Because it's trash. I don't want to own your software. Lots of paid software sucks in various rather interesting ways.
Ask HN: Why paid apps are not popular?
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#12What does paid app mean?
I pay for all my games on Steam and consoles. Those are paid apps right?
Re: Ask HN: Why paid apps are not popular?
#13What does paid app mean? I pay for all my games on Steam and consoles. Those are paid apps right?
Like apps that requires payment up front to be installed. Paid apps in Google Play or App Store
Re: Ask HN: Why paid apps are not popular?
#14What does paid app mean? I pay for all my games on Steam and consoles. Those are paid apps right?
Like apps that requires payment up front to be installed. Paid apps in Google Play or App Store
So all the video games then. Well it's one of the most profitable software field so they are certainly not unpopular.