This is for sharing raw files and clean Steam GCF/SFC/Manifests.
Allowed content typically includes: A) Hate speech against a protected group B) Spam advertising unrelated products C) Constructive technical questions and answers D) Doxxing a former member
The forum is divided into specific language sections (primarily English and Russian). Ensure you are posting in the correct section. If you are posting in the English section, your posts must be in English. Use a translator if necessary, but keep your sentences simple and clear.
is widely regarded as one of the most important and enduring forums in the video game preservation and modding community. Unlike typical warez sites or Reddit communities, CS.RIN.RU operates with a distinct set of strict guidelines and a unique internal economy. csrin forum rules
To help you get started safely on the forum, let me know if you need help with:
: Using link redirectors for profit or engaging in for-profit uploading is a bannable offense.
If you are contributing a new game thread or tool to the community, you must follow a highly standardized layout. This is for sharing raw files and clean
Navigating the Rules of the CS.RIN.RU Forum: A Comprehensive Guide
By following these rules, you contribute to the preservation of the forum's knowledge base, ensuring that CS.RIN.RU remains a reliable resource for gamers and modders worldwide.
I can provide the exact steps or formatting templates you need to follow. If you are posting in the English section,
The moderators value efficiency and clean threads. Duplicate questions clutter the forum and waste the time of veteran members who voluntarily provide technical support. 2. No Warez or Direct Piracy Links (The "No Links" Rule)
All posts in the public, main sections must be written in English.
Any tools, emulators, or files allowed must be hosted on approved, external file-sharing sites. Direct links to copyrighted installers or scene groups (like Goldberg, Codex, or ElAmigos releases) in unauthorized sections will get you banned instantly. 2. Search Before Posting (The No-Duplicate Rule)
Use the built-in search bar or advanced search features to look for keywords related to your issue.
CS.RIN.RU originated as a Russian community, and there is still a dedicated Russian-language section. However, the vast majority of the forum operates entirely in English. All posts in the main sections must be written in clear English. If you cannot speak English fluently, use a translation tool before posting. No Spam or "Thank You" Posts