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Take-Two Finally Gives New Official Statement on Recent GTA 6 Leaks
Take-Two Interactive is actively pursuing legal action following the recent leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay. The developer has filed subpoenas targeting Microsoft and Discord to gather details about accounts related to the leaked footage. This response indicates a serious commitment to locating the individual or group behind the leaks, as the game's release date approaches. Notably, the legal filings seek extensive information on social media accounts and data sharing linked to the leaks.
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Published 21 Aug 2026, 16:00 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Take-Two files subpoenas against Microsoft and Discord
- Seeks to uncover the sources behind GTA 6 gameplay leaks
- Recent leaks included significant gameplay footage and the game's map
- Company's response indicates a serious commitment to legal action
- Subpoenas target account details, including email and IP addresses
Interesting facts
- The leaks coincided with the upcoming release of GTA 6 on November 19.
- Past leaks have raised concerns about potential PR stunts related to the game.
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