Gaming Account Hacked?
Here's What To Do Right Now
Don't panic. Thousands of gaming accounts get compromised every day through data breaches and phishing. Follow these steps immediately to secure your account and prevent further damage.
Emergency Recovery: Step by Step
Step 1: Secure Your Email First (Do This NOW)
Your email is the master key. If a hacker controls your email, they can reset passwords on every linked account. Change your email password immediately and enable 2FA on it.
Step 2: Change Your Gaming Passwords
Change passwords on ALL gaming platforms — Steam, Discord, Epic, Battle.net, PSN, Xbox Live. Use a unique password for each. If you reused passwords, change those accounts too.
Step 3: Enable 2FA Everywhere
Turn on two-factor authentication on every gaming platform. Use an authenticator app (not SMS) — Steam Guard, Discord authenticator, Epic 2FA. This blocks 99% of future attacks.
Step 4: Check If Your Credentials Were in a Breach
Most gaming account hacks come from credentials leaked in data breaches. GalaxyWarden scans 700+ breach databases to show you exactly which accounts are exposed.
Free Breach Scan →Step 5: Contact Platform Support
If you're locked out, contact support directly: Steam Support, Discord Support, Epic Support. Have proof of ownership ready (purchase receipts, original email).
Step 6: Set Up Ongoing Monitoring
Prevent it from happening again. GalaxyWarden monitors your gaming emails and usernames 24/7 and alerts you the moment new breaches expose your data — before hackers can use it.
Set Up Free Monitoring →How Gaming Accounts Get Hacked
Understanding the attack is the first step to prevention. Here are the most common ways hackers compromise gaming accounts:
Credential Stuffing
Hackers take username/password combos leaked from other sites and try them on Steam, Discord, Epic, etc. If you reuse passwords, you're an easy target. This is the #1 cause of gaming account hacks.
Phishing Phishing Links
Fake "Steam login" pages sent via Discord DMs, trade offers, or emails. They look identical to the real thing but steal your credentials the moment you type them.
Malware Malware & Keyloggers
Disguised as game mods, cheat tools, or "free skin generators" — these install software that records your keystrokes and sends your passwords directly to attackers.
Social Social Engineering
Scammers pose as Valve employees, game admins, or friends who "accidentally reported" your account. They pressure you into clicking links or sharing login codes.
Don't Wait Until You're Hacked Again
GalaxyWarden monitors your gaming accounts 24/7 and alerts you the moment your credentials appear in a new breach — giving you time to change passwords before hackers strike.