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Microsoft has been served a 'Grand Theft Auto 6' court subpoena by Take-Two (UPDATE)
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Key Points:
- Take-Two Interactive has faced backlash from GTA fans over GTA 6's pricing and the decision to lock key features in a $100 edition, as well as paywalling the first gameplay footage behind a Netflix subscription set for August 27, 2026.
- A hacker group called Cyberleeks has been leaking GTA 6 gameplay footage online and soliciting cryptocurrency donations, causing a 2% drop in Take-Two's share price over the past week.
- Take-Two has filed subpoenas in New York City targeting Microsoft, Discord, Google, and potentially other services to identify and prosecute the leakers, with Microsoft reportedly conducting its own internal investigation.
- GTA 6 is scheduled for release on November 19, 2026, exclusively for Xbox Series X|S and PS5, with other major game launches avoiding the November window due to the anticipated impact of GTA 6.
- The leaks and legal actions highlight the challenges of securing highly anticipated game releases amid growing cyber threats and the evolving digital distribution landscape.
