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Rockstar Sues Over GTA 6 Leaks as Cyberleek Earns Crypto Fees

Published 22 August 2026

A series of leaked gameplay videos from the highly anticipated game Grand Theft Auto 6, attributed to an anonymous leaker using the name Cyberleek, has prompted legal action from developer Rockstar Games and its parent company, Take-Two Interactive. The leaks, which began on August 18, 2026, have continued in waves, with the most recent footage appearing on August 22, 2026. Despite the ongoing release of material, Rockstar has reportedly not altered its marketing or release schedule.

The leaked content includes extensive gameplay footage from what is described as a complete or playable build of the game, featuring driving sequences in Vice City, character interactions, and glimpses of in-game locations. The videos have circulated widely on social media platforms and forums. In response, Rockstar has issued numerous DMCA takedown notices and has filed multiple subpoenas to identify the source. Reports indicate that companies like Microsoft and platforms such as Discord are being audited for information that could lead to the leaker's identity.

The leaker, Cyberleek, has publicly framed their actions as a protest against what they describe as anticonsumer practices by game...

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