A wave of scams targeting eager fans of the next Grand Theft Auto installment is sweeping the gaming world, with fraudsters offering fake beta access and pre-release copies of the highly anticipated GTA 6. The scam, often dubbed "Build Vice City," has already cost victims hundreds of dollars and is spreading through social media, phishing emails, and fake websites.
Security researchers report that the scam typically promises exclusive early access to test the game's new Vice City setting, often requesting payment for a "beta key" or asking for personal information. Once victims pay, they receive nothing but silence — or, worse, their accounts get compromised.
"I paid $50 for a beta key and got nothing. They even sent a fake 'confirmation' email with a link that tried to steal my Steam account," said one victim on Reddit.
The official developer, Rockstar Games, has repeatedly stated that no beta tests or pre-release versions are currently available. Players should be wary of any unsolicited offers and always verify through official channels. As anticipation for GTA 6 builds, experts warn that these scams will only become more sophisticated.