FAQ
FAQ
Here are answers to the questions readers ask most often: about this reference and the former site on this domain, about difficulty in games, and about playing online without putting your account at risk. If your question isn't here, check the tips and glossary sections.
A good question saves a dozen failed attempts. There are no bad questions about games.
About the reference
Is this the old fffuuu with pictures and memes?
No. The domain used to host an entertainment site with user-submitted pictures and memes. This reference is not affiliated with it and is not its continuation.
Where are the old pictures and posts?
They are not being restored. You can look for copies of some old pages in the Wayback Machine web archive using the page address, but images aren't always saved there.
Why don't you score games?
A score reflects the author's taste and experience, while our job is to help you understand a game. So we describe facts and mechanics and leave the decision to you.
Can I send you my own article?
No, we don't accept submissions from readers. All sections are prepared by the reference's editors.
About games and difficulty
Is it embarrassing to use easy mode or an assist mode?
No. Difficulty and accessibility modes are part of the game, designed in by the developers. For example, Celeste has an Assist Mode that lets you slow the game down.
What should I do if I've been stuck on one spot for ages?
Take a break, spend an attempt just observing, break the challenge into parts, and only then look up a guide for that exact spot.
Which hard game should I start with?
We don't do rankings. Browse the game catalogue: it says what makes each game hard, so pick the one whose challenge suits you — precise jumps, combat or exploration.
How do I know a guide fits my version of the game?
Compare the guide's version and date with your game and check the official patch notes for changes to the part it describes.
Account and safety
Can I give my account to someone else so they can get past a hard part?
Handing your account to someone else, including for "boosting" where they log into your account, breaks the rules of most online games and can get you banned. Check the terms of the specific game.
Can I buy in-game currency for real money from other players?
Trading in-game currency for real money breaks the rules of most online games. If the game has an official exchange method, like the WoW Token in World of Warcraft, use only that.
How do I protect my account?
Never share your password with anyone, use the security features the game or platform offers, and log in only through the official launcher or website.
Where can I check the rules of a particular game?
In the terms of service and code of conduct on the developer's or publisher's official website. They matter more than anyone's summary.
Related sections
- Tips and mechanics
Core mechanics of hard games, a boss fight breakdown, difficulty and accessibility settings, and account rules.
- Game catalogue
Games known for their difficulty and popular online games: studio, release year and what makes them hard — no scores or rankings.
- Gaming terms
A dictionary of gaming terms: combat and mechanics, online games, community slang.
Sources
- Official websites of developers and publishers
- Internet Archive (Wayback Machine)
Game information is based on the official websites of developers and publishers. Release dates, update contents and game rules change, so always check them with official sources.