‘We’ll update everyone again’: Rockstar Games breaks silence after GTA 6 leaks take their toll, fans lend support as game suffers major setback

When it comes to GTA 6, fans of the famous game franchise, for almost a decade, anticipated even the smallest details regarding the aforementioned episode. It wasn’t until earlier this year in February that Rockstar Games, the video game publishing company that’s credited with developing the ever-iconic Grand Theft Auto series, confirmed the plausibility of the long-awaited addition.

Grand Theft Auto V
Grand Theft Auto V

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However, headlines recently made headlines when the gaming community was taken by a disruptive storm. Grand Theft Auto VI, which was under development, recently faced a major setback, as a user, named ‘teapotuberhacker’ on GTAForums posted videos of an alleged test build for the upcoming sequel. With 90 of these videos made public, the leak was considered one of the biggest – with many assuming the game will suffer a major delay.

However, Rockstar Games, on their official Twitter account, posted an update on the GTA 6 flight, dealing with and acknowledging the unfortunate tragedy. Fans rallied to show immense support.

Rockstar Games Addresses GTA 6 Leak

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rock star games

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Leaks that have been doing their rounds across the internet have confirmed a key and game-changing element in the franchise’s history that had previously drawn criticism from many long-timers. GTA fans – the reported inclusion of a playable female protagonist for the very first time. The character is said to be a Latina woman. However, as a member of a pair influenced by Bonnie and Clyde, she won’t be the only main character in the highly anticipated video game.

Much of the other details revealed by the notorious leaks hinted at a less-than-prepared premise. There is a long way to go before the video game is finished. Many fans were suspicious GTA 6 delayed after the infamous fiasco, because leaks of such magnitude often prove to be very detrimental to the development process.

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Grand Theft Auto VI

However, much to everyone’s relief, Rockstar Games has confirmed via a Twitter post that ongoing development will continue without any “long term effects” to take into account. They also acknowledged the leak and said the following:

“We recently experienced a network intrusion in which an unauthorized third party illegally accessed and downloaded confidential information from our systems, including early development images for the upcoming Grand Theft Auto. At this time, we do not expect no disruption to our live game services or any long-term effects on the development of our ongoing projects.

The video game publishing company also expressed its feelings of apology, expressing regret for having such crucial details about GTA 6 to be shared with people in such a compromising way. To reassure fans, the company said, “Our work on the next Grand Theft Auto game will continue as planned.”

GTA San Andreas
GTA San Andreas

Additionally, Rockstar Games mentioned remaining committed to delivering a premise that is sure to exceed its expectations.

Overwhelming support from GTA fans

Before the statement was released by the company, anxious fans were anticipating several scenarios, ranging from moderate to extreme. Some expected a potential delay, others were convinced of the game’s cancellation. However, with the announcement not detailing such extremities, fans finally felt comfortable about GTA 6.

Additionally, many long-time game connoisseurs expressed empathetic remorse over the leaks and praised the efforts of the developers who are working hard to shape the world of Grand Theft Auto in fruition.

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With Rockstar Games underscoring their promise to “properly” showcasing the game once it’s finished and ready to go, fans who have been constantly looking forward to the day GTA 6 would become a reality for years and years, still have a little to wait before receiving what they have always aspired to.

One can only hope and pray that the rest of the trip will be smooth, safe and safe from further potential leaks.

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