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Originally posted by: lewriczin said:
Originally posted by: chstwnd said:
This is for Trolley Gold, which is prohibited from any giveaway. How did this get in there as a GUARANTEED giveaway worth 5iC per entry????
Why Trolley Gold should be prohibited? AFAIR it had been given away for free but at Indiegala, and such games are allowed.
And it's exactly the reason why it's guaranteed btw - the key is from IG and wasn't generated (uncovered) yet.
I have a copy sitting in my library, which would be a guaranteed giveaway from me, and I can't do anything with it because i get the "can no longer be given away. try again in a few days" message when I try to create a GA. I don't have any idea where else it might have been given away, and it doesn't show up on reddit's r/freegamefindings, but it's banned here.
 
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Hm, I don't know how it works, but perhaps there is some kind of strange limit for such games. For example I have an extra unneeded copy of Dead Bits in my IG library, but I can't give it away every time I try. And yet I'm pretty sure I saw a few copies being given away every now and then (and as guaranteed).
 

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I had an error prompted when I was creating https://www.indiegala.com/giveaways/detail/471267
The giveaway was created after there was an Error prompt. I tried recreating the same giveaway and same error prompted. Even though there was an error, the giveaway went through. I have already contacted support. The giveaway is 1 day, I am not sure if Support can get back to me in time.
 

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there are "hacks" to get around the banned content. I have reported it over and over So i need everyone else to start emailing support when they see one please ;)
 

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Hi to all,

A few days ago, I have created a giveaway and yesterday it was completed, but it seems it gave me 0 XP.


I couldn't figure out how to view my own profile as there doesn't seem to be any option to view or edit your profile anywhere (maybe I couldn't find it) but I clicked my name over my giveaway to see my profile page and saw that I have 0 XP. Also, it seems I didn't recieve any feedback from that giveaway and even though I created a trade a few days ago, it shows trades created as 0.

Is this a bug or will it get updated over time?
 

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Originally posted by: jamesmaxwell1453 said:
Hi to all,

A few days ago, I have created a giveaway and yesterday it was completed, but it seems it gave me 0 XP.


I couldn't figure out how to view my own profile as there doesn't seem to be any option to view or edit your profile anywhere (maybe I couldn't find it) but I clicked my name over my giveaway to see my profile page and saw that I have 0 XP. Also, it seems I didn't recieve any feedback from that giveaway and even though I created a trade a few days ago, it shows trades created as 0.

Is this a bug or will it get updated over time?
@ jamesmaxwell1453 read this thread. Make sure you read and understand. It will answer your doubts. https://www.indiegala.com/forums/topics/1677
 

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Originally posted by: Cruseng said:
Originally posted by: jamesmaxwell1453 said:
Hi to all,

A few days ago, I have created a giveaway and yesterday it was completed, but it seems it gave me 0 XP.


I couldn't figure out how to view my own profile as there doesn't seem to be any option to view or edit your profile anywhere (maybe I couldn't find it) but I clicked my name over my giveaway to see my profile page and saw that I have 0 XP. Also, it seems I didn't recieve any feedback from that giveaway and even though I created a trade a few days ago, it shows trades created as 0.

Is this a bug or will it get updated over time?
@ jamesmaxwell1453 read this thread. Make sure you read and understand. It will answer your doubts. https://www.indiegala.com/forums/topics/1677
Whats your point exactly? The game I gave away is not in beta and it isn't a free game. (It was given away some time ago but unless you got it before then you have to buy it now and same can be said about too many games to count.) So I believe it doesn't apply here.
 

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Yeah, if the game isn't free anymore, I don't see what the problem is. I mean to play the game, the person who won would have had to buy the game if he didn't win, right? Maybe the site is buggy or something. Or maybe the person who got the game needs to leave feedback before the points are registered. I am too new to know.
 

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Originally posted by: ohwellnot said:
Yeah, if the game isn't free anymore, I don't see what the problem is. I mean to play the game, the person who won would have had to buy the game if he didn't win, right? Maybe the site is buggy or something. Or maybe the person who got the game needs to leave feedback before the points are registered. I am too new to know
Thats what I was saying, it wasn't a free game at the time of this giveaway. Not to mention it is a brilliant game.

By the way, one of my giveaways worked and now I have points. Not much points mind you, but it is better than zero. I guess I was right and it depends on the feedback, but what happens if no feedback ever given? I will check and see if there is some info on that.

Also, they made it absolutely (well, nearly) impossible for a new guy to survive here. They even advise people to avoid trading with newcomers and such. I am just here to giveaway my extra games and it is upsetting to see neither works all that well for a new guy. I mean, I understand, there are scammers out there, but it badly effects newcomers as well, it only helps people to avoid this site.
 
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Originally posted by: jamesmaxwell1453 said:
Originally posted by: ohwellnot said:
Yeah, if the game isn't free anymore, I don't see what the problem is. I mean to play the game, the person who won would have had to buy the game if he didn't win, right? Maybe the site is buggy or something. Or maybe the person who got the game needs to leave feedback before the points are registered. I am too new to know
Thats what I was saying, it wasn't a free game at the time of this giveaway. Not to mention it is a brilliant game.

By the way, one of my giveaways worked and now I have points. Not much points mind you, but it is better than zero. I guess I was right and it depends on the feedback, but what happens if no feedback ever given? I will check and see if there is some info on that.

Also, they made it absolutely (well, nearly) impossible for a new guy to survive here. They even advise people to avoid trading with newcomers and such. I am just here to giveaway my extra games and it is upsetting to see neither works all that well for a new guy. I mean, I understand, there are scammers out there, but this sytem only hurts everyone else.
You will only get xp when the winner gives you positive feedback. If he doesnt give you any feedback you will autimatically get positive feedback after 7 days. My understanding of the rule is that if the game has been given away for free at any point it cant be given away on this site.
 
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Originally posted by: Supersnaxy said:
You will only get xp when the winner gives you positive feedback. If he doesnt give you any feedback you will autimatically get positive feedback after 7 days. My understanding of the rule is that if the game has been given away for free at any point it cant be given away on this site.
Actually, from experience, I think it's 3 days.
 

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Skyraine is currently being given away free here: https://gleam.io/xDW4p/skyraine-steam-key-giveaway

 

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Best of Magicats is currently being given away free here: https://www.grabfreegame.com/giveaway/magicats-best-of-steam-key-for-free-128/

 

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I participated in Magicats giveaways, spent many coins for it, because can't get a key from trashy site linked above, and now all of them is closed. Nice!

Why IG-s administration don't understand, that if users participate in giveaways - they need this games, and don't bother, was key free or not?! I can understand, when you block games, which was given on HumbleBundle or another normal sites, but many peoples don't use sites like this "grabfreegames", on which you should spam to get the game, and would be happy to get the key from giveaway here, on IG. Maybe would be better, if giveaways of free games just give only 5-10 exp, and don't be closed?
 

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I am sorry for posting here, but I didn't know where else to post.

I just completed trade with someone and they gave me a fake (or maybe used) key that doesn't look like a Steam key and doesn't work. I gave them a negative feedback and tried to contact Indiegala support but I am not sure what happens now? They basically stole my key and now they get away with it? Is that it?
 
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Originally posted by: jamesmaxwell1453 said:
I am sorry for posting here, but I didn't know where else to post.

I just completed trade with someone and they gave me a fake (or maybe used) key that doesn't look like a Steam key and doesn't work. I gave them a negative feedback and tried to contact Indiegala support but I am not sure what happens now? They basically stole my key and now they get away with it? Is that it?
there is a separate forum for trades.
beyond that, going by the rules and info in the FAQ for trades here: http://support.indiegala.com/custom...ot-guaranteed"-trade-i-accepted-what-do-i-do-

yes, they basically stole your key and get away with it. it's just one of the many problems with IG
 

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Torture Chamber is currently being given away free here: https://www.grabfreegame.com/giveaway/torture-chamber-steam-free-130/

 

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Originally posted by: imanimikki said:
I participated in Magicats giveaways, spent many coins for it, because can't get a key from trashy site linked above, and now all of them is closed. Nice!

Why IG-s administration don't understand, that if users participate in giveaways - they need this games, and don't bother, was key free or not?! I can understand, when you block games, which was given on HumbleBundle or another normal sites, but many peoples don't use sites like this "grabfreegames", on which you should spam to get the game, and would be happy to get the key from giveaway here, on IG. Maybe would be better, if giveaways of free games just give only 5-10 exp, and don't be closed?
There are many sites that function as a trading and giveaway site. It is not Indiegala's core business which is Steam Key Retailer, Publisher and Developer. There are other sources to receive and giveaway those keys and the rules implemented are to tone down exploitations. If they are to be given out on Indiegala then they should be 0 exp. Cheers~
 

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Originally posted by: jamesmaxwell1453 said:
I am sorry for posting here, but I didn't know where else to post.

I just completed trade with someone and they gave me a fake (or maybe used) key that doesn't look like a Steam key and doesn't work. I gave them a negative feedback and tried to contact Indiegala support but I am not sure what happens now? They basically stole my key and now they get away with it? Is that it?
I do not do trading exactly for the reasons you had encountered, I am sorry that you had experienced so. I would recommend to Try contacting the Trader, request a replacement. Blacklist the Account or at least until replacement. If you realised is a blatant fraud. Then reply to a Thread or make a new topic of your experience with the User Profile and Trade Link in this section of the Forum to derail future scams or violations. https://www.indiegala.com/forums/13

If you are new, in my case, a new trader, it is better advised to trade with Indiegala Guaranteed Games from your end and also accepting on the other end. In that case and scenario, Indiegala will be able to assist. Do understand that as mentioned in my earlier post to this that Indiegala functions as a marketplace and the Trading and Giveaway sections are modes for Users' interactions.
Originally posted by: jamesmaxwell1453 said:
Originally posted by: ohwellnot said:
Yeah, if the game isn't free anymore, I don't see what the problem is. I mean to play the game, the person who won would have had to buy the game if he didn't win, right? Maybe the site is buggy or something. Or maybe the person who got the game needs to leave feedback before the points are registered. I am too new to know
Thats what I was saying, it wasn't a free game at the time of this giveaway. Not to mention it is a brilliant game.

By the way, one of my giveaways worked and now I have points. Not much points mind you, but it is better than zero. I guess I was right and it depends on the feedback, but what happens if no feedback ever given? I will check and see if there is some info on that.

Also, they made it absolutely (well, nearly) impossible for a new guy to survive here. They even advise people to avoid trading with newcomers and such. I am just here to giveaway my extra games and it is upsetting to see neither works all that well for a new guy. I mean, I understand, there are scammers out there, but it badly effects newcomers as well, it only helps people to avoid this site.
I understand what you mean, that was my thoughts exactly especially games given out are excellent games. However, the internet is plagued by exploiters and scammers. For your game in particular, Although it was not Free when you created the giveaway, participants of https://www.omensight.com/wishlist-quest/ receive keys from the devs which are not meant for winners to profit in any form. There are better ways and sites to giveout those keys if you only wanted others to enjoy the game.

In another case where, I bought Civilization III on Steam and received Civ III as part of a bundle. I won Dungeons 2 in a giveaway while it was Free on Humble at that time and subquently received a key as part of a bundle. I was happy to win over thousand of entries then I realised "Oh, it was free" before actively check Humble for good bundle deals, naturally I am disapointed. Both games are constantly given out over a period of time and are quality games. I still have both keys hanging in my library most people have them already and they are genuine keys. As both sites I received the keys for are genuine but they do not have trade or giveaway sections like Indiegala. I am not able to find a good use for them.

One end someone receive a Free Key they shouldn't be profiting from, the other end I received keys I purchased from bundles. All in all Indiegala is a business portal, thereby if your items in question are purchased from them, then they should be held responsible. They is the realisation I gotten over time spent here. Don't get despair, it is still worthwhile staying active on Indiegala. Hope it will help you, Cheers~

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