Fake Baldur’s Gate 3 Mobile Port Appears on App Store

A fraudulent Baldur's Gate 3 mobile port has surfaced on the iOS App Store, prompting a warning to players. This deceptive app, deceptively presented with modified screenshots and a fabricated mobile HUD, is free initially but demands a steep $29.99 monthly subscription fee. Crucially, there is no official mobile version of Baldur's Gate 3.

The fake app, titled "Baldurs Gate 3 - Mobile Turuk" and attributed to developer "Dmytro Turuk," lacks any mention of Larian Studios or the Dungeons & Dragons franchise. This omission should immediately raise red flags.

Data Theft Concerns:

Beyond the financial scam, the app's terms of service reveal a concerning potential for data harvesting, including IP addresses and possibly other user information. While many will recognize the app's illegitimacy, the initial free download may lure unsuspecting players before the subscription fee is revealed.

This isn't the first instance of a Baldur's Gate 3 imitation appearing on app stores, highlighting the ongoing need for vigilance. Currently, there are no reports of similar fraudulent apps on the Android platform.

Official Alternatives:

Larian Studios has not announced any plans for a mobile port of Baldur's Gate 3. However, earlier Baldur's Gate titles are available on mobile, and the game itself can be streamed via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Users who have downloaded the fraudulent app should promptly uninstall it. Remember, if an offer seems too good to be true, it likely is.