Rockstar's Public Response
Rockstar posted a statement on social media that expressed regret over the leaks and thanked fans for messages of support. The studio noted that the game is nearly finished and highlighted an upcoming Extended Look scheduled for release the following day. It also reiterated that the title remains on track for November 19.
“It would be an understatement to say that having videos of Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay leak in this way has been heartbreaking for our team”
Latest Leak and Ongoing Campaign
The new clip, posted minutes after Rockstar's statement, includes nighttime driving footage and a cutscene with Lucia, marking the first time the leaker has shown that character. Previous clips focused on Jason, though the leaker has hinted at a possible Lucia prologue. The footage carries watermarks promoting the leaker's cryptocurrency and calling for trading volume.
Broader Context and Reactions
According to Bloomberg, Rockstar still does not know the source of the leaks and remains internally frustrated, though no changes are planned for the Netflix reveal. Former technical director Obbe Vermeij suggested the leaks are less damaging than past incidents such as the Hot Coffee controversy. The leaker has framed the releases as commentary on physical media while soliciting cryptocurrency payments.