Game cracks are a favorite vector for malware. In the early 2000s, viruses like W32.Sality and Trojan.KillAV were commonly bundled with "Game Fixes." Even today, a crack downloaded from a random site might contain:
: To prevent crashes on 64-bit systems, it is highly recommended to apply a 4GB patch to the game's executable, allowing it to utilize more virtual memory. Battlefield 1942 No CD Crack