games temporarily offered free keys for one of its titles. I am sure I could steal something and not get caught due to some loopholes and call myself legit, same thing. I thot U left. Yeah, I actually bought mine way back when it first popped up, only paid 35 bucks too, so I have absolutely no problem waiting 2 extra days to play it. Cheap and safe place to buy games What about CDKeys.

Kinguin Kinguin is similar to G2A in that both websites use third-party sellers to provide their game inventories. I tried to use it, but was redeemed. G2A is not legit. Hacking is another technique that some have used to obtain game keys. Its from G2A themselves. Dont trust this service. The time now is My bad, last time i'll be using G2A. Didn't know the 19th date applied to the whole planet, just the Euro people.

Developers sell their games directly to buyers on Steam, so you can buy a game on Steam without fearing that the key might be stolen or fraudulent. But on the other hand do other marketplaces like eBay offer a money back guarantee? Ya, the guy who was getting paid by EA to promote their game without having the integrity to let his audience know would never support something shady. Today, sellers must verify their identities using their phones, email addresses and social media accounts. A free market does not elevate these people above their license agreement. I guess that's what i get for trying to save a few bucks. Enlisted: Yes, G2A is safe as long as you take the usual precautions when buying anything online from another individual.

Thread is locked. Replies: 35 Last Post: October 13th, , Not rude, but no acknowledgement that they're automatically enrolling people during checkout. The primary differences between G2A and Kinguin are that the marketplaces attract different sellers and therefore offer games at different prices. Contents: How Does G2A work? However, the G2Play FAQ section offers a potential resolution for buyers who purchase fraudulent keys. I primarily use the ones that are legally recognized by publishers and creators, mainly GMG. Remember Me? All rights reserved. I'm going to go ahead and say no, as we don't allow advertising unauthorized key sellers on our forums.

Originally Posted by TaherTheRetard. In the past, sellers on G2A were anonymous. Well it's out, and no F'in key from G2A. Some G2A sellers have obtained game keys by posing as YouTube personalities. Although becoming a G2A Shield member may improve your experience as a G2A user, the program has received some criticism from people who believe that one should not have to pay extra money for improved customer service. The only down side with G2A is you don't get pr-eorder keys until the game launches or after. For this reason I recommend buying from CDKeys these days, as they source and sell the keys themselves and so can be relied upon to provide some service as well. Buying a G2A loot box gives you a chance to win a game for well below its normal price. Is G2A Safe? I agree that a bunch of YT'ers being sponsored by them helps their credibility, but LC ain't the guy to use as an example.

This post has been removed by the Battlelog administrators. Is this a wide spread problem? Was wondering if it worth getting the code from G2A. Originally Posted by Sybaris Caesar. Is G2A safe? A free market does not elevate these people above their license agreement. If the key is fake or stolen G2A will honor the key. Replies: 10 Last Post: January 8th, , So yea I'm happy with them. That also seems unlikely, but would be a BIG problem if that was the case.

Honestly, so many good streamers and youtubers are sponsored by G2A. Provide screenshots as evidence as well as the purchase receipt. Originally Posted by Ehsas. I used keyhub. Hello I bought a game from G2A I cant play the game and requested for a refund. Whether a buyer purchases a game code from the publisher or a third-party seller, the publisher will receive 10 percent of the revenue after joining the G2A publisher program. My Anti VIrus license key has been used 10 times and blocked by the devloper. Keys are in!

Replies: 22 Last Post: November 18th, , Replies: 4 Last Post: July 5th, , G2A Shield may also help to improve the buying experience. Orbitus said: kingcasper01 said: 35 cdkeyshere. September 1st, 5. I find this site is rather unreliable. When you buy game keys from G2A, there is no risk to your computer. It all balances out, imho. However, there is no chance of buying a fraudulent or stolen key on GOG.

Thread is locked. My G2A version installed fine but every game just gives me a black screen and never actually loads G2A is legit, they get legal keys without having to go through so many distributors and in bulk, so they get great prices on them. Angeworben: At least, that's how -I- understand it. However, for those who have or Think bad about G2A and Think they might scam you isn't vaild. Because the chargeback process can take up to 30 days to complete, some thieves have used G2A as an avenue for money laundering. Then later on, they can do a chargeback on the charge, and get their money back And then your account will get banned at Nintendo, or suspended. It is possible that you could try to load a game on Steam one day only to find that it no longer works.

Never gonna use g2a again. You should also attach a picture of your game library showing that your library does not contain the game in question. A game developer cannot dictate where you can buy its products, and there is nothing illegal about buying a game key for less than the retail price. They had been billing my paypal account for around 12 months before I caught it in a quarterly statement. I hope you manage to reclaim the funds. G2A also attracts traffic with promotional products such as loot boxes. Buying a G2A loot box gives you a chance to win a game for well below its normal price. Well it's out, and no F'in key from G2A. September 1st, 6.

The prices on Steam tend to be higher than the prices on G2A, but Steam has a large yearly sale during which buyers can purchase deeply discounted games. I got it today, and it works, so i'm happy with my purchase. Can someone see if this is legit. G2A earns money primarily from payment processing and value-added services. Good luck shopping. However, some of the game keys offered on G2A may have been purchased with stolen credit cards. Microsoft confirmed it was not a version that could be activated in Australia. You should also check greenmangaming. Yeah, I actually bought mine way back when it first popped up, only paid 35 bucks too, so I have absolutely no problem waiting 2 extra days to play it. At least, that's how -I- understand it.

I spent the week waiting to start their money back guarantee and another 3 days for a response afterwards. G2A is NOT safe. According to Alexa. I discussed with Microsoft and they sent me via email an evidence that the key was used on 1 February. Originally Posted by TaherTheRetard. A seller cannot market games on G2A without providing his or her mailing address, phone number, email address and social media identity. G2A is an online marketplace that works similarly to eBay or the Amazon Marketplace. You mentioned ad-blockers…is it possible that the ad-blocker caused this field to not be visible? I also doubt any game service would list a seller like G2A as an approved re-seller bc of the way the sight works and their prices.

Yes, G2A is legit. Cheap and safe place to buy games What about CDKeys. Like eBay, G2A allows you to see how many transactions a seller has completed. Not rude, but no acknowledgement that they're automatically enrolling people during checkout. The games will not contain viruses. I got no acknowledgement from G2A customer service other than read the terms and conditions. Well it's out, and no F'in key from G2A. You take a risk when you use sights like that to obtain your game keys.

Ya, the guy who was getting paid by EA to promote their game without having the integrity to let his audience know would never support something shady. You mentioned ad-blockers…is it possible that the ad-blocker caused this field to not be visible? Just belieeeeeeve. Game developers often charge different prices to customers in different regions on the world because consumers in developing nations often have less disposable income than consumers in developed nations such as the United States. Customers and devs are still getting ripped off. Pretty much everything costs about half what typical retailers pay if you buy enough of them and in advance. Anyone who comes on here moaning about them not being legit and selling dodgy keys are talking nonsense if any dodgy keys are being sold it is by 3rd party resellers that use the website and are potentially doing it with stolen credit card details. I also doubt any game service would list a seller like G2A as an approved re-seller bc of the way the sight works and their prices. You should attach screen captures showing the game key and the error message that you see when you attempt to activate the key. Oh I forgot.

G2A is a site where you can purchase games at a discount. September 2nd, 7. They didn't hide the launch date from you on the website. They are scammers! My bad, last time i'll be using G2A. My bad, last time i'll be using G2A. Your email address will not be published. I guess that's what i get for trying to save a few bucks. Replies: 12 Last Post: October 25th, , At least, that's how -I- understand it.

A game developer cannot dictate where you can buy its products, and there is nothing illegal about buying a game key for less than the retail price. The time now is It helped a lot. Hi Craig, thanks for the comment. Many of the game keys on G2Play are legal in that they were purchased in other regions or during sales. You take a risk when you use sights like that to obtain your game keys. However the downside is they buy global keys, keys that aren't region-locked which means they come out at a later date once the rest of the world has had their releases. There's tons of other sites you can find other than G2A that show up on allkeyshop. Lesson to be learned buy from G2A direct and not the resellers regardless of thier rating, It is quite obvious which one is direct from G2A and which is a resller and always check out the weekly paypal sale for the best bargains thier is one on right now with good deals on hardline and hardline premium. By the time the chargebacks start happening, the thieves have already profited.

Do they wholesale it or what, curious mind wants know G2Play does not guarantee that purchased keys are legitimate or will work. For that reason, we do not allow these discussions on our forums. However the downside is they buy global keys, keys that aren't region-locked which means they come out at a later date once the rest of the world has had their releases. Thanks for the article. September 1st, 6. Keys are in! You should also check greenmangaming. Eventually I have to keep in my mind there will be a risk of getting a non working key. You do not have the right to own a stolen game key — even if you purchased the key without knowing its origin.

Steam is both a game marketplace and a digital distribution channel. G2A is only one of many websites where you can buy computer games online. I got no acknowledgement from G2A customer service other than read the terms and conditions. They didn't hide the launch date from you on the website. Well, for me, the seller refunded to the balance me after the code was invalid, BUT, I am unable to withdraw the money from g2a balance. Hi Craig, thanks for the comment. Another recent change is that G2A now allows publishers to sell game codes on the G2A marketplace. So I have now 82 EUR in it.

Like Steam, GOG only sells game keys that publishers have sanctioned. This post has been removed by the Battlelog administrators. I hope you manage to reclaim the funds. As with G2A, you will not know the origin of any game key that you buy on Kinguin. Originally Posted by TaherTheRetard. Thanks for sharing your experience. Anyone who comes on here moaning about them not being legit and selling dodgy keys are talking nonsense if any dodgy keys are being sold it is by 3rd party resellers that use the website and are potentially doing it with stolen credit card details. It is really important that such claims are backed up by solid evidence.

Thanks for pointing that out. Pretty much everything costs about half what typical retailers pay if you buy enough of them and in advance. G2A is a grey market site where you do not know where your keys are coming from. Developers sell their games directly to buyers on Steam, so you can buy a game on Steam without fearing that the key might be stolen or fraudulent. Because the chargeback process can take up to 30 days to complete, some thieves have used G2A as an avenue for money laundering. Oh take it in the I want to know about the latest news of G2A, is it legit now? Also, it is important to note that becoming a G2A Shield member does not give you fraud protection or assurance that purchased keys will work — it only gives you a faster response from customer service if you want to file a transaction dispute. Enlisted:

You have purchased a digital good and under the UK Consumer Rights Act you must receive the goods in full, as described. If the key is fake or stolen G2A will honor the key. G2A provides the commerce platform and payment processing for sellers who want to offer digital goods. If you looked at the launch date on G2A is says the 19th. The games will not contain viruses. Provide screenshots as evidence as well as the purchase receipt. I spent the week waiting to start their money back guarantee and another 3 days for a response afterwards. Thanks for pointing that out.

Originally Posted by Sybaris Caesar. Kinguin vs G2A Like G2A, Kinguin offers fee-based buyer protection that adds 10 percent to the purchase price of a game. After you buy and download a game, you can play the game on any computer that you own. Its from G2A themselves. Provide screenshots as evidence as well as the purchase receipt. Thanks for sharing your experience. Is G2A safe? Hacking is another technique that some have used to obtain game keys. Pre-ordered mine in g2a for 34 euro and got the pre order versatility pack. Never gonna use g2a again.

Replies: 12 Last Post: October 25th, , If the key is fake or stolen G2A will honor the key. May I rely on it now?? Replies: 4 Last Post: July 5th, , Yeah, I actually bought mine way back when it first popped up, only paid 35 bucks too, so I have absolutely no problem waiting 2 extra days to play it. G2A is only one of many websites where you can buy computer games online. Leave a Comment Cancel reply Your email address will not be published. This article is a joke. Kinguin Kinguin is similar to G2A in that both websites use third-party sellers to provide their game inventories.

I also doubt any game service would list a seller like G2A as an approved re-seller bc of the way the sight works and their prices. I got no acknowledgement from G2A customer service other than read the terms and conditions. Well i have personally a good reputation with them so let me ask you first: 1 did you buy with G2A Shield? This post has been removed by the Battlelog administrators. Like Steam, GOG only sells game keys that publishers have sanctioned. I guess that's what i get for trying to save a few bucks. Was wondering if it worth getting the code from G2A. All rights reserved.

Replies: 12 Last Post: October 25th, , Yes, G2A is safe as long as you take the usual precautions when buying anything online from another individual. It all balances out, imho. I primarily use the ones that are legally recognized by publishers and creators, mainly GMG. A while back ago a bunch of stolen Far Cry 4 keys were sold and G2A got those ppl legit ones to compensate. This was a made because some changes to the stats and rules and not only done by G2A but as i read around for it a lot of people had negative response on this. Oh I forgot. End result.

If G2A went away though those scammers would just move somewhere else. It is similar to the popular marketplace CDKeys. G2A used to be fine. G2A is neither legit nor safe. Yes, G2A is safe as long as you take the usual precautions when buying anything online from another individual. YEAH bc the ronkuguy will never just care about a payday. With many up and coming additional releases, CDKeys. Yeah, I actually bought mine way back when it first popped up, only paid 35 bucks too, so I have absolutely no problem waiting 2 extra days to play it. The prices on Steam tend to be higher than the prices on G2A, but Steam has a large yearly sale during which buyers can purchase deeply discounted games. Hello I bought a game from G2A I cant play the game and requested for a refund.

A while back ago a bunch of stolen Far Cry 4 keys were sold and G2A got those ppl legit ones to compensate. However the downside is they buy global keys, keys that aren't region-locked which means they come out at a later date once the rest of the world has had their releases. If you looked at the launch date on G2A is says the 19th. That would be interesting to know eh. G2A also attracts traffic with promotional products such as loot boxes. Kinguin Kinguin is similar to G2A in that both websites use third-party sellers to provide their game inventories. As with G2A, you will not know the origin of any game key that you buy on Kinguin. Replies: 35 Last Post: October 13th, , If the key is fake or stolen G2A will honor the key. At least, that's how -I- understand it.

The primary differences between G2A and Kinguin are that the marketplaces attract different sellers and therefore offer games at different prices. You take a risk when you use sights like that to obtain your game keys. They didn't hide the launch date from you on the website. People will impersonate big YouTube or twitch streamers promising reviews etc in exchange for keys e. The grade of customer service you have received is, quite frankly, disgraceful. Note that if you buy a G2A Nintendo switch game, it is an ecode, that somneone else is selling you. I bought a key from G2A, seller Zillakami on 3 February. It all balances out, imho.

If you want your money back you have to file a case with local police and scan the documents to G2A. However the downside is they buy global keys, keys that aren't region-locked which means they come out at a later date once the rest of the world has had their releases. Well i have personally a good reputation with them so let me ask you first: 1 did you buy with G2A Shield? They bought the ecode using a credit card, and sold it to you. My G2A version installed fine but every game just gives me a black screen and never actually loads Kinguin Kinguin is similar to G2A in that both websites use third-party sellers to provide their game inventories. If the key is fake or stolen G2A will honor the key. G2A Shield may also help to improve the buying experience.

If you buy a watch on eBay, for example, you might buy from a private owner or a small business specializing in used watches. It helped a lot. Yet G2A has been scamming people for years and costing developers a lot of money in chargebacks. However the downside is they buy global keys, keys that aren't region-locked which means they come out at a later date once the rest of the world has had their releases. The sellers are individual on the site and is not protected by law. Lately they show their true colors. Like eBay, G2A allows you to see how many transactions a seller has completed. PS: How come g2a manage to keep such low price for steam games? It does sound unusual.

Join the challenge! My bad, last time i'll be using G2A. G2Play does not guarantee that purchased keys are legitimate or will work. Hacking is another technique that some have used to obtain game keys. G2A is not legit. As with G2A, you will not know the origin of any game key that you buy on Kinguin. By the time the chargebacks start happening, the thieves have already profited. For this reason we tend to steer people toward CDKeys as a safer alternative. G2A is NOT safe. However, there is a chance that some of the keys on G2Play are fraudulent and will not work.

Many of the game keys on G2Play are legal in that they were purchased in other regions or during sales. By the time the chargebacks start happening, the thieves have already profited. Also, was the Insurance billed automatically monthly or were you charged in one lump sum for the whole year? PS: How come g2a manage to keep such low price for steam games? G2A is a site where you can purchase games at a discount. Fraudulent software keys are stolen goods. YEAH bc the ronkuguy will never just care about a payday. If G2A went away though those scammers would just move somewhere else.

No G2A is no longer safe. In , developer Wadjet Eye Games temporarily offered free keys for one of its titles. G2A earns money primarily from payment processing and value-added services. I got no acknowledgement from G2A customer service other than read the terms and conditions. In , a game developer posed as a YouTube celebrity and asked software developers for free game keys. Originally Posted by TaherTheRetard. Thanks for the article. As with G2A, you will not know the origin of any game key that you buy on Kinguin.

Worth it or Not: G2A Random random steam keys Hi guys, just wanted to know if anyone purchased g2a random steam keys. Its from G2A themselves. So yea I'm happy with them. Orbitus said: kingcasper01 said: 35 cdkeyshere. With many up and coming additional releases, CDKeys. G2A is not legit. At least, that's how -I- understand it. Is G2A Legit?

G2A Shield may also help to improve the buying experience. I also doubt any game service would list a seller like G2A as an approved re-seller bc of the way the sight works and their prices. How Does G2A Work? I also doubt any game service would list a seller like G2A as an approved re-seller bc of the way the sight works and their prices. YEAH bc the ronkuguy will never just care about a payday. Is G2A Safe? A while back ago a bunch of stolen Far Cry 4 keys were sold and G2A got those ppl legit ones to compensate. I tried to use it, but was redeemed.