The debate surrounding digital game piracy has been ongoing for decades. Research has shown that piracy can have a significant impact on game developers and publishers, affecting revenue and potentially influencing game development decisions (Watson et al., 2015). However, other studies have suggested that piracy can also serve as a form of "free marketing" and even drive sales (Dellarocas, 2003). The rise of digital distribution platforms, such as Steam and the PlayStation Store, has changed the landscape of game piracy, with some arguing that these platforms have made it easier for consumers to access games legitimately (Lamb & Steinberg, 2016).
Watson, G. J., Harrigan, P., & Forte, F. (2015). The impact of digital piracy on the video game industry. International Journal of Business and Social Science, 6(3), 1-9. like-a-dragon-ishin-digital-deluxe-edition-torrent
An Examination of the Digital Distribution and Piracy of "Like a Dragon Ishin!" with a Focus on the "Digital Deluxe Edition" and Torrent-Based Sharing The debate surrounding digital game piracy has been
This study employed a qualitative approach, analyzing online communities and piracy forums where "Like a Dragon Ishin!" and its "Digital Deluxe Edition" were shared through torrent-based piracy. A total of 100 forum posts and comments were collected from 10 different online communities, including Reddit's r/piracy and r/gamestorage. The posts were analyzed using thematic analysis, with a focus on identifying patterns and themes related to the sharing and downloading of the game. The rise of digital distribution platforms, such as
The debate surrounding digital game piracy has been ongoing for decades. Research has shown that piracy can have a significant impact on game developers and publishers, affecting revenue and potentially influencing game development decisions (Watson et al., 2015). However, other studies have suggested that piracy can also serve as a form of "free marketing" and even drive sales (Dellarocas, 2003). The rise of digital distribution platforms, such as Steam and the PlayStation Store, has changed the landscape of game piracy, with some arguing that these platforms have made it easier for consumers to access games legitimately (Lamb & Steinberg, 2016).
Watson, G. J., Harrigan, P., & Forte, F. (2015). The impact of digital piracy on the video game industry. International Journal of Business and Social Science, 6(3), 1-9.
An Examination of the Digital Distribution and Piracy of "Like a Dragon Ishin!" with a Focus on the "Digital Deluxe Edition" and Torrent-Based Sharing
This study employed a qualitative approach, analyzing online communities and piracy forums where "Like a Dragon Ishin!" and its "Digital Deluxe Edition" were shared through torrent-based piracy. A total of 100 forum posts and comments were collected from 10 different online communities, including Reddit's r/piracy and r/gamestorage. The posts were analyzed using thematic analysis, with a focus on identifying patterns and themes related to the sharing and downloading of the game.
