Leaked Gameplay and Rising Hype

Unreleased gameplay footage for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) began circulating online on August 18, with clips attributed to a leaker known as Cyberleek. The material, including scenes of Jason flying a plane over Vice City and shooting the word ‘LEEK’ into a wall, appears to show a detailed, sprawling game world. According to Eurogamer.de and FAZ, the leaked footage includes gameplay elements such as Jason playing basketball, refueling a car, and engaging in combat with a delivery driver. These clips, though not confirmed by Rockstar Games, have been widely shared across social media and have been removed by platforms via copyright complaints.

According to Kotaku, the leaked footage has reignited excitement for the game among fans who had grown impatient during the long development cycle, though One of the most popular clips shows Jason flying a small plane over Vice City, revealing the massive scale of the game’s open world. In the footage, cars, boats, and even distant buildings appear in complex detail, creating the illusion of a real-world simulation.

Impact on Take-Two’s Stock and Legal Response

The leak coincided with a significant drop in Take-Two’s stock price; As reported by PC Games, the company lost nearly $2.83 billion in market value within two days, following the initial leak on August 18. The stock price fell from $248.13 on August 18 to $232.84 by the time of the report, a loss of $15.29 per share — While it is unclear whether the leaks directly caused the stock drop, the timing is notable. Rockstar has not officially commented on the authenticity of the leaked footage, but the company has removed the content from platforms using copyright takedown notices, according to FAZ.

Cyberleek’s Financial Capitalize on and Legal Risks

Cyberleek appears to be capitalizing on the leak by offering exclusive content for a price. According to Hobby Consolas, the leaker has created a monetization strategy by listing contact information and offering “custom game videos tailored to brands” on a dedicated website. The site encourages “strategic partnerships” and allows users to pay in Monero to initiate private conversations. The leaker has also announced plans to sell advertising space in future leaks, though he insists this is not a ransom and he has no intention of stopping the leaks.

Cyberleek’s activities have drawn legal attention. Take-Two has reportedly filed lawsuits against Microsoft and Discord to obtain evidence, according to Hobby Consolas, but Meanwhile, Cyberleek’s Twitter/X account was temporarily suspended before being reinstated under the same username. The leaker claims to have “full access” to the game, a claim that has been echoed in the leaked footage and the detailed content shared online.

Rockstar has previously faced similar leaks. In September 2022, the company confirmed a security breach that led to the release of over 90 early development videos for GTA 6, as However, there is no evidence linking the current leaks to that incident. The company has not confirmed whether the current footage is authentic, but the widespread reaction from fans suggests it is likely.