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Rockstar Games Confirms Data Breach Ahead of GTA VI Launch
Image: Primary Rockstar Games confirmed a data breach of its systems over the weekend, with hackers claiming to have stolen internal development materials for the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI title. The company acknowledged un
The breach comes less than three years after a major 2022 security incident at Rockstar, when an 18-year-old hacker leaked gameplay footage of the then-unannounced GTA VI. The timing is particularly sensitive as the company prepares for the game's launch, currently slated for May 26, 2026.
Threat actors have reportedly posted samples of stolen material online and threatened further leaks. The company stated it is working with law enforcement and cybersecurity experts to investigate the incident.
Rockstar emphasized that the breach did not affect its live service operations or player data. The company has faced heightened scrutiny following the 2022 incident, which resulted in the arrest and conviction of the perpetrator in the United Kingdom.
The gaming industry has experienced a wave of high-profile breaches in recent years, with development materials and source code increasingly becoming targets for cybercriminals and extortion groups.
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