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Valve Pulls PirateFi from Steam Over Malware Scare

2/13/2025

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Valve has taken swift action by removing the game PirateFi from Steam after discovering it harbored malware, potentially impacting 800 users. Launched on February 6, 2025, by Seaworth Interactive, the game triggered urgent alerts for players to conduct antivirus scans or even reinstall their operating systems, sparking serious concerns about the integrity of Steam's game submission process.

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Valve has taken swift action by removing the game PirateFi from Steam after discovering it harbored malware, potentially impacting 800 users. Launched on February 6, 2025, by Seaworth Interactive, the game triggered urgent alerts for players to conduct antivirus scans or even reinstall their operating systems, sparking serious concerns about the integrity of Steam's game submission process.