FAQ: Rockstar Confirms New Data Breach After Hackers Threaten to Leak GTA 6 Data

What happened in the Rockstar Games hack?

The ShinyHunters hacker group breached Rockstar Games' systems and stole corporate data, including GTA 6 marketing plans. They demanded a ransom be paid by April 14, 2026, and threatened to leak the data otherwise.

Will the GTA 6 release be delayed because of this hack?

Rockstar Games has confirmed that the breach has no impact on GTA 6 development and that the game remains firmly on track for its November 19, 2026 launch.

What data was stolen in the breach?

According to reports, the stolen data includes corporate information such as marketing plans for GTA 6. Rockstar has stated that the breach does not include game source code or core development assets.

Who is behind the Rockstar Games hack?

The attack is attributed to the ShinyHunters hacker group, which has been linked to multiple high-profile data breaches in recent years. They were also responsible for the 2022 GTA 6 leak.

Has the stolen data been released?

Following the April 14 deadline, the ShinyHunters group began releasing portions of the stolen data online. Rockstar is working with authorities to address the situation.