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GTA VI fans beware — experts warn 'a new wave of scam websites' is offering early access, but just…

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  • Fake GTA VI beta keys are already draining cryptocurrency wallets worldwide
  • AI-generated scam websites now imitate Rockstar branding with alarming accuracy
  • Malware hidden inside fake game downloads can expose banking credentials instantly

Grand Theft Auto VI is not due on consoles until November 19 2026, but official preorders open soon, and cybersecurity researchers have warned criminals are already exploiting the wait with a coordinated wave of fraudulent websites.

Malwarebytes and NordVPN have both flagged sites promising "VIP early access" or exclusive beta keys to one of gaming's most anticipated releases.

The schemes ask victims to hand over money, personal information, or both, often before any real product changes hands.

How the scam works

Some fraudulent sites ask players to pay a few hundred dollars in cryptocurrency for a so-called VIP beta key. This method makes refunds or fraud reports practically impossible once the payment clears.

According to Stefan Dasic of...

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