Steam recently removed PirateFi from its store after finding malware in the game files. The platform warned players who downloaded it, advising them to fully reset their systems to stay safe.
Security Alert Details
PirateFi, a survival game with a low-poly design, had a 9/10 rating from 51 users before it was removed. Valve, Steam’s parent company, acted quickly after finding malware in the game files. They alerted affected players, advising them to run a full system scan with a trusted antivirus and check for any suspicious software.
This situation shows the growing security problems in gaming. Since games need deep access to a player’s system, they’ve become easy targets for hackers. This issue isn’t new. Activision recently dealt with malware stealing player data, while older Call of Duty games had viruses that spread on their own. In an Apex Legends tournament, hackers even took over players’ systems during live matches, making it look like they were cheating.
Valve hasn’t shared details about the malware found in PirateFi, and they haven’t made any further comments on the issue. Players using Steam should keep their security software up to date and watch for any unusual activity on their systems.
