CBS News Miami segment warns GTA 6 fans about early-access scams
GTABoom highlights a local TV warning about fake download offers spreading as the game's launch approaches.
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GTABoom reports that CBS News Miami aired a segment on October 18, 2026 warning viewers about scammers exploiting interest in Grand Theft Auto VI. The segment featured Chris Mawson, founder of Power Up Gaming. He described fake social media ads that charge a fee for supposed early access and deliver malware that can steal personal data or money.
Mawson's advice, as relayed by GTABoom:
- There is no legitimate way to play early.
- Buy only from Rockstar or reputable retailers.
- Avoid download links on social media.
- Pay by credit card rather than cryptocurrency, which is harder to recover.
He called any such offer "an immediate red flag."
GTABoom notes that the game's Miami-inspired setting makes it local news there. It also rounds up the official marketing visible around the city ahead of the November 19 release date the site cites. The full piece is on GTABoom.
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