False Pokémon NFT Games wants to hack your computer

Online fake "Pokémon" NFT games are now available, and despite how much they resemble their real counterparts, you should not fall for them because they could be harmful to your computer. It poses as a game and directs users to a fake website, but it actually directs them to download a dangerous programme through NetSupport. There are many free games available online, but it's crucial to check for their legitimate publisher and creator before downloading because it could be difficult to tell given how cunningly these threat actors have designed them. According to reports, two websites were discovered fooling users into believing they were the real game, bringing the action to PCs, and urging download and installation. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Image credit- Bleeping computer[/caption] Beta-PokemonCards.io and pokemon-Go.io were hosting authentic Pokemon games on their platforms while feigning to be the real deal. It lures these gullible victims by offering NFT alongside this new Pokemon experience to gamers. The "Play on PC" button would then prompt players to download these games, and NetSupport would be used to distribute them. These websites were previously taken down, but this is only one of many online scams of a similar nature. There are only three names to keep an eye out for when buying a Pokemon game: The Pokemon Company, Nintendo, and Game Freak. Moreover, the Nintendo Switch and iOS or Android mobile devices are the main platforms for "Pokemon" video games. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Image credit- TechRadar[/caption] The Nintendo eShop and the online app shops for the mobile platforms do indeed include a sizable selection of new "Pokemon" games. Its creator and publisher, Game Freak and Nintendo, undoubtedly gave the globe a variety of experiences under the series; yet, it may now be difficult to follow or understand. The franchise has something for every gamer, from its renowned role-playing game in the regular series that introduces new places and Pokemon species to its most recent Digital Trading Card Game beta. Also Read: Nintendo Switch Firmware Update 15.0.1 full patch notes The franchise is a huge success worldwide, which may be a major factor in the number of threat actors that use this for their own financial advantage. Only a fraction of the many fraudulent games that are available online and whose purpose it is to lure players looking for fresh experiences are these two new games that were recently taken down. Don't be fooled, though; it's more than likely that they are frauds or fakes that aim to instal applications on your computer that steal money or personal information from you covertly.