GTA 6 Leaks: Take-Two Subpoenas Microsoft and Discord as Crypto-Tied Leaker 'Cyberleek' Drains Billions in Market Value

The Leak That Shook Wall Street

GameSpot reported that Take-Two Interactive lost billions in market value since the GTA 6 leaks began, with PC Gamer later specifying the figure at $2.8 billion in lost market cap. The leaks, attributed to a user known as 'Cyberleek,' have been relentless: footage of hypercars, strip clubs, and store robberies has appeared almost daily, as noted by Kotaku and GameRant. By the time IGN picked up the story, the financial impact was clear—Take-Two's stock had tumbled, and Destructoid described it as a 'massive financial blow.'

Yet PC Gamer argued that the loss, while staggering, 'probably barely felt it' given Take-Two's overall valuation. The real damage may be reputational: Rockstar, known for tight-lipped control, has seen its next flagship game exposed piecemeal. Polygon and TheGamer noted that the leaks have even spawned a crypto scheme, with the leaker allegedly making millions on a memecoin tied to the game's hype.

Who Is Cyberleek? The Crypto-Tied Leaker

PC Gamer attempted to profile the leaker, noting that 'Cyberleek' has been sharing footage from an old build of GTA 6, likely running on PC. DualShockers reported that the leaker is 'making millions on a memecoin,' and even the 'Stop Killing Games' movement has stepped in. Kotaku and TheGamer tracked a crypto wallet believed to belong to the leaker, containing $390,000 of their own currency. Polygon suggested the entire leak campaign could be 'part of a big crypto scheme,' with the leaker earning thousands from ad placements on leaked clips.

By the time GamesRadar+ covered the story, Cyberleek was charging a $165,000 fee for custom gameplay reveals—a figure TheGamer rounded to $162,000. PC Gamer confirmed the leaker was 'selling ads now,' turning leaked footage into a revenue stream. The Verge noted that the leaker's identity remains unknown, but a YouTuber named in Take-Two's subpoena insisted he 'did nothing wrong,' as IGN reported.

Take-Two Strikes Back: Subpoenas and Legal Action

Kotaku broke the news that Take-Two had subpoenaed Microsoft and Discord records related to the spread of GTA 6 leaks. VGC, Destructoid, and IGN quickly confirmed the legal action, with IGN specifying that multiple subpoenas were filed in federal court. GamesRadar+ reported that Take-Two sought to 'obtain the identity' of the leaker, while Eurogamer noted the subpoenas demanded data 'sufficient to identify the users person.' The legal net widened as Pure Xbox observed that even Microsoft appeared to be getting involved.

PC Gamer and Rock Paper Shotgun detailed the subpoenas, with the latter calling it a 'leaker hunt.' Kotaku later reported that Rockstar remained 'in the dark' about the leaker's identity but was still moving ahead with a Netflix reveal. GameSpot and GamesRadar+ confirmed that the leaker had not been identified yet, and Xbox's tech chief stated the company was 'working closely' with Take-Two and Rockstar to 'protect creative works,' as reported by GamesRadar+ and GameRant.

Rockstar's Silence and the Netflix Reveal

Despite the chaos, Rockstar has not changed its plans. Kotaku reported that the studio is 'moving ahead with Netflix reveal,' a sentiment echoed by GamesRadar+ and Dexerto, which claimed Rockstar was 'furious' but wouldn't alter the premiere date. TheGamer noted that the development team had responded to the leaks, though specifics were scarce. PC Gamer added that Rockstar employees were 'frustrated' by the leaks but acknowledged they may have 'whet appetites' for the official reveal.

GameRant published an official statement from Take-Two, though its content was not detailed in the cluster. The legal crusade appeared to be working: Eurogamer reported that Take-Two's action had 'shut down the hubs' behind the leaks, suggesting an end may be near. Yet Polygon noted that leaks persisted, with the leaker dangling strip club footage in front of Rockstar, as Kotaku and GamesRadar+ confirmed in later dumps.

The Fan Frenzy: AI Fakes and Trolling

Kotaku warned that real GTA 6 leaks were hard to spot in 2026 due to AI fakes, a problem Polygon highlighted as 'desperate fans get trolled in the most ridiculous way possible.' IGN reported that a fan used digital forensics to expose the leaker's crypto scheme, while Kotaku noted another fan believed they had tracked down the wallet. TheGamer observed that the hacker hadn't shared leaks in more than 24 hours, only to return amid claims of being caught.

The trolling extended to fake downloads: Rock Paper Shotgun warned fans not to download files named 'totallylegitgta6leakedbuild.exe,' as malware disguised as leaked copies was popping up on piracy sites, per IGN. Even the US Army got involved, offering soldiers four days of GTA 6 time as a reenlistment incentive, as PC Gamer and Polygon reported. Dexerto confirmed that 20 soldiers had already re-enlisted for the pass.

What Happens Next?

The saga is far from over. DualShockers compiled an 'everything you need to know' guide, while VGC podcasted about what Rockstar might do next. GameRant suggested the map leak put Rockstar in an 'impossible position,' and PC Gamer noted that the leaked footage was probably running on PC, offering little about the eventual release. TheGamer reported that models, map data, and more had leaked, suggesting the scope is vast.

As Take-Two's legal net tightens, the leaker continues to taunt. Kotaku described the leaker as 'taunting with fresh footage of hyper-realistic streets,' and GameRant showed off a hypercar. The central question remains: will Cyberleek be caught? Eurogamer hinted at an end, but Polygon noted leaks persist. For now, the industry watches as one of gaming's biggest secrets unravels in real time.

Where the claim starts

GameSpot — sourcing: unclear (likely market data or internal reporting)

Independent corroboration

The $2.8 billion figure is reported by PC Gamer [26] as a specific number, while GameSpot [1] mentions 'billions' without a precise figure. PC Gamer may have its own calculation or source. The subpoena story is independently confirmed by multiple outlets (Kotaku [25], VGC [29], IGN [31], Eurogamer [46]) citing court filings. The crypto wallet and memecoin details are reported by DualShockers [2], TheGamer [16], and Polygon [20], but all appear to rely on the same fan analysis or leaker's own posts.

Who stayed out of it

Publishing during the same window but absent from this story: Siliconera, Massively OP, Nintendo Everything, Time Extension, GamingOnLinux, Nintendo Life, The Escapist, RPGamer, Game Developer, Xbox Wire, PlayStation Blog, Gematsu.

Evidence

Every claim below was checked against the outlet reports it cites by a separate pass instructed to disprove it.

• Take-Two lost $2.8 billion in market cap due to GTA 6 leaks — GameSpot, PC Gamer
• The leaker is known as 'Cyberleek' — PC Gamer, GamesRadar+
• Take-Two subpoenaed Microsoft and Discord — Kotaku, VGC, IGN, GameSpot, Eurogamer
• The leaker has a crypto wallet worth $390,000 — TheGamer, Kotaku
• The leaker charges $165,000 for ad space on leaks — GamesRadar+, TheGamer, PC Gamer
• Rockstar is moving ahead with a Netflix reveal — Kotaku, GamesRadar+, Dexerto – Games
• The leaker has not been identified yet — GameSpot, GamesRadar+

Written by TDGN from 74 outlet reports using a local model, then fact-checked against those reports before publishing. We link the outlets rather than reproducing their reporting.