The Grand Theft Auto VI leak saga has taken another serious turn, and this time Take-Two Interactive is no longer simply attempting to make leaked videos disappear from the internet. The parent company behind Rockstar Games has now secured court approval to subpoena Microsoft and Discord for information that could identify the individuals operating behind the CyberLeek moniker. At the same time, the anonymous leakers have continued releasing fresh gameplay snippets, escalating the situation just days ahead of Rockstar's next scheduled presentation.
Take-Two Gets the Green Light for Subpoenas
The biggest development is the court-approved subpoenas issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. Filed on August 20, the legal orders formally require Microsoft and Discord to hand over identifying records tied to accounts actively distributing Grand Theft Auto VI material. The companies have been ordered to comply and submit the requested data by September 4.
The subpoena requests demand comprehensive digital identifiers, including account registration names, IP address histories, telephone numbers, linked account credentials, and hardware device identifiers. The Microsoft filings specifically target data connected to OneDrive and Xbox cloud infrastructure, while the Discord subpoenas target servers and user accounts that acted as distribution hubs.
This does not mean Take-Two has already identified CyberLeek. Rather, it means Rockstar's legal counsel now has a court-backed mechanism to trace the digital breadcrumbs directly back to the original source.
Official Rockstar Games artwork showing Jason and Lucia against Vice City's tropical skyline. Take-Two has escalated its legal efforts into federal court.
CyberLeek Remains Active Despite False Arrest Rumours
Despite persistent rumors across social media claiming that CyberLeek had been apprehended by federal authorities, there is currently no credible evidence of an arrest. The account returned after a brief 24-hour silence to release additional clips, including footage of high-end sports cars and interior club mechanics.
Earlier circulating clips have showcased protagonist Jason Duval navigating city streets, interacting with police response routines, and flying aircraft over Vice City. The continued appearance of tracks released in 2025 on the in-game radio has led technical analysts to conclude that the leaker may possess access to an authentic, relatively recent development build rather than an obsolete 2022 snapshot.
Warning: Beware the Fake 113 GB GTA 6 Build
Alongside genuine leak discussions, security researchers have issued urgent warnings regarding a supposed 113 GB GTA 6 PC build circulating across torrent networks and file-sharing forums.
Cybersecurity analysis indicates that the file is an elaborate scam containing trojans and malicious software designed to compromise user systems. As interest reaches fever pitch, bad actors frequently package malware inside fake game archives targeting eager players. Users are strongly advised against downloading unverified torrents claiming to offer early game access.
Monetization and Crypto Controversies
The motives behind the leaks have become increasingly complex. While the group published what it termed the "CYBERLEEK Edict"—claiming to protest digital-only preorders, aggressive microtransactions, and lack of offline single-player preservation—concurrent efforts to promote custom cryptocurrency coins and solicit $165,000 in Monero for advertising space have drawn heavy skepticism from the gaming community.
Microsoft and Discord Cooperation
Microsoft has publicly acknowledged the situation. Xbox Chief Technology Officer Scott Van Vliet confirmed that Microsoft is working in close coordination with Take-Two and Rockstar Games to safeguard intellectual property and support the legal process.
The investigation has also touched large GTA creator Discord communities, including servers frequented by DarkViperAU. Legal analysts emphasize that being named in subpoena documentation is standard procedure for identifying third-party transmission channels and does not imply wrongdoing by community creators.
Rockstar's Release Schedule Remains Unchanged
Despite the online turbulence, Grand Theft Auto VI remains officially on schedule for its worldwide release on November 19, 2026, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar is preparing for its official extended preview presentation scheduled for August 27.
As the September 4 subpoena deadline draws closer, the balance between Rockstar's official marketing reveals and the court-backed investigation against CyberLeek promises to make the coming weeks defining for the entire gaming industry.