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Technology / Fri, 28 Aug 2026 YouGov

Have the Grand Theft Auto VI leaks affected excitement among British gamers?

Overall, some 46% say they’re more keen on the game as a result of seeing the leaked content, while 49% say the leaks have made no difference. So, most gamers are unaware of the leaks – and those who have seen them are broadly positive or indifferent. 17% of the public – and two in five British gamers – are likely to purchase GTA VIWhen it comes to general purchase intention, 17% of the public say they plan to buy GTA VI. When we look at Britons who say they are fairly or very interested in video games, two in five (39%) say they intend to buy GTA VI. Among gamers, two in five say they are very or fairly likely to buy the game (39%).

Overall, some 46% say they’re more keen on the game as a result of seeing the leaked content, while 49% say the leaks have made no difference. Just 4% say their excitement has diminished. So, most gamers are unaware of the leaks – and those who have seen them are broadly positive or indifferent. It may not please Rockstar – who have lost control over a meticulously planned marketing campaign – but it may provide some small consolation.

17% of the public – and two in five British gamers – are likely to purchase GTA VI

When it comes to general purchase intention, 17% of the public say they plan to buy GTA VI. When we look at Britons who say they are fairly or very interested in video games, two in five (39%) say they intend to buy GTA VI. Among gamers, two in five say they are very or fairly likely to buy the game (39%).

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