People Playground Faces Second Malware Attack in 2026

• •People Playground disabled Steam Workshop after a severe malware outbreak.
• •The malicious mod can hijack accounts and delete game files.
• •Players are urged to change their credentials and delete all mods.

The popular Steam game People Playground has been hit by a second malware incident in 2026, prompting the developer, Studio Minus, to disable Steam Workshop support. The malicious mod, identified on September 21, reportedly hijacks Steam accounts, deletes game files, and disseminates harmful content to friends. Players are advised to delete all mods and change their Discord credentials as a precaution. This follows a similar incident in February where a less harmful mod affected game files. The developer has stated that Workshop support may not return if safety cannot be ensured. The malware does not steal passwords but poses significant risks to personal data and game integrity. Players are expressing frustration and some are considering abandoning the game permanently.