They tell you piracy is killing gaming. But maybe it’s just exposing the truth.

For years, game companies have raised prices, lowered quality, and sold you the illusion of ownership — all while calling you the criminal for not playing along. But here’s the uncomfortable reality: piracy isn’t the disease… it’s the symptom.

Gamers aren’t turning to piracy for fun — they’re turning to it because demos lie, prices rise, and even when you buy a game, you don’t truly own it. So let’s have an honest conversation about what’s really hurting the industry — and how piracy, like it or not, sometimes keeps the good games alive.

Don’t fall for the double standard. Don’t blame the players. Blame the system.