A purported playable build of Grand Theft Auto 6 has reportedly been leaked, prompting actions from Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive to remove associated video content. Videos that have surfaced online suggest the hacker group Cyberleek has obtained more than just stolen footage; they appear to possess an early, yet substantially complete, version of the game.
One new clip, watermarked with a QR code promoting cryptocurrency, allegedly depicts a player navigating a plane over Vice City, pausing to change radio stations. The video then transitions to footage of a character, presumed to be protagonist Jason, firing a rifle at a wall, leaving the word "Leek" spelled out in bullet holes. This evidence suggests the hackers have access to a functional game build rather than just pre-recorded segments.
Cyberleek has also published a manifesto characterizing their actions as a defense of consumer rights, railing against digital preorders, single-player DLC, and the practice of shutting down online game servers. As noted by organizers of the Stop Killing Games movement, this stance appears to be a tactic to solicit cryptocurrency donations by capitalizing on current gaming community sentiments.
This incident follows a significant data breach in 2022, which saw approximately 80 work-in-progress clips of GTA 6 released. If the current leaks are genuine, the build in question is likely an older iteration of the game, and conclusions about the final product should be approached with caution. Rockstar and Take-Two have remained officially silent on the matter but are reportedly taking action behind the scenes, with videos being systematically removed from platforms like Reddit.
Concerns have been raised about the legitimacy of the leaked material, with some speculating it could be an elaborate hoax or even AI-generated content. Notably, a Netflix screening related to GTA 6 is scheduled for August 27th. Readers are advised to exercise caution regarding any leaked content and consider supporting former Rockstar employees involved in legal disputes over alleged union-busting and confidentiality breaches.