GTA6 Hacked: Is the Game Under Threat from a Notorious Hacker?
After two years of being “incognito,” a notorious hacker has resurfaced, targeting the Queen Group (also known as Empress) with plans to release a crack for the highly anticipated GTA6 in April 2025. Although the game has not yet been officially released, the gaming community worldwide is already on high alert, akin to a “bomb threat” upon hearing the news.
If you haven’t encountered the Empress group before, they are known for being a prominent hacking team led by a 27-year-old hacker from Russia, recognized not just for their exceptional skills but also for their striking appearance, often described as “stunningly beautiful.” Operating under the alias “C000005,” she has previously collaborated with well-known groups like CODEX and CPY, successfully cracking major titles such as Red Dead Redemption 2, Resident Evil 8, Hogwarts Legacy, Monster Hunter: Rise, and Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla. Notably, Empress has the capability to crack games protected by Denuvo technology, a type of encryption regarded as the “bogeyman” among game cracking groups.
Empress gained fame in 2023 after several significant achievements. However, a recent announcement of a reappearance has made the entire gaming community “hold their breath.” Previously, Empress was not only recognized for her high-level technical skills but also for her “daring” personality, often publically confronting game publishers. A notable instance was when the group clashed with Warner Bros over the use of Denuvo in Hogwarts Legacy, after which their crack was successful just five days post-release.
Should GTA6 Be Concerned About This Hacker Group?
Despite ongoing controversies, many game developers are still wary of Empress due to their stated goal: “the ultimate target is not to crack the game but to defeat Denuvo’s encryption.” Although this encryption method is designed to protect intellectual property, many gamers criticize it for negatively impacting game performance, causing lag, crashes, and reduced frame rates, even on powerful setups.
While it may be controversial, Empress is still viewed as a “legend” in the game cracking community. Their frequent requests for contributions to continue cracking efforts suggest that the act of cracking games is merely a “hobby,” and if they receive sufficient support, they will escalate their activities further…
Looking ahead, the future of GTA6 is uncertain as it remains vulnerable to potential threats. Will this latest hacking attempt become the “next big hit” for Empress, or will Rockstar develop a countermeasure to thwart this new challenge? Only time will tell as we await answers in the future.
Source: Sohu
