The fallout from the massive GTA 6 leaks continues, with Take-Two Interactive launching a full-scale legal offensive to identify the source of the unauthorized release. The company is now demanding data from both Microsoft and Discord in an attempt to unmask the individual or group responsible for sharing pre-release footage and assets.
The Legal Pursuit: Demanding User Data
According to a subpoena filed with the Southern District Court of New York on August 20th, as reported by Kotaku, Take-Two is seeking “all user data sufficient to identify the user(s) person” associated with the CyberLeek persona. This includes account IDs, registration emails, IP addresses, phone numbers, and even links to Xbox and Google accounts. The subpoena emphasizes that this information will only be used to protect Take-Two’s rights.
Microsoft and Discord: Key Players in the Investigation
Both Microsoft and Discord have been given a deadline of September 4th – just two weeks – to comply with the request. For Discord, the subpoena seeks “all user accounts that are/were members communicating with the Discord servers” associated with CyberLeek and related aliases like CinematicRockstar, Surfer24K, Odyssey, and DarkViperAU.
The Leaks Continue: A Glimpse into Vice City
As we enter the third day of leaks, a seventh video has surfaced, showcasing GTA 6’s co-protagonist, Jason, tearing through Vice City in a high-performance supercar. Yesterday, CyberLeek shared footage that included Jason shooting the word “leek” into a wall, suggesting some kind of playable access to GTA 6.
The Motive Behind the Mayhem: Gamers’ Rights or Greed?
CyberLeek has publicly claimed that the leaks are being carried out in the name of gamers’ rights. However, a closer look reveals a more complex and potentially self-serving motive. The group is promoting a $CYBERLEEK meme coin, encouraging people to buy it to increase its value. This influx of capital is supposedly intended to fund “a secret project,” but as reported by Polgyon, there’s evidence suggesting personal gain may be involved.
Rockstar’s Response: Silence for Now
Eurogamer has reached out to Rockstar Games for comment, but a response is still pending. The legal battle promises to be a significant development in the ongoing saga of the GTA 6 leaks, and its outcome could have far-reaching implications for game developers and online communities alike.
Source: Eurogamer
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