Rockstar Addresses GTA VI Leaks, Confirms Release Date

Rockstar Games has publicly addressed a week of unauthorized gameplay leaks for its highly anticipated title Grand Theft Auto VI, describing the situation as "heartbreaking" for the development team. In a statement released on August 26, 2026, the studio apologized to fans for the extended wait for official information and confirmed that the game's release date remains set for November 19, 2026. The leaks, which began around August 18, have seen a steady stream of footage from an apparently playable build of the game shared online.