Rockstar Games has issued a statement addressing the significant Grand Theft Auto VI leak that occurred earlier this week. In a message posted to their official channels, the studio confirmed the authenticity of the leaked content, stating that the material came from an "early build" of the game. The developer described the situation as "heartbreaking for our team."
"We are incredibly disappointed to hear any details of our next game being shared with the world in this way," the statement reads. Rockstar emphasized that the leaked content does not represent the final state of the game. The studio stated that they are not currently in a position to share any details regarding Grand Theft Auto VI, but they are committed to delivering an experience that meets player expectations.
The leak, which began circulating on September 18, 2022, included over 90 videos and screenshots allegedly from an early development version of Grand Theft Auto VI. Reports suggest the perpetrator gained access to Rockstar's internal network through a hacker who also claimed responsibility for recent security breaches at Uber. The suspect was reportedly apprehended shortly after the leaks surfaced, leading to questions about the ongoing investigation and the impact on GTA 6's development timeline.