Rockstar has addressed the leaks concerning Grand Theft Auto 6, stating, "This is obviously not how we intended for you to see the game after all this time"

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In light of the recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, Rockstar Games has addressed the issue publicly.

Through a statement shared on social media, the company expressed their dismay, noting that "heartbreaking" barely describes the situation for their team, acknowledging that this is "not the way we envisioned unveiling the game."

The developer apologized for delays in finalizing the game and communicating its specifics and gameplay details, reassuring fans it is almost ready and thanking them for their patience.

Rockstar's remarks precede a planned release of a GTA 6 preview scheduled to premiere on Netflix tomorrow.

"We're eager for everyone to view the full preview," they added, admitting the wait has been longer than anticipated. However, they emphasized their commitment to exceeding expectations remains steadfast.

There is some concern that potential spoilers could alter the gaming experience, yet Rockstar is hopeful players will be patient until the official November 19 launch to enjoy the game firsthand.

Rockstar concluded their message by expressing appreciation to those in the community who have voiced support amid the leaks, saying that such encouragement is invaluable. They reiterated that the game is crafted with the fans in mind, and their involvement is integral to its creation.

The leaks are attributed to a group referred to as 'CyberLeek', which started exposing GTA 6's gameplay elements, such as mechanics and settings, while promoting a memecoin and threatening ongoing video releases.

In response, Take-Two Interactive, which owns Rockstar, has taken legal steps by issuing subpoenas to Microsoft, Discord, and X to track down the leaks' origins.

The subpoenas demand access to records related to the online accounts involved in spreading the leaks, aiming to gather data from platforms like OneDrive and Xbox in order to identify those responsible.

Take-Two's objective is to ascertain the identity of the alleged infringers solely to defend its rights, covering copyrighted content such as audiovisuals and other creative assets.