The decentralized hacker network Anonymous has publicly voiced support for CyberLeek, the individual responsible for acquiring an illegitimate copy of Grand Theft Auto VI and posting unauthorized leaks online. Amid an online manhunt by fans attempting to identify the leaker, Anonymous posted a statement criticizing those conducting free detective work for Take-Two Interactive and Rockstar Games.
Quick Facts
- Game: Grand Theft Auto VI
- Developer & Publisher: Rockstar Games
- Release Date: November 19, 2026
- Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X
- Engine: Rockstar Advanced Game Engine (RAGE)
The Leak Fallout and Community Division
The unauthorized GTA 6 material surfaced online under the banner of consumer rights, tanking Take-Two's stock and reportedly causing friction with Netflix over an exclusive reveal planned for later in the month. However, the leaks feature cryptocurrency ads and paid polls, generating at least $391,000 in cryptocurrency for the hacker.
The situation has polarized players. While some users cheer on the leaks or attempt to pick apart unannounced details, others have taken matters into their own hands. A viral post from X user @KINGJulien15x claimed to spend 16 hours investigating the hacker and sending evidence to Rockstar's legal team, drawing widespread ridicule online and prompting Anonymous to defend CyberLeek.
Consumer Rights Claims Challenged
Groups such as Stop Killing Games have condemned CyberLeek's actions, stating that illegal methods do not protect consumer rights and instead harm the thousands of developers who worked on the project. A recent Bloomberg report noted that Rockstar employees are frustrated and exhausted amid the public turmoil. Meanwhile, rumors circulate that CyberLeek maintains a dead man's switch to leak the full game ahead of launch if caught.