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ROCKSTAR CALLS GTA 6 LEAKS 'HEARTBREAKING'

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WED, AUG 26, 2026

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Rockstar Games has issued its first official statement following days of leaked Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay footage, expressing disappointment over how the material reached the public.

The studio released a statement on social media describing the leak period as "heartbreaking for our team" and apologizing that fans encountered the game this way "after all this time." Extensive GTA 6 footage circulated online earlier this week, showing gameplay mechanics, character models, and environments from the highly anticipated title. The leak represented one of the most significant breaches for the studio in recent years. Rockstar did not specify the cause of the leak or provide details on its investigation. The statement emphasized the studio's commitment to delivering the game as intended, though no release date has been announced. The company has a history of strict media control around Grand Theft Auto releases. GTA 6 is one of the most anticipated gaming titles in development, with Rockstar having confirmed it was in active development.

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