Take-Two and Rockstar Games Subpoena Microsoft and Discord Over GTA 6 Leaks
Take-Two Interactive and Rockstar Games have filed federal court subpoenas in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The leak, which included unauthorized gameplay clips, artwork, and dialogue, prompted the publishers to seek legal recourse to unmask the anonymous sources behind the breach.
A Digital Manhunt for Grand Theft Auto Leakers
Tracing the CyberLeek Breach
The investigation centers on a group calling itself “CyberLeek.” According to court documents, the group utilized Microsoft’s GitHub developer platform to host copyrighted material. Simultaneously, infringing content—including footage from an alleged playable build of the title—spread rapidly across various Discord servers.
Platforms Respond to Copyright Demands
Discord has confirmed its cooperation with the legal process, noting it complies with valid Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) subpoenas. Meanwhile, Scott Van Vliet, CTO of Microsoft’s Xbox division, confirmed the company is working directly with Take-Two and Rockstar Games to protect their intellectual property.
Resilience Amidst Security Failures
Despite the unauthorized dissemination of creative elements, preparations for the game’s launch continue forward. During an August earnings call, Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick reported an “exceptional start” to preorders, suggesting that the leaks have failed to dampen consumer appetite for the upcoming release.
A High-Stakes November Launch
The title officially launches on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S. Before that date, Netflix will debut an exclusive “extended look” on August 27, offering a controlled preview of the game.