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Take-Two goes after Microsoft, Discord, and X with subpoenas over GTA 6 leaks
business5 days ago

Take-Two goes after Microsoft, Discord, and X with subpoenas over GTA 6 leaks

Take-Two Interactive has subpoenaed Microsoft, Discord, and X in the Southern District of New York to obtain records tied to GTA 6 leaks, including user accounts, linked OneDrive/Xbox data, and a GitHub repository used to post leaked content. Microsoft and Discord must produce documents by September 4, 2026, with Discord saying it will review valid subpoenas. The action follows a wave of GTA 6 leaks ahead of Rockstar’s upcoming reveal.

via GamesIndustry.biz|
#business#discord#gta-6
GTA VI Leaks Roar Ahead of Launch, Spurring Market Volatility
gaming7 days ago

GTA VI Leaks Roar Ahead of Launch, Spurring Market Volatility

A hacker known as LEEK released multiple GTA VI clips, triggering a $2 billion swing in Take-Two’s market value as leaks spread ahead of the November release. Authenticity remains debated, with several posts taken down by DMCA and the leaker claiming the move is a protest against the lack of physical editions. Take-Two has pursued subpoenas to Microsoft and Discord, while Rockstar is set to unveil more footage in a Netflix special on Aug. 28, keeping fans wary of spoilers before launch.

via Axios|
#dmca#gaming#gta-vi
Take-Two Says It Isn’t For Sale as Netflix Expands Gaming Ties Ahead of GTA 6
business17 days ago

Take-Two Says It Isn’t For Sale as Netflix Expands Gaming Ties Ahead of GTA 6

Take-Two Interactive chief Strauss Zelnick says the company isn’t for sale, quashing speculation of a Netflix buyout as Take-Two continues its Netflix partnerships for game distribution and GTA 6 preps for a November launch. Take-Two has existing deals with Netflix and remains confident in an independent, profitable path, while Netflix pursues growth in gaming through selective acquisitions rather than big takeovers. A Netflix reveal for GTA 6 is also anticipated alongside the game’s broader launch plans.

via GameSpot|
#business#gta-6#mergers-and-acquisitions
Take-Two Reaffirms FY27 Outlook Ahead of GTA VI Launch
business21 days ago

Take-Two Reaffirms FY27 Outlook Ahead of GTA VI Launch

Take-Two reported Q1 FY2027 results (quarter ended June 30, 2026) with net bookings of $1.39B (down 3% YoY) and GAAP net revenue of $1.53B; GAAP net loss was $34.1M, including a $43.4M impairment related to shelving an unannounced title. The company reiterated its fiscal 2027 net bookings guidance of $8.0–$8.2B and highlighted the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI release on November 19, 2026 as a key growth driver.

via Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.|
#business#earnings#fiscal-year-2027
GTA 6 fuels Take-Two's upgraded 2027 outlook as digital sales dominate
business21 days ago

GTA 6 fuels Take-Two's upgraded 2027 outlook as digital sales dominate

Take-Two lifted its Fiscal 2027 net bookings outlook to $8.2 billion thanks to GTA 6, and CEO Strauss Zelnick says sales are already well over 90% digital, underscoring the industry’s shift away from physical releases; while pre-orders for GTA 6 look strong, he cautions against counting on sales until they materialize, and the company notes a dip in its mobile business as the stock moves lower.

via Eurogamer.net|
#business#digital-distribution#gta-6
GTA 6 Goes Disc-Free at Launch, Digital-Only From Day One
gaming2 months ago

GTA 6 Goes Disc-Free at Launch, Digital-Only From Day One

GTA 6 will be released as a digital-only title with no disc version planned at launch or in the months after. The Hollywood Reporter clarified that there won’t be printed GTA 6 discs; any physical copies sold are codes in a box rather than discs. The shift aims to curb early leaks and maximize digital monetization. Preloads start November 12 with the November 19 release, and pricing includes $80 for the standard edition and $100 for the Ultimate Edition with extra content.

via GameSpot|
#digital-only#gaming#gta-6
GTA VI Nears Release as Gaming’s Biggest Bet Yet
technology2 months ago

GTA VI Nears Release as Gaming’s Biggest Bet Yet

After more than a decade, GTA VI is finally near, with a November 19 release and preorders underway. The standard edition is $80 and the Ultimate edition $100; Rockstar reportedly invested over $1 billion in development in hopes of surpassing GTA V’s record-breaking $1B in the first three days and its $10B-plus lifetime. The game will ship digital-only at launch, fueling debate over ownership and raising fan hype on Reddit and Discord. Industry observers see GTA VI as a bellwether for a sector facing AI disruption and consolidation, even as Rockstar has weathered controversies like union-busting efforts and a 2022 leak. If successful, GTA VI could become the highest-grossing entertainment property and redefine open-world gaming.

via WIRED|
#gaming-industry#gta-vi#rockstar-games
GTA 6 storefronts surface early as pre-orders loom
gaming2 months ago

GTA 6 storefronts surface early as pre-orders loom

Storefront pages for Grand Theft Auto VI went live ahead of the June 25 pre-order date, with major retailers hosting placeholder listings that show no prices or buy options yet. PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions are set for November 19, while a native PC release remains omitted for the initial rollout. The move aims to capture search traffic and prevent server strain as Take-Two launches its marketing push amid talk of an $80 base price.

via Notebookcheck|
#gaming#gta-6-pre-orders#gta-6-storefronts