Rockstar Games Rushes Release of Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer Following Leak on Social Media

Rockstar Games, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, was forced to publish the highly anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI earlier than scheduled after it was leaked on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). The company’s shares experienced a brief dip of up to 4% in extended trading on Monday following the unexpected leak.

Originally slated for release on Tuesday, December 5, at 6 a.m. ET, the trailer found its way to the public eye through the account @Gta6trailerleak on X. Responding swiftly to the leak, Rockstar Games decided to expedite its release on YouTube, while X took immediate action by suspending the account responsible for the unauthorized dissemination.

Grand Theft Auto VI, set to hit the gaming scene in 2025, has been a subject of intense speculation and anticipation among gamers for years. Following in the footsteps of its predecessor, Grand Theft Auto V, which debuted in 2013 and has since become the second best-selling video game in history with over 190 million copies sold, the upcoming installment is expected to have a significant impact on Take-Two’s revenue growth.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, during a November conference call, praised Rockstar Games for its constant innovation in delivering high-quality interactive entertainment as the label approaches its 25th anniversary next month.

The leaked trailer’s premature release has stirred up the gaming community and heightened excitement for Grand Theft Auto VI. The game is confirmed to be available on Sony PlayStation 5 and Microsoft Xbox Series X and Series S consoles, as stated in an official announcement by Take-Two.

As the gaming world eagerly awaits the next chapter in the Grand Theft Auto saga, the leaked trailer has already garnered widespread attention. Fans can catch a glimpse of the highly anticipated game by watching the official trailer released by Rockstar Games.