Hackers often target gaming accounts (Steam, Epic Games, Ubisoft) linked to your GeForce NOW profile.

To keep your accounts and PC secure, follow these gold standards for cloud gaming: Download GeForce NOW - NVIDIA

The official NVIDIA GeForce NOW application does not come as a simple .zip file for Windows. Instead, it uses a standard installer ( .exe ) to ensure all security protocols are met.

Scammers use the .zip format to bypass some basic security filters and hide malicious scripts. Once you unzip and run the contents, you could be exposing your system to:

The Danger of "GeForceNOW.zip": Why You Should Never Download It

Malware that targets your browser saved passwords, credit card info, and session cookies.

Older or unofficial versions of the software may have vulnerabilities that allow local users to execute unauthorized code. How to Stay Safe