- Grand Theft Auto VI is facing significant leaks, starting with footage of protagonist Jason Duval robbing a gas station and crashing a car, followed by a new clip showing him entering a strip club.
- The latest gameplay footage features a slow-motion camera effect during a car crash, which is a new element for the series that Rockstar likely intended to keep under wraps.
- Rockstar has announced a gameplay reveal scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 27th at 3 p.m. ET, marking an unprecedented move for a game release.
- Rockstar and Take-Two are actively investigating the leaks and have been subpoenaed by a federal court to help identify the source.
- Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet has pledged support to help protect creative works and intellectual property in light of the leaks.
- The leaker, known as Cyberleek, is reportedly charging up to $165,000 in cryptocurrency for advertising in the leaked footage.
- A Netflix gameplay special is also expected to be released next week, coinciding with the gameplay reveal.
Grand Theft Auto VI is facing a barrage of leaks, with the latest footage revealing protagonist Jason Duval engaging in a slow-motion car crash and entering a strip club. Rockstar Games is under pressure to identify the leaker before the game's official reveal on August 27 at 3 p.m. ET.1
The leaks have sparked significant concern within Rockstar and its parent company, Take-Two, as they scramble to protect their intellectual property. Reports indicate that they are collaborating with federal authorities to trace the source of the leaks. Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet has also pledged support, stating, "[Xbox] are working closely with Take-Two and Rockstar Games to support efforts to protect creative works and intellectual property."5
The main leaker, operating under the alias Cyberleek, is reportedly charging up to $165,000 in cryptocurrency for advertising in the leaked footage. This has raised eyebrows, as the leaker seems to be profiting from the situation while the developers face potential reputational damage. The footage has garnered millions of views, further fueling anticipation for the game.6
The latest clip showcases classic GTA antics, including store robberies and police chases, culminating in a scene at a strip club, a staple of the franchise. The leaks have not only created buzz but also raised questions about the integrity of the game's launch, with many eager to see how Rockstar will respond to these challenges.
As the August 27 reveal approaches, the stakes are high for Rockstar, with the potential for the biggest game launch in history hanging in the balance.
“The leaker, Cyberleek, is charging up to $165,000 in cryptocurrency for ad space in the leaked footage and has promoted a meme coin with a $3 million market cap, currently at $1.5 million. Rockstar and Take-Two have reportedly been subpoenaed by a federal court and are contacting Microsoft and Discord to track the leaker down.”
Mashable
Forbes
