The alleged Grand Theft Auto 6 leak campaign entered its sixth consecutive day as a ninth gameplay video emerged online, defying active legal action from Rockstar Games parent company Take-Two Interactive. According to the source material, the latest footage released by the ‘CyberLeek’ persona features protagonist Jason driving to a gas station, causing havoc, and stealing a pickup truck from a conspiracy theorist before cutting to a familiar cutscene.
Take-Two Subpoenas X Amid Ongoing Leaks
Take-Two Interactive has filed a subpoena targeting X to uncover the identities behind three accounts utilizing the word ‘CyberLeak’ in their handles. This legal action follows similar DMCA subpoenas filed in federal court on 20 August targeting Microsoft and Discord accounts linked to various servers. According to court filings, one such Discord server connects to Australian GTA content creator Matthew ‘Matt’ Judge, also known as DarkViperAU, who has denied any wrongdoing. Additionally, Take-Two issued a GitHub DMCA takedown notice on 19 August demanding the removal of a repository containing allegedly stolen material.
Xbox Chief Technology Officer Scott Van Vliet stated that Microsoft was working alongside Take-Two and Rockstar to protect intellectual property. Meanwhile, Discord noted that it reviews and complies with valid subpoenas as part of standard operating procedures. Bloomberg reported that Rockstar still does not know how the source material was compromised or who is ultimately responsible, fueling internal frustration.
Escalating Leaks and Promotional Crypto Campaigns
The leaked gameplay videos span a wide range of in-game assets, including supercar driving sequences, armed robberies, strip club visits, and multiple narrative cutscenes. One cutscene notably features an in-game character explicitly referencing ‘a leak.’ The appearance of these cutscenes suggests the perpetrators may possess a development build of Grand Theft Auto 6, raising the risk of severe story spoilers.
The leak campaign is heavily intertwined with external promotional efforts. The leaked videos actively promote the ‘CyberLeek’ cryptocurrency token, which sources indicate is widely believed to be at the centre of the motivation behind the leak campaign. Furthermore, recent footage displays a distinct watermark pushing an anti-digital future message, arguing that consumers are being deprived of the right to resell digital products and urging viewers to ‘fight now or never.’
Did you know? Despite the string of nine leaked gameplay videos, Rockstar and Take-Two have not altered their promotional schedule. Netflix is still slated to premiere Grand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look on 27 August, holding a six-hour exclusivity window before broader distribution. Grand Theft Auto 6 remains officially scheduled for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on 19 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Grand Theft Auto 6 scheduled for release?
Grand Theft Auto 6 is scheduled to launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on 19 November 2026.
What legal steps has Take-Two taken against the leaks?
Take-Two Interactive has filed DMCA subpoenas targeting Microsoft, Discord, and X to obtain identifying information on accounts and servers tied to the leak campaign. The company also issued a GitHub takedown notice for a repository containing allegedly stolen files.
Have the leaks impacted official game reveals?
No changes have been announced for official media presentations. Netflix is proceeding with the premiere of Grand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look on 27 August.
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