FBI Just Nuked the Internet’s Biggest Game Piracy Sites — 3.2 Million Downloads Gone

ATLANTA, GA – In a major crackdown that’s sending shockwaves through the gaming world, the FBI’s Atlanta Field Office has officially seized and shut down some of the most infamous video game piracy websites — platforms that reportedly leaked blockbuster titles weeks before their official release dates.

The FBI says these sites were responsible for distributing millions of illegally downloaded games, including unreleased AAA titles. Between February 28 and May 28 alone, the pirated game downloads reached a staggering 3.2 million, causing an estimated $170 million in losses to publishers and developers.

Among the now-seized domains are:

• 🛑 nsw2u.com
• 🛑 nswdl.com
• 🛑 game-2u.com
• 🛑 bigngame.com
• 🛑 ps4pkg.com
• 🛑 ps4pkg.net
• 🛑 mgnetu.com

Visitors attempting to access any of these sites will now be greeted with a stark seizure notice from U.S. federal authorities.

The operation, which involved dismantling entire server infrastructures and taking down global piracy distribution networks, is one of the largest video game piracy busts in U.S. history. The FBI said these platforms were not only responsible for hosting illegal game downloads but were deeply embedded in pre-release leaks that often hit the internet days or even weeks ahead of launch, spoiling content and undercutting revenue for developers worldwide.

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This takedown is more than a digital headline—it’s a warning shot to the dark corners of gaming culture. As the industry prepares for billion-dollar releases like GTA VI and Elder Scrolls VI, the crackdown sends a clear message: piracy may feel underground, but it’s now in the FBI’s crosshairs. While fans clamor for early access and cracked copies, the real cost is innovation, livelihoods, and the future of indie and blockbuster development alike. In an age where gaming drives the entertainment economy, this is a game-changer—literally.