OMG! Your Child’s Favorite 'Among Us Show' Just Sparked a Major FTC Price Scare for Parents
If your kid is glued to the "Among Us Show" on platforms like YouTube or Netflix, you might want to check your credit card statement. Consumer advocates are warning that the recent surge in popularity for new "Among Us" branded content has triggered a wave of hidden in-app purchase schemes and subscription traps. Parents report that after their kids watch the series, they’re being targeted by high-cost, auto-renewing "crewmate skins" and "emergency meeting" emote packs that can cost up to $99 a month. The worst part? Many of these charges are being processed through third-party "entertainment wallets" that don’t even require your typical password confirmation. If you've seen any "Among Us Show" ads on free gaming apps, your child is now the prime target for this digital pickpocketing. Check your bank statements right now—or you’ll be paying for an impostor’s shopping spree.