| Risk Type | Description | |-----------|-------------| | | Executables often contain trojans, keyloggers, or miners. | | No updates / broken multiplayer | Pirated copies cannot connect to official servers. | | Legal consequences | Copyright infringement – can result in fines depending on jurisdiction. | | Missing files / crashes | Cracked versions frequently lack patches, DLC, or have corrupted files. | | No controller support | Many hacks disable joystick/HOTAS compatibility. |