TAKE-TWO Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, is taking legal action against Microsoft and Discord following a major leak of in-game footage from the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI, set for release in November. The company has filed DMCA subpoenas to obtain user identification data and logs related to the leak, primarily targeting an entity known as 'Cyberleek' that has posted the leaked material since August 18.
The subpoenas request specific data from Microsoft’s GitHub and multiple Discord accounts implicated in the distribution of the content. This aggressive legal strategy marks a shift in how game publishers are responding to leaks, as they now seek comprehensive data to track down sources and mitigate damage to promotional efforts, including a planned preview with Netflix. The leak has disrupted marketing plans and highlights ongoing security challenges faced by game developers.