: New members must use the search function (often requiring a minimum of three letters) to see if their question has already been answered before starting a new topic. Legible Formatting
If you encounter a user breaking the rules, please report it to the moderators using the in-built reporting feature or by contacting them via private message.
Games protected by specific highly aggressive anti-piracy groups or developers who actively coordinate legal action against the forum are sometimes blacklisted. Check the stickied threads in the main section for the current "Do Not Post" list.
Do not reply to a thread just to say "thank you" or "awesome share." It clutters the thread. Instead, use the forum's built-in "Thumbs Up" or Reputation system to show your appreciation.
How to safely use like Goldberg without breaking rules
: Keep discussions relevant to the specific thread. Off-topic questions in wrong sections are frequently penalized.
: All posts in the English-language forums must be in English. Non-English posts in these areas are often deleted without warning. No "Scene" Release Links
The rules of (Steam Underground Forum) are notoriously strict and intended to keep the site clean, safe, and efficient for its primary purpose: sharing clean game files and cracks. Because the moderators "practically live on the site," the rules are enforced with zero tolerance for laziness. Core Forum Rules Overview
Before creating a thread or asking a question, use the forum's search bar. If you ask a question like "Where is the crack?" on a thread where the crack is linked on page one, your post will be deleted, and you may receive a warning. Language Constraints CS.RIN.RU is divided into two primary sections: All posts must be in Russian. The English Section: All posts must be in English.
You cannot buy, sell, or trade forum accounts, Steam accounts, or digital keys.
Obligatory. No bit.ly, no adfly, no short.link. Direct links only. This is non-negotiable.
: The search engine requires a minimum of 3 letters per word , making it difficult to find games with very short titles (e.g., "Sifu" works, but "If" would not).
Unlike general warez or torrent sites, CS.RIN.RU functions primarily as a research and sharing forum for Steam-based games. The community values self-reliance, technical accuracy, and organization.
Forum Etiquette & Moderation - DLS Rulemaking & Policy Development
There are extensive "GreenLuma," "CreamAPI," and "SteamPipe" tutorials pinned at the top of the forums. Read them before asking for help with these tools. 7. Respect the Staff and "The Scene"
Threads must be titled correctly (usually [Release] Game Name or [Info] Game Name ). 6. No "Lamer" Questions