Can purchased PC games carry viruses?

Answer 1

Yes they can code writers some times do this to get back at the "boss man." Just like secret hack codes or options. The game runs one one time and then you get bonzo buddy--a hassle to remove. Always run virus scan before installing. ____ Yes, it's possible. It's highly unlikely -- that would be very bad for the company and they would lose money -- but there's always a possibility of getting a virus when you install a program. Always run an up-to-date virus scanner and check everything before you install it.

_____ It is possible, but as the first person wrote, it is extremely unlikely because the company would know that you could sue them. However, if you know the releaser or producer or developer of the company's name, and you're sure you have a virus form their program/s, you can sue them and get $. _____ It depends somewhat on where you get it. If you purchase it in the store, it is unlikely. But if you purchase it online... there are some people online offering things for sale that are buggy, and not virus-free. It's just the same as buying something on eBay... you take your chances as to quality and reliability. Plus, the virus might not be from the game, but from the site where you downloaded it. Make sure you have virus checking software installed on your computer, and when purchasing games, try to make sure it is a reputable source.