Take-Two Issues Subpoenas to Microsoft and Discord in GTA 6 Leaker Hunt

Take-Two Interactive has filed legal subpoenas targeting Microsoft and Discord to track down individuals responsible for leaking material from the upcoming title Grand Theft Auto VI, according to reports from Game*Spark and Yahoo! News. The legal maneuver demands extensive account information disclosures from both tech platforms as publishers face persistent security breaches and unauthorized disclosures surrounding the highly anticipated open-world game.

Subpoenas Target Tech Giants

Malware Spreads Through Pirate Sites

The enforcement action follows a wave of unauthorized media circulating online. According to reports from IGN Japan and dメニューニュース, malicious actors have begun distributing malware disguised as leaked build versions of Grand Theft Auto VI across various pirate sites.

Hackers Tie Leaks to Disc Concerns

Major overseas media outlets have also reported on the fallout, linking the recent wave of leaked video content and spoilers to alleged hacker retaliation over the reported absence of physical disc formats.

Retail Demand Defies Security Hurdles

According to Famitsu’s Amazon reservation count rankings for the period spanning August 9 through August 15, Grand Theft Auto VI captured the top position on the retail chart, outpacing competitors like Fire Emblem, which followed in second place.