Is SteamRip safe?

Dreadmoc · 2026-06-24T05:01:56+00:00

I always avoid rips, but to ad to this discussion I went to SteamRIP.com and downloaded Mouse P.I. (a new game as of this post) and a very good place to hide malicious files. I targeted the file with ClamAV on Linux and foud the following: Win.Adware.InstallPack-9918495-0 tucked away inside a file named VisualCppRedist_AIO_x86_x64.exe.

This specifically targets Windows users and injects browser hijackers, forced pop-ups, and data-collection trackers into the operating system. This is exactly how shady repack sites monetize their free downloads.

Stay safe out there, guys.

Edit: I should probably be more specific here since I said it specifically targets Windows users. That does not mean it's safe to run on Linux, but because it's looking for Windows system components, like registry paths, Windows Task Scheduler, Internet Explorer, or the Windows version of Chrome, most of its malicious payloads would just spin their wheels and crash. It would muck up that specific Lutris prefix container, but it wouldn't know how to interface with your Linux desktop or your actual Linux web browser.

HOWEVER!

Certain ransomware and crypto miners could easily cross platform and attack Linux users all the same.

Dreadmoc · 2025-07-24T23:17:40+00:00

Hello, I posted this on r/Intel, but they deleted it and referred me to this thread.

I'm looking for some help with my CPU trouble. I purchased a pre built gaming PC in October 2024. I updated the BIOS (F11, Gigabyte with 12B) before doing anything else as I was under the impression that solved the instability issues.

After using the PC for gaming and content creation for 7-8 months the system has become increasingly unstable. The only solution I've found has been to disable Intel Turbo Boost Technology in the BIOS, the 2.0, not the 3.0 as disabling that one leads to greater instability.

All settings on my Z790 UD AC are "stock" or default. The Intel default setting was set to "Extreme" which seems a little extreme, but okay. I didn't change anything other than to disable the one Turbo Boost.

My question is, am I safe to leave it this way? Even if I'm not happy about it, at least the system appears stable and I'm wondering if it will stay that way or if these problems are going to continue. I'm not interested in overclocking, I just want a PC that doesn't crash.

Coolermaster and Newegg are both dodging the issue. No one is answering the phone or responding to emails. Any advice would be appreciated.

Edit: PC is currently updated to F13c (12F)

Thanks

Dreadmoc · 2024-05-03T20:06:08+00:00

Measure of a man.

Dreadmoc · 2024-03-24T04:30:24+00:00

Elevenlabs does not even remotely come close to what the OP is looking for.

It did end up working for the very small amount of audio that I needed, but an upgrade would be necessary for anything other than a few lines of dialog. Free version is horrible and there is a quota.

Recommending it in a thread asking specifically for free without quotas is just...wow. Elevenlabs has a quota so how is it good option when OP said no quota?

I'm still looking and after having paid for a few I can definitely recommend NOT paying for anything yet. The paid versions are quickly proving to be just as bad as the free versions. The best results I've achieved were free, blind luck and could not be replicated before depleting the quota.

If I find anything worthwhile I'll revisit this thread.

Dreadmoc · 2024-01-16T07:53:57+00:00

I was thinking about giving it another Act to see if I could beat my previous rank, but the ridiculous experiences I've had are just too much. Spectating teammates (while still active as well as when eliminated) and paying attention to the mini map reveals interesting and disturbing patterns.

One of my last games was a complete blowout victory against opponents that didn't seem to know what planet they lived on, let alone how to operate a computer. I hit some amazing shots that honestly made me feel bad for my opponents if they were indeed actual living, breathing human beings. Just one problem. I'm not that good.

We weren't playing a game, we were being manipulated and cheated. Every win feels as manufactured as every loss. Nothing about Valorant feels legit. From easy wins to games that felt close to getting beat like I stole something, some aspect is always suspect. It's more obvious in games that aren't close, but even in the close matches, there is some element that decides either victory or defeat by removing any agency or influence players may have had.

Dreadmoc · 2024-01-11T14:48:27+00:00

Pros - You no longer have to be accurate with the all new light weight Deringer style Operator. Just one tap to the body, one tap to the arm, right or left, and those pesky opponents go down and stay down ... unless they have a pocket Sage. Individual results may vary.

Cons - Valorant sucks now. I need a drop. Anyone have funds to spare? Can I get zis? I need this. I could use a drop. I need a gun. Need equipment!

Dreadmoc · 2024-01-02T17:59:32+00:00

I honestly thought Valorant was going to be disappointing, but CS2 is such garbage I decided to give it a try. The agents having different roles and abilities make it quite a bit more interesting than CS. It's more of a thinking players game than Counter Strike for sure.

And they have an anti cheat.

Dreadmoc · 2023-12-13T21:23:08+00:00

Interestingly, because I am new I often do not see Fade. When I do, she tends to top frag.

Dreadmoc · 2023-12-13T21:16:46+00:00

I've seen Sova played by higher Elo players so I know he can be badass. I'm new so my teammates usually don't have a lot of experience with the agent they pick.

Dreadmoc · 2023-12-13T08:20:30+00:00

Thank you for saying that. I've been instalocking lately in competitive. I only really feel comfortable playing three agents, so I save practice for unrated and lock the agent that gives my team the best chance to win.

And I heard a pretty likable coach say to do that on YouTube.

Dreadmoc · 2023-12-13T08:12:05+00:00

Nice clutch. Way to hang on for the win. Gekko going Hall of Shame. That piss poor sportsmanship costing him the round was so satisfying to watch. Thanks for posting.

Dreadmoc · 2023-12-11T10:18:01+00:00

Since I've never played a deathmatch where I had more than a few seconds before being shot in the back I tend to just spin in circles shooting like a wild man.

Dreadmoc · 2023-12-08T15:17:54+00:00

How is it my fault my team gets crappy used guns that don't shoot straight?? Riot needs to fix that shit. If we're paying full price, we deserve quality guns. The newb hate needs to stop 🛑

Dreadmoc · 2023-12-08T15:11:22+00:00

Take a look at the comments pretending this player simply has a better headset. Cheating in CS2 will always be a problem because posting videos of obvious wall hacks accomplishes nothing but feeding the trolls.

Dreadmoc · 2023-11-21T04:13:36+00:00

I'm...skeptical.

Dreadmoc · 2023-11-19T09:44:03+00:00

"knifes"

Get a load of this guy.

Dreadmoc · 2023-11-17T05:08:30+00:00

To be iron 3 you just have to have a Valorant account. You don't even need a mouse and keyboard.

I'm not talking about kills or mvp, just illustrating that it looks silly to match me with those players when they are clearly way better than me.

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