A fraudulent Baldur's Gate 3 mobile port has surfaced on the iOS App Store, prompting a warning to players. This fake app, deceptively presented with modified screenshots and a fabricated mobile HUD, is free initially but demands a steep $29.99 monthly subscription fee. Crucially, the app's terms of service suggest potential data harvesting, including IP addresses and other user information.
The deceptive listing omits key details like the game's Dungeons & Dragons origins and Larian Studios' development, instead using the title "Baldurs Gate 3 - Mobile Turuk" and attributing it to "Dmytro Turuk." This isn't the first instance of a Baldur's Gate 3 scam app; similar attempts have been seen before.
Currently, no official mobile port of Baldur's Gate 3 exists. Larian Studios has not announced any plans for a mobile release. While the fraudulent app isn't yet reported on the Android store, caution is advised for both iOS and Android users. If an app seems too good to be true, it likely is. Remember, earlier Baldur's Gate titles are available on mobile, and Baldur's Gate 3 can be streamed through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Users who downloaded the fake app should remove it immediately.
The success of Baldur's Gate 3, a highly acclaimed RPG, has unfortunately attracted scammers. This highlights the importance of verifying app developers and scrutinizing app store listings before downloading.
