GTA6 Hacker Asks Players to Donate: 'We Risking Too Much for Justice'

Summary

After a week of massive GTA6 leaks, hacker group Cyberleek (aka Cong Ge) has continued to release gameplay videos, and in its latest uploads doubled down on promoting cryptocurrency donations, framing them as necessary for the group's survival. In two new videos, Cyberleek embedded text and QR codes leading viewers to a crypto site, while responding to criticism: 'Stop the hate. Put that energy into protest, not attacking those who are actually fighting for you. We are taking huge risks in this fight. Leaks are free. Donations cover operational costs, and crypto is the only way.' PC Gamer noted that this rhetoric turns leaking and crypto business into some kind of righteous cause. This comes as Take-Two has been pursuing legal action, yet Cyberleek has already released over a dozen videos showcasing unannounced content such as maps, characters, and vehicles. The incident has significant impacts on the industry: the unprecedented leaks undermine Rockstar's creative control and commercial plans, possibly forcing schedule changes. Meanwhile, framing illegal hacking as justice and promoting cryptocurrency in the process highlights how cybercriminal networks exploit player excitement for highly anticipated games. Players should be wary of the legal and ethical issues behind such leaks, and game companies need to strengthen internal security to prevent future breaches.