Ok - i dont want to write this because it exposes me as a dumbass....but in case there are any other slightly naive people here i thought it best to put this about... I was getting bored with the content at PSN so i decided to use my PC to search for any other methods of getting legal downloads for the ps3... I tapped into google - legal ps3 downloads.... The search engine came up with a number of results one of which was Unlimitedps3downloads.com...... I did a bit af research - they have cleverly set up a number of their own pages here and there titled ''PS3 downloads a scam?'' where they had reviews of the site and videos that said the site was cool etc....these sites did not appear to be linked to Unmlimitedps3dowloads. So....id had a few beers....i had my credit card in my pocket and i though hey this looks pretty good - the sign in fee in about $50 dollars and that gives you umlimited access to the site - a one off payment....they then provide you the games etc on thier database and the means to convert their iso's into a usable disc for the ps3. YES I KNOW THAT IT SOUNDS RIDICULOUS!! It sound even worse in the morning let me tell you! Basically once you paid ya money.....your screwed! They do provide you with software to burn iso's......and a Bitorrent search engine - yes guys im afraid thats what it turned out to be. Its just P2P - which when in reference to ps3 games is not only illegal but i dont think that you could burn games anyway. Its a total waste of your money and illegal. Just great. Im cancelling my credit card just in case its even worse that this just to be safe. Anyway - cue a lot of smart assess saying hilarious and insightful - to be honest i dont give a rats ass - just as long as other people who may have been sucked in read this and steer clear of this scam
You definitely should have known better but I'll blame the beers for this one- there are absolutely NO legal PS3 downloads on the web other than the firmware updates from Sony's site. Anyone claiming otherwise are flat out lying.
Come on guy, even if i'm drunk i wouldn't fall for that...............you can get them illegally by downloading for free, to get them legally you're going to pay $50 to download iso's? A red flag should have gone up, lets not even get into PS3 using Blu-ray discs.........
unlucky brother, well at least next time you use your credit card online you will be more carful...Thanks for the heads up, i wont be searching for ps3 downlaods on google anymore lol.
Damn, bro. Sorry for your loss. Personally, I use pre-paid cards for everything. (PS store, Itunes, etc.) I'm like you, man. I do dangerous things with a credit card in my hands. You're not alone.
I just checked the website and it says they have a 60 day refund policy. Contact them on Monday ask for a refund. I added some quotes from their FAQ page. "How about your refund policy? A very important matter: We offer a 60 Days full refund guarantee. You should expect help from our support team and a refund may applied when downloads don't work the way they should." "What is your Refund Policy ? We offer a 60-Days no questions asked money back guarantee." "What kind of support can I expect? Our Team works from Monday to Friday on regular office hours (GMT+1). You can contact us and submit your questions. You get clear concise answers back in a timely manner, usually within the same day."
Ive seen those sites before, and im glad i read this before i spent my money. Cant blame you for trying to get it elsewhere. We are only human. I guess ill just stick with the PSN for now.
Ive seen those sites before, and im glad i read this before i spent my money. Cant blame you for trying to get it elsewhere. We are only human. I guess ill just stick with the PSN for now.dorianse
You definitely should have known better but I'll blame the beers for this one- there are absolutely NO legal PS3 downloads on the web other than the firmware updates from Sony's site. Anyone claiming otherwise are flat out lying.lyndonAPI
Well there are lots of free downloads for the PS3 like Linux, themes, wallpapers, and even game saves.
I won't bother taking your keys away from you when you're drinking but rather your credit card. less damage will be done this way I assume.wreconize89
God take them both - or next time i may just end up getting boned by online crooks and then car jacked!
I am a total dumbass i know - but thanks to everyone who said they were 'feeling the plight' soto speakits good to know that there are some genuine cool people on the internet. Im gunna research this whole scam a bit further and im gunna put together something to expose the kinds of sites that take idiots (like me) and steal their money!
I will also look into that 60 day money back thing - although im not hoping too much. May as well check it out ay.
On the Plus side i am in the process of installing linux on my PS3 thanks to some advice from people right here on the gamespot forums. See - so some good things do come cheap! If anyone wants the link to the Linux stuff let me know ill put it up.
thanx a bunch i am gonna get a ps3 soon i thought unlimited downloads was a good site to download after the one time payment now that you have shown us all their true colours i think i'll check out the free torrents available hope no mistake like this happens again bakugan1998
If i was silly enough to get conned like this i think i would also blame alcohol, even if i hadn't had any. Well they got your money, you should try their "Free technical support".
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