Take-Two Interactive Escalates Hunt for GTA 6 Leakers with Sealed Subpoena Request
In a significant shift in its legal strategy, Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has ramped up its efforts to identify the individuals responsible for the massive, unauthorized dissemination of Grand Theft Auto 6 footage. According to recent court filings, the publisher has requested a new subpoena, this time moving to keep the details of the request shielded from public view.
This latest legal maneuver, first reported by TorrentFreak, marks the second attempt to compel Discord to hand over user data related to the breach. Take-Two had previously filed broad subpoenas targeting several platforms—including Microsoft and X—used to host and circulate the leaked material. While Discord previously noted it had not been officially served and would scrutinize the validity of any such request, Take-Two is now adopting a more surgical approach.
A Narrower, More Cautious Strategy
The company’s decision to request that the new subpoena remain under seal appears to be a direct response to the scrutiny surrounding its previous filings. Earlier attempts were criticized for their overly broad scope, which targeted hundreds of thousands of users across multiple Discord servers.
The new filing, submitted on August 28, indicates a shift toward a more targeted investigation. The document states that Take-Two has “identified one additional Discord user and obtained additional identifying information for a previously identified Discord user,” while also seeking more specific data regarding the community services involved in the breach. By keeping this information sealed, Take-Two argues it can prevent potential suspects from being tipped off and evading detection.
The Financial Stakes
The leaked content, which caused a stir across the gaming industry two weeks ago, has been linked to a coordinated scheme. It is widely believed that the individuals behind the leaks utilized the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 footage to inflate the value of a bespoke cryptocurrency. Reports suggest the perpetrators successfully “cashed out” of this scheme, netting approximately $270,000 (£200,000) before the leaks ceased shortly before a high-profile gameplay showcase.
The Path Forward
As of now, the subpoena has not been issued. While Take-Two has requested that the documents remain sealed to protect “highly sensitive, confidential information,” a judge has yet to rule on the request. Should the judge deny the motion to keep the filing private, the full details of the investigation—and potentially the identities of the targets—could become a matter of public record.
The legal battle remains a central focus for the publisher, as it continues to seek accountability for the [GTA 6 leaks] that have cast a shadow over one of the most anticipated titles in gaming history. For now, the gaming community waits to see if these new legal measures will finally unmask those responsible for the breach.
