FBI Levels Up: Major Takedown of Pirated Game Sites Leaves Gamers in Pause Mode
The FBI has successfully pulled the plug on several online marketplaces known for distributing pirated video games. These sites were the go-to spot for leaked games, causing a whopping $170 million in losses. Now, instead of downloads, visitors are greeted with a stern federal notice. Online piracy just got a little less gamey.
Hot Take:
Looks like the FBI just hit the “pause” button on pirated game distribution! In a plot twist worthy of a heist movie, the Department of Justice and the FBI’s Atlanta Field Office have swooped in like gaming vigilantes, seizing domains and leaving game pirates feeling as glitchy as a corrupted save file. One can only imagine the collective gasp heard around the world as these notorious sites were unplugged faster than a rage-quitting gamer’s console. Game over, pirates!
Key Points:
- The FBI and DOJ dismantled several online marketplaces for pirated games.
- Sites like Nswdl.com and Ps4pkg.com are among the seized domains.
- Millions of illegal downloads were reported, causing $170 million in losses.
- The operation had support from the Dutch FIOD agency.
- The crackdown aims to protect game developers and publishers from piracy.