A new video touted as a GTA 6 gameplay leak recently surfaced on X (formerly Twitter) and other platforms. Relayed in particular by an account specializing in unofficial news around the game, it accumulated nearly half a million views in less than 12 hours. The extract in question shows an interface supposedly belonging to a version in development of the game, with menus, gameplay sequences and graphic elements evoking the universe of Grand Theft Auto.
To many fans, the video seemed believable at first glance. The level of detail, the fluid animation and the artistic direction close to previous Rockstar Games productions contributed to fueling doubt.
Major inconsistencies quickly identified
However, the initial enthusiasm did not last long. The most attentive players quickly pointed out several compromising anomalies. First, the menus displayed in the video contain images obviously generated by artificial intelligence. Some visuals lack stylistic consistency, while graphic details seem inconsistent with Rockstar Games’ usual standards. Second, spelling errors appear in some interface elements. A detail that seems trivial, but which does not correspond to the level of finish expected from a studio renowned for its perfectionism.
Finally, the overall structure of the build shown does not resemble the internal builds typically seen in past real leaks. Old leaks of GTA 6 in 2022 revealed a raw and unfinished version, very different from this video that was too “clean” to be authentic.
Rockstar Games and the culture of secrecy
Rockstar Games is known for its extreme discretion. Since the massive hack suffered in 2022, the studio has significantly strengthened its security protocols. Barring another major incident, the chances of seeing such a clean and complete leak before official communication appear low.
Historically, Rockstar favors carefully edited cinematic trailers before gradually revealing gameplay. Many observers believe that an official gameplay trailer could arrive in late summer, possibly August or September, but nothing has been confirmed.
A real musical escape in parallel
Ironically, if this video seems fake, another leak deemed credible emerged recently. Tracks purported to be part of the game’s radio stations have reportedly been circulating online. Unlike gameplay, musical content involves numerous external partners (artists, producers, labels), which increases the risks of accidental disclosure despite strict confidentiality agreements. This shows that even with strengthened measures, projects of this magnitude remain difficult to fully contain.
Expectations as strong as ever around GTA 6
The episode reminds us how immense the wait for GTA 6 is. Every rumor, questionable screenshot, and suspicious video is thoroughly analyzed by a passionate community. Even though this alleged gameplay leak is widely considered a fake, it demonstrates the extent of the hype. Rockstar Games is remaining silent for now, leaving fans to scour the internet for any credible clue. While waiting for an official communication, caution remains in order: not all leaks are equal, and some are simply too good to be true.