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The concept of free downloads has been extensively studied in various contexts, including music and movie piracy (Shirley & Stahl, 2005; Waldfogel, 2007). Research has shown that free downloads can lead to significant revenue losses for creators and industry stakeholders (Benkler, 2006). In the gaming industry, free downloads have been linked to decreased sales and revenue (Kurnia et al., 2015). However, some studies have also highlighted the potential benefits of free downloads, such as increased visibility and exposure for game developers (Gautier & Metayer, 2015).