A fraudulent Baldur's Gate 3 mobile port has surfaced on the iOS App Store, prompting a warning to players. This deceptive app, masquerading as a legitimate mobile version, is free initially but demands a hefty $29.99 monthly subscription fee. Crucially, there is no official mobile port of Baldur's Gate 3.
The fake app, titled "Baldurs Gate 3 - Mobile Turuk" and developed by "Dmytro Turuk," employs modified screenshots from the actual game with a superimposed mobile HUD to enhance its deceptive appearance. The absence of any reference to Dungeons & Dragons or Larian Studios, the game's legitimate developer, should raise immediate red flags.
Data Theft Concerns:
While visually obvious to some, the app's free initial download might lure unsuspecting players. The subscription fee is revealed only after installation. More concerningly, the app's terms of service indicate potential data collection, including IP addresses and other user information. This isn't the first instance of a Baldur's Gate 3 scam app, highlighting the ongoing need for caution.
Currently, this specific fraudulent app hasn't been reported on the Android store. However, gamers on both platforms should exercise extreme vigilance. If an offer seems too good to be true, it likely is. Larian Studios has not announced plans for a mobile port of Baldur's Gate 3, although earlier installments in the series are available on mobile. Alternatively, Baldur's Gate 3 can be accessed through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Users who have downloaded the fake app are strongly urged to uninstall it immediately. Always verify developer information and reviews before downloading any app, especially those claiming to be ports of popular games.
