A leaked version of the GTA VI trailer appeared online with a huge “BUY $BTC” caption ahead of the official release by Rockstar Games. The leak prompted the developer to launch the trailer earlier than planned but without any noticeable impact on the Bitcoin price.
GTA VI is the upcoming installment of the Grand Theft Auto series, one of the most popular and successful video game franchises of all time. The series is known for its open-world gameplay, immersive storytelling, and satirical humor.
GTA VI is set in a fictionalized version of Miami, Florida, and features a diverse cast of characters, vehicles, weapons, and activities. The game is expected to be released in 2025 for PC and consoles. You can watch the official trailer on YouTube.
According to a post on Reddit, an anonymous user with the handle name “gta6trailerleak” posted the GTA VI trailer on X social media platform, about 15 hours before the scheduled release by Rockstar Games.
The post was quickly deleted, but not before some users managed to download and re-upload the video on other platforms. The leaked trailer was identical to the official one, except for the fact that it had a lower image quality and a large “BUY $BTC” caption in the middle.
It is unclear who the leaker was and what their motivation was, but it seems that they were trying to promote Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, to the millions of GTA fans eagerly waiting for the trailer.
The leak caused a lot of excitement and confusion among the GTA community, as well as some frustration and disappointment. Some fans praised the leaker for giving them an early glimpse of the game, while others criticized them for spoiling the surprise and ruining the quality of the trailer.
Some fans also speculated that the leak was a marketing stunt by Rockstar Games or Bitcoin, but both parties denied any involvement. Rockstar Games responded to the leak by releasing the official trailer earlier than planned on their website and social media accounts.
The developer also apologized to the fans for the inconvenience and thanked them for their support.
The leak did not seem to have any significant impact on the Bitcoin price, which remained relatively stable in the past day. Bitcoin is currently trading at around $41,710, according to CoinMarketCap.
