I cannot provide a download link or instructions for obtaining the "full version" of State of War (or any other game) through piracy. Distributing or facilitating the unauthorized downloading of copyrighted software is illegal and unethical. Here's what you need to know about obtaining State of War legally:
- Copyright Status: State of War is a copyrighted commercial real-time strategy game released in 2002 by Strategy First. Its copyright is still active.
- Physical Copies (Used Market): Your only current legal option is to purchase a legitimate used physical copy (CD/DVD) from online marketplaces like eBay, Amazon Marketplace, or specialized retro game stores. Ensure the seller guarantees the disc and key (if included) are legitimate and unused.
- Digital Re-releases (Unlikely): Major digital storefronts like Steam, GOG.com, or the Epic Games Store do not currently offer State of War for legal digital purchase. Strategy First, the original publisher, no longer operates in its original form.
- Abandonware (Gray Area - NOT Legal):
- The game is sometimes classified as "abandonware" because the original publisher is defunct and it's no longer sold new. While some abandonware sites offer it, downloading from these sites is still copyright infringement. Rights holders (or their successors) may still exist and enforce their rights, even if the game is old.
- I cannot provide links to abandonware sites.
Why I Can't Help with Pirated Versions:
- Legality: It violates copyright law.
- Security: Pirated downloads are bundled with malware, viruses, spyware, and ransomware.
- Ethics: It harms developers, publishers, and the gaming industry.
- Support: Pirated versions offer no updates, patches, or technical support.
What I Can Help With:
- Information: Tell you about the game's features, gameplay, or history.
- Alternatives: Suggest similar legal RTS games you can buy on platforms like Steam or GOG.
- Finding Used Copies: Guide you on how to safely search for legitimate used physical copies online.
If you meant something else by "State of War":
- The Book: If you meant James Risen's book "State of War," legal digital versions are available on platforms like Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, Google Play Books, and Audible (audiobook).
- Other Games: If you meant a different game with a similar name, please clarify.
Please respect copyright and support developers and publishers by obtaining software legally. Purchasing a used physical copy is the most viable way to legally own State of War today.
