New York Court Authorizes Take-Two Subpoenas Aimed at Microsoft and Discord in GTA 6 Leak Probe

A New York court has granted Take-Two Interactive permission to issue subpoenas targeting Microsoft and Discord as the company works to identify individuals reportedly connected to the hacking group CYBERLEEK that distributed unauthorized Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay footage.

The court granted Take-Two's ex parte application for a subpoena to Discord. The order directs the clerk to issue a subpoena requiring Discord to produce the identity of entities or persons believed to be infringing on the copyright of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Court documents indicate the company wants user information connected to posts appearing on Discord and GitHub.

Stephen Totilo of Game File shared a screenshot of the granted subpoenas on Bluesky.

Take-Two is also pursuing records from Microsoft in the investigation. Approved requests target data from both Microsoft and Discord to help identify alleged GTA 6 leakers. The action marks the latest twist in one of the industry's most prominent current stories.

Xbox's chief technology officer pledged support for the effort. Scott Van Vliet issued a statement pledging full support to help Rockstar and Take-Two Interactive protect their IP. The material in question consists of gameplay footage from the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6.

CYBERLEEK previously sought payment for future leak-related activities. The group started charging for a poll that asked what content fans wanted to see released next. Its site later indicated openness to advertising deals in upcoming leaks, reportedly requesting up to $164,000 in cryptocurrency simply to open discussions on those terms.

Insider Gaming previously reported that the leaks will not impact the marketing strategy as the GTA 6 release date approaches. Xbox's chief technology officer Scott Van Vliet issued the supportive statement after the court ruling.