In a quick move to plug a leak, Rockstar Games has deleted two backend title IDs for the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI from Sony's PlayStation Store database. The action came after a prominent dataminer revealed the IDs and crafty players exploited them to make GTA VI appear in their "Recently Played" lists, complete with fake playtime stats.
The Backend Discovery Sparks Hype
The saga began on March 1, 2026, when reliable PlayStation dataminer @PlaystationSize posted about two new title IDs popping up in the PS Store backend: PPSA01547_00 and PPSA29660_00. These codes, linked directly to Grand Theft Auto VI, fueled immediate speculation that pre-orders could launch any day, as they represent the foundational infrastructure Sony uses for game listings.
PlayStationSize even suggested it "feels like a logical step forward" toward official store pages going live. Fans went wild, with many predicting the most massive pre-order rush in gaming history.
Players Turn Leak into Viral Prank
Within days, tech-savvy GTA enthusiasts discovered an exploit using the leaked IDs. By inputting the codes, they could glitch GTA VI onto their PSN profiles, displaying it under "Recently Played" with placeholders like "Less than 1 hour played." Screenshots flooded X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit, showing the unreleased game nestled between titles like GTA V.
The glitch even worked on PS4 profiles, despite GTA VI being a next-gen exclusive, adding to the chaos. Dataminer @yAmethxst was among the first to demonstrate it publicly.
Rockstar's Swift Cleanup
Rockstar wasted no time. By March 4, the studio ordered Sony to "delist" both IDs, effectively scrubbing them from the database. Affected profiles were reset, wiping the fake GTA VI entries, and some reports mentioned account bans for abusers.
Reporters like @videotechuk_ confirmed the takedown, noting Rockstar's aversion to any premature visibility.
Fan Reactions: Excitement Mixed with Reassurance
The community buzzed with memes and hype, but trusted insiders calmed fears of delays. @thegta6hermit emphasized: "This has no impact on marketing and does not affect Rockstar’s timeline whatsoever." @GTAVI_Countdown echoed that launch marketing remains on track for summer.
Many joked about Rockstar treating GTA VI like a state secret, but the consensus is clear: November 19, 2026 release date holds firm.
What Does This Mean for GTA VI?
The IDs likely signaled internal prep for standard and possibly deluxe editions, but their early exposure forced a reset. It underscores Rockstar's legendary secrecy around the series, especially with GTA VI poised to shatter sales records.