Using URL shorteners that pay the poster (like AdFly) is strictly forbidden. Use direct links or standard mirrors. No Begging: Do not ask for Steam keys, gifts, or money. 📝 Posting Guidelines
(often called "The RIN") is one of the oldest and most respected forums in the "scene" and warez niche. Unlike many chaotic piracy sites, The RIN is famously strict, bureaucratic, and community-policed. If you are a newcomer, understanding these rules is essential to avoid being banned or flamed within minutes. cs.rin.ru rules
The RIN focuses on and crack-only releases. Do not post repacks (e.g., FitGirl, DODI) unless specifically allowed in a dedicated thread. The community prefers original, untouched game files plus a separate crack. Using URL shorteners that pay the poster (like
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If you are posting a new crack, emulator (Goldberg, SSE, etc.), or suspicious file, you include a VirusTotal scan link. Posting a file without one is grounds for immediate deletion. 📝 Posting Guidelines (often called "The RIN") is
The first and most glaring rule that newcomers encounter is the restriction on external links, specifically the ban on linking to file-hosting services outside of the forum’s integrated system. On most forums, a user simply pastes a "Mega" or "MediaFire" link. On cs.rin.ru, this is a cardinal sin. The rationale behind this is twofold: safety and longevity. By forcing users to use the forum’s internal attachment system, the administration ensures that files are screened for malware, protecting the user base from the rampant viruses that plague similar sites. Furthermore, external links are prone to "link rot"—they expire or get taken down by copyright holders. By hosting files internally, cs.rin.ru ensures that a game uploaded a decade ago remains accessible today. This rule prioritizes the collective archive over individual convenience.