A new leak regarding Grand Theft Auto VI introduces doubt about the game's November launch window. Leaker Cyberleek shared footage of the protagonist Lucia in the game's prologue but warned that the build is incomplete. This development matters to players who have waited years for the title, as it suggests the release date may slip further. We are seeing conflicting signals about the game's actual readiness for the public.
Leaker claims incomplete build despite Rockstar's near-finished status
The video posted by Cyberleek shows Lucia navigating the early stages of the story. The leaker explicitly stated that the build is recent but the game is not ready at all. This claim contradicts earlier reports from Bloomberg's Jason Schreier, who said the title is pretty close to being finished. Rockstar Games also confirmed in August that the game was nearly there.
Insiders have debated the age of leaked footage for months. Following the first basketball gameplay video, NateTheHate suggested the footage was over a year old. Schreier later clarified that the videos were from a more recent build. The current leak adds to the confusion about whether the game is truly on track for its scheduled launch.
Despite the conflicting reports, the Netflix Extended Look event on August 27th will proceed as scheduled. This event is separate from the development status rumors circulating online. We've been tracking GTA 6 closely — see our earlier coverage on GTA 6 Hacker Cyberleek Threatens Lucia. The situation remains fluid as we await official confirmation from Rockstar.
The core facts are clear: a leak exists, the leaker claims the game is not ready, and Rockstar previously stated it is nearly finished. The November release date is still the official target, but the leak raises questions about potential delays. Players should expect more speculation before the game ships.
Source: NotebookCheck
