Ahead of the Grand Theft Auto VI release on November 19, 2026, threat actors are exploiting consumer excitement through phishing campaigns and fraudulent schemes. These campaigns use fake downloads, false early access offers, nonexistent mobile versions, and free game promises to lure victims. Malicious sites distribute trojans, request cryptocurrency payments, use content lockers requiring survey completion, and harvest personal information. Tactics include fake storefronts impersonating Rockstar Games, fraudulent APK files with unsafe permissions, and giveaway scams with urgency counters. Post-launch threats are expected to include in-game currency fraud, credential phishing for Rockstar and gaming platform accounts, and malware through fake cheats and modifications.