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FAQ

Answers to the most common questions: pricing, logging in, posting limits, missing games, 18+ content, deleting your account…

16 questions

Account & login

Is GAME圈 free?

It's completely free! Signing up, posting, finding teammates, following games, the Wiki, and price alerts all cost nothing.

Can I switch to English, Japanese or Simplified Chinese?

Yes. Tap the 🌐 globe icon at the top of the page (in the menu on mobile) to switch between Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English and Japanese; the URL gets /zh-cn, /en or /ja. After logging in, choose your language in account settings and notifications and emails will use it too. Posts and comments by players stay in their original language — tap "Translate" to see an AI translation.

Why can I only log in with Google?

Logging in with Google means no extra password to remember and less risk of password leaks. GAME圈 only receives your email, name, and profile picture, never your Google password. See Sign up and log in with Google for details.

Can I change my nickname or username?

Yes, go to "Settings › Profile" to change them. Note: once you change your username, your old profile URL stops working immediately, and links you've already shared will no longer open.

I entered the wrong birthday. What should I do?

You can't change your birthday yourself once it's set. Please request a correction via Contact us › Account issues, and we'll take care of it after verifying.

Posting & interacting

Why does my post say "Pending review" or why did it disappear?

Possible reasons:

  • Link review for new members: For members in their first 3 days after signing up, posts with multiple external links may need admin approval before they go public.
  • Multiple reports: Content reported by many users is automatically hidden until an admin reviews it.
  • Community guidelines violation: If your content is hidden, you'll be notified with the reason.

You can check the status of each post under "My GAME圈 › My posts". If you think it was a mistake, you can submit an appeal.

Getting a "Too frequent" message when posting or commenting?

To prevent spam, GAME圈 limits how often you can post and comment: up to 3 posts and 10 comments per minute; new members in their first 3 days can make up to 5 posts and 40 comments per day. Just wait a moment and try again — your content is saved automatically. These limits are relaxed for players with 200+ reputation.

Games & finding teammates

What if I can't find the game I want to post about?

First, try searching in Chinese, English, or by an alias, e.g. "薩爾達" or "Zelda". If you really can't find it, go to Submit a game / platform and fill in the game's name, platform, and genre. Once an admin approves it, it'll be added — and you'll earn reputation. You can track progress under "My GAME圈 › My submissions". While you wait, you can post in "General discussion" (don't select a game when posting). See Can't find a game or platform? for details.

Why can't I see a team's contact info?

To protect the host's privacy, contact info such as Discord links is only visible to members who have joined the team. For teams that require approval, it appears only after the host accepts you.

Privacy & security

Why can't I see some games or posts?

Common reasons:

  • Posts marked 18+ and games rated for adults or related to gambling are hidden by default. You need to be 18 or older and turn them on in "Privacy & content". See 18+ and gambling content settings for details.
  • Content from players you've blocked, or players who have blocked you.
  • The author has made their profile private, or the content has been hidden or deleted.
Will GAME圈 admins ever ask for my password or verification code?

Never. GAME圈 uses Google login, and staff will never ask you for any password or verification code, nor handle any transactions. If you get a message like this, report and block the sender right away.

Can I restore my account after deleting it?

No, permanent deletion can't be undone. If you just want a break, we recommend "Temporarily deactivate account" instead — it's restored automatically when you log in again with the same Google account. See Deactivating and deleting your account for details.

Other

Does GAME圈 have an app?

For now, you can add GAME圈 to your home screen and use it full-screen like an app — no download needed, and it takes up no space.

How do I contact GAME圈?

Use the Contact us form, or email us at [email protected]. We usually reply within 1–3 business days. For site errors, choose "Report a bug"; for business inquiries, choose "Partnerships".

I have a feature suggestion. Can I share it with you?

Absolutely! Tell us via Contact us — we read every suggestion carefully. New features are recorded in the changelog when they launch.

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Can't find an answer?

Tell us about the issue you're having—our support team usually replies within 1–3 business days.