Expert says GTA 6 pre-orders are a big target for scammers warns 'scammers dont need to break into Rockstar or hack the game' to steal your details

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Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:08:20 +0000

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GTA 6 pre-order scams are on the rise and we asked an expert how to keep stay safe.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are available right now, with millions of fans flocking to secure copies of the game Researchers warn that the excitement presents an opportunity for scammers Possible scams include fraudulent early access sites and fake retailers Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are available right now, offering millions of eager fans the chance to secure copies of what is already undoubtedly the most anticipated game of all time. It's an exciting time to
be a gamer, but the pre-order frenzy also presents a huge opportunity for scammers.

We've already seen the rise of fake early access websites designed to steal your card details , but researchers at Norton say that this could be part of
a larger, more alarming trend. Iskander Sanchez-Rola Senior Director of AI
and Innovation at Gen Digital Iskander Sanchez-Rola, senior director of AI
and innovation at Norton parent company Gen Digital , warns that while every big game launch attracts scammers " GTA 6 is on a completely different
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"Millions of people are looking for the latest trailer, trying to pre-order, or hoping theyve found a way to get the game a little cheaper," he explains.

"Thats exactly what they take advantage of. Scammers dont need to break into Rockstar or hack the game. They just need to get between the excitement and the purchase." You may like GTA VI fans beware experts warn 'a new wave of scam websites' is offering early access, but just stealing your bank details instead Save big on GTA 6 before pre-orders open, with these cheap PSN gift cards Cybercriminals are using GTA 6 hype to spread malware ahead of launch, NordVPN warns

He says that the team at Gen has already found a number of scams that
shoppers could fall victim to. These include fake pre-order websites with attractive offers on the game, but Sanchez-Rola cautions that it's not just buyers of the physical edition that are being targeted.

"There are also fake gift card offers," he says. "A lot of people will be looking for the cheapest way to buy GTA 6, and scammers know that." Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. (Image credit: unsplash) The threat even extends beyond the search engine results page onto Discord, a messaging service that is hugely popular with gamers, and other social media platforms.

"We found dark web services advertising mass Discord messaging and tools that help criminals target gaming communities," he reveals.

"Instead of hoping someone finds a fake website, they can put that fake offer directly in front of people who are already talking about it." What to read next GTA 6 pre-orders could be imminent, according to a new Best Buy 'leak' GTA 6 pre-orders live bundles arrive, while almost all major US and UK retailers have stock GTA 6 pre-orders will officially begin later this month but we still don't know how much it will cost

Scam links will often take you to a fake login page, harvesting your credentials so criminals can access your PlayStation or Xbox accounts.

Luckily, Sanchez-Rola does have some sage advice to help keep buyers safe: "The biggest thing is not to rush."

"If someone is offering GTA 6 for much less than everyone else, or theyre selling heavily discounted gift cards, take a minute to check whether it actually makes sense," he continues. "The few minutes you spend verifying a website are nothing compared to the time it can take to recover a compromised account.

"Id also be careful with links shared through Discord or social media. Gamers naturally trust recommendations from other gamers, and scammers know that.

"Finally, turn on multi-factor authentication for your gaming accounts. Most people think theyre protecting a single game, but what theyre really protecting is years of purchases." Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button!



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