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The latest GTA 6 leak confirms the leaker likely has or had access to a playable build

The new video is maybe the most impressive yet, but it's the ending that spells potential trouble for Rockstar and Take-Two.

The latest GTA 6 leak confirms the leaker likely has or had access to a playable build

The latest Grand Theft Auto 6 leak has provided fresh evidence suggesting the leaker might have or once had access to a working version of the game. The most recent video added to the growing collection, shared on the Gaming Leaks and Rumors subreddit, displays an impressive blue and yellow biplane soaring over the city of Vice City.

This video, while not being embedded here, is praised for its massive, detailed, and almost shockingly realistic portrayal of the game world. Cars can be observed on the streets and freeways, even from a distance, with the game seeming smooth and steady, and showing minimal texture pop.

The leaker, identified as Jason, also provided a glimpse into the in-game radio, a fundamental aspect of any GTA experience. While there was a slight disappointment over the omission of V-Rock, the soundtrack appears to offer a variety of tunes, as expected. However, the video's climax – Jason shooting the word 'LEEK' into a wall with a rifle after exiting his plane – is the most telling.

This action strongly suggests that the leaker has a playable GTA 6 build, rather than merely flipping off an NDA from a Rockstar presentation. While there has been speculation about the use of generative AI to create the sequence, the rapid discrediting of the leaked clips hints at their authenticity. This discovery of a playable GTA 6 build, as the game approaches its release in three months, poses significant challenges for Rockstar and Take-Two.

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