Rockstar confirms GTA VI leaks are REAL in statement

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Rockstar Games has confirmed that the leaked gameplay footage for Grand Theft Auto VI is real, describing the leaks as "heartbreaking." The company apologized for the leaks and reiterated the game's release date, while also announcing an extended look at the game will be shown on Netflix and YouTube.

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1Rockstar confirms GTA VI leaks are real
2Statement posted on social media
3Leaks described as "heartbreaking"
4Apology for delays and leaks
5Game release date confirmed
6Extended look announced for Netflix and YouTube

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Rockstar Games has broken its silence following the (now confirmed) leaks of Grand Theft Auto VI. An extended look at the game due to go out on Netflix on Thursday is going ahead as planned. #GTA6 #GTAVI #RockstarGames #GTA6Leaks #Gaming #BBCNews

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BBC Posted on 26.08.2026 Rockstar Games / GTA 6 Rockstar confirms GTA VI leaks are REAL in statement Rockstar Games have In a statement posted VOICE OF MEL RAMSAY BBC Journalist across their social media accounts, they described the leaks as VOICE OF MEL RAMSAY BBC Journalist "heartbreaking" for VOICE OF MEL RAMSAY BBC Journalist the team and not how VOICE OF MEL RAMSAY BBC Journal they had intended for fans to see the game "after all this time". Rockstar also apologised again for the delays of GTA VI, but stated that the game will still release on November 19. Rockstar Games @RockstarGames 1h Dear all, We know that many of you have been waiting to hear from us regarding the events of the past week. It would be an understatement to say that having videos of Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay leak in this way has been heartbreaking for our team, and this is obviously not how we intended for you to see the game after all this time. We are very sorry that everything has leaked as long as it has - from getting the game finished (nearly ready) to sharing more details and official gameplay, and providing the community with everything you want to know. We are very excited for everyone to see the extended look tomorrow. It has taken longer than we wanted to get it ready, but as with everything we do, we know we need to get it right, but as with everything we do, we are determined to deliver at the level you expect and deserve. While it is unfortunate that the intended game experience may now be impacted by some spoilers, we hope that everyone will wait a bit longer to experience the game for themselves on November 19. We want to thank everyone in the community who has reached out with messages of support this past week - your words have meant more to this team than you can imagine. Ultimately, we are making this game for you, and without you, we would not have the privilege of making games. Sincerely, We look forward to sharing more with you soon. The statement then went on to thank fans for the support shown to them following the leaks, saying, "Your words have meant more to this team than you can imagine." Many fans have described the leaks as a "nightmare scenario" for the company. Last week, Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two Interactive, launched legal proceedings regarding the leaks in a New York court. An extended look at Grand Theft VI will be shown on Netflix on August 27, and then available a few hours later on YouTube.

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Rockstar Games have confirmed that the alleged gameplay leaks for Grand Theft Auto VI are real. In a statement posted across their social media accounts, they described the leaks as "heartbreaking" for the team and not how they had intended for fans to see the game "after all this time". Rockstar also apologised again for the delays of GTA VI, but stated that the game will still release on November 19. Rockstar Games @RockstarGames 1h Dear all, We know that many of you have been waiting to hear from us regarding the events of the past week. It would be an understatement to say that having videos of Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay leak in this way has been heartbreaking for our team, and this is obviously not how we intended for you to see the game after all this time. We are very sorry that everything has leaked as long as it has - from getting the game finished (nearly ready) to sharing more details and official gameplay, and providing the community with everything you want to know. We are very excited for everyone to see the extended look tomorrow. It has taken longer than we wanted to get it ready, but as with everything we do, we know we need to get it right, but as with everything we do, we are determined to deliver at the level you expect and deserve. While it is unfortunate that the intended game experience may now be impacted by some spoilers, we hope that everyone will wait a bit longer to experience the game for themselves on November 19. We want to thank everyone in the community who has reached out with messages of support this past week - your words have meant more to this team than you can imagine. Ultimately, we are making this game for you, and without you, we would not have the privilege of making games. Sincerely, We look forward to sharing more with you soon. The statement then went on to thank fans for the support shown to them following the leaks, saying, "Your words have meant more to this team than you can imagine." Many fans have described the leaks as a "nightmare scenario" for the company. Last week, Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two Interactive, launched legal proceedings regarding the leaks in a New York court. An extended look at Grand Theft VI will be shown on Netflix on August 27, and then available a few hours later on YouTube.