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Rising Cyber Scams Targeting the Gaming Community

Rising Cyber Scams Targeting the Gaming Community

First seen 5 Oct 2026, 12:26 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •October 5, 2026 at 13:27 UTC
  • •Over 19 million gaming-related cyberscams reported in the past year.
  • •Scams have led to estimated losses of $216 million globally.
  • •Younger gamers are particularly vulnerable to identity theft and hacking.

The gaming industry, with over 3.6 billion players globally, is facing a surge in cyber scams, including phishing and malware attacks. In the past year, Kaspersky reported over 19 million gaming-related cyberscams, leading to estimated losses of $216 million. Scammers are increasingly using tactics such as malware disguised as indie games to exploit gamers' trust. A notable case involved the game BlockBlasters, which was updated to include a hidden crypto drainer, stealing over $150,000 from players. Younger gamers are particularly vulnerable, with identity theft and hacking being the most common fraud types. As the gaming community expands, the risks associated with these scams are expected to grow, necessitating increased awareness and protective measures.

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2026-10-05
Kaspersky reports on gaming scams
Kaspersky detected over 19 million gaming-related cyberscams in the past year, highlighting the growing threat to the gaming community.
Theguardian
2026-10-05
BlockBlasters malware incident revealed
The game BlockBlasters was found to have been updated with malware that stole over $150,000 from players.
Theguardian

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Common questions

What types of scams are prevalent in gaming?
Common scams include phishing attempts, account takeovers, and malware disguised as indie games.
How much money has been lost to gaming scams?
An estimated $216 million has been lost to gaming scams globally in the past year.
Who is most at risk from these scams?
Younger gamers are particularly vulnerable, with high rates of identity theft and hacking reported.