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There's no official GTA 6 headset quite yet, but the LucidSound LS500 gets pretty close with its funky Sunset…
While no official Grand Theft Auto 6 accessories have been released, PowerA's upcoming LucidSound LS500 wireless headset in 'Sunset Paradise' features a design reminiscent of Vice City. This headset, launching August 21 for PlayStation 5 players, boasts a pink and yellow palm tree motif. The headset offers custom-tuned 50mm audio drivers and a 70-hour battery life, with a wired alternative also available.
GTA 6 fans can't contain their excitement over the sound of a trunk closing in new 'It Happens on PS5' ad — 'We’re so desperate for GTA 6 marketing that a trunk closing sound is exciting'
Fans are expressing extreme excitement over a subtle trunk closing sound effect featured in a new PlayStation 5 advertisement that includes footage from Grand Theft Auto 6. The ad, part of Sony's 'It Happens on PS5' campaign, has generated significant discussion due to the perceived lack of new marketing material for the highly anticipated game. Grand Theft Auto 6 is scheduled to release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles.
Don't boycott Grand Theft Auto 6, say workers fired by Rockstar - buy a T-shirt to help fund the legal battle instead
Workers fired by Rockstar Games have requested that fans do not boycott Grand Theft Auto 6, but instead support their ongoing legal battle against the company through T-shirt sales. The Independent Workers Union of Great Britain is representing the 31 former employees who were dismissed for alleged gross misconduct. Take-Two Interactive's CEO, Strauss Zelnick, has expressed no concern about the legal dispute impacting Grand Theft Auto 6 sales.
Rather than calling for GTA 6 boycott, fired Rockstar workers urge players to support them in their legal battle against the studio by buying union merch
Former Rockstar Games employees involved in a legal dispute over their firings are asking players not to boycott Grand Theft Auto 6. Instead, they encourage support through the purchase of union merchandise to fund their legal battle against the company, which they accuse of union busting.
"Don’t boycott GTA 6," fired Rockstar devs say: "Support our legal battle instead" and "win justice for the people who helped make it"
Former Rockstar Games developers, let go last year, are urging fans not to boycott Grand Theft Auto 6. Instead, they are asking for support by purchasing t-shirts to fund their ongoing legal battle against the publisher, which alleges unlawful dismissal. The outcome of this case could set precedents for employee rights in the video game industry.
Sony launches new 'It Happens on PS5' ad featuring GTA 6, but it can't escape angry fans —…
Sony's new 'It Happens on PS5' ad, featuring Grand Theft Auto 6 and other upcoming titles, has been met with backlash from fans protesting the company's decision to end physical disc production in January 2028. Despite fan outcry and comments urging Sony to reconsider, CFO Lin Tao confirmed the company is proceeding cautiously with the decision. Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick cited the industry's shift to digital distribution as the reason for the change.
Four days off to play GTA 6 used to convince US army soldiers to re-enlist
A United States army battalion is reportedly offering soldiers four days off to play Grand Theft Auto 6 as an incentive for re-enlisting. The memo, allegedly from the 9th Brigade Engineer Battalion at Fort Stewart, Georgia, is signed by Lt. Col. Ryan D. Hodgson and aims to boost morale and retention. While skepticism exists regarding the memo's authenticity, details like the commander's name have been corroborated.
Do Not Boycott GTA 6, Fired Rockstar Workers Tell Fans: 'There’s a Better Way to Support Us and Hold Rockstar to Account'
Former Rockstar Games employees involved in a legal dispute have urged fans not to boycott Grand Theft Auto 6. They suggest that there are more effective ways to support them and hold Rockstar accountable for their actions.
Games Inbox: What is the best The Simpsons video game?
Readers discuss their favorite Simpsons video games, with a desire for retro collections including titles like Hit & Run and the arcade game. Other topics include the longevity of Fortnite, the future of the Halo franchise, the implications of digital-only consoles, and the state of Blizzard's game development.
Fired Rockstar Workers Ask Fans Not to Boycott Grand Theft Auto 6
Former Rockstar Games employees have released a video asking fans not to boycott Grand Theft Auto 6, but instead to support their legal battle against the company for alleged union-busting. The workers, who were fired in 2025, are selling solidarity T-shirts to fund their fight for justice and fair treatment, with the Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain advocating for union recognition at the studio.
US Army Battalion Reportedly Giving Soldiers Time Off to Play GTA 6 in Exchange for Reenlisting
A United States Army battalion is reportedly offering soldiers four days off to play Grand Theft Auto 6 upon its release if they choose to reenlist. This incentive is tied to the game's launch in November.
"Rockstar literally just spent over a billion dollars": Ori studio founder wants you to stop demanding 60 FPS on Xbox Series S just because GTA 6 can run on it
Moon Studios founder Thomas Mahler criticized players demanding 60 FPS on the Xbox Series S, using Grand Theft Auto 6 as a benchmark. He highlighted the vast difference in resources between Rockstar Games and smaller studios, emphasizing that GTA 6's performance is not a guaranteed standard for all games on the console. Mahler also pointed out the technical limitations of the Xbox Series S compared to PC hardware like the Steam Deck.
I'm modding GTA 5 every day until it becomes GTA 6 or breaks, starting with a new vehicle and enough missiles to…
A writer is undertaking a daily modding project for Grand Theft Auto 5 with the goal of transforming it into Grand Theft Auto 6 or until the game breaks. The first day focused on learning modding tools by installing a new vehicle, a Chinese surface-to-air missile system, and testing its destructive capabilities in Los Santos.
Official GTA 5 roleplay mod arrives in beta ahead of GTA 6 launch
Rockstar Games is launching an updated roleplay server for Grand Theft Auto V, called NoPixel 5, which will enter a closed beta on September 8 and be accessible through the Rockstar Games Launcher. This move suggests official roleplay support may be planned for Grand Theft Auto VI, potentially including user-generated content and monetization for its online mode. An extended preview of Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled to air on Netflix next week, which may reveal more details about its online component and potential PC release.
Steam Week in Review: Here are the 32 Steam games brave enough to release on GTA 6 day
Despite the massive launch of Grand Theft Auto 6, numerous other games are releasing on Steam on the same day, November 19. Titles like Lord of Undead, Parry Survivor, and Cute Country are among the 32 games scheduled for release, with Lord of Undead having the most pre-launch 'Follows' on Steam. The article also touches on top-grossing Steam games and notable chart movements for titles like Gears of War: E-Day and Halo: Campaign Evolved.
Games Inbox: Should Call Of Duty become free-to-play?
This collection of reader letters discusses various gaming topics, including the potential for Call of Duty to go free-to-play, skepticism about the Kingdom Hearts series, hopes for a FIFA rival from 2K, and the surprising success of Pokémon Pokopia. Other topics include the perceived 'Marvel curse' in games, the changing landscape of game reveals, and recommendations for PlayStation 5 accessories.
The Real Reason GTA 6’s Gameplay Reveal Is a Timed Netflix Exclusive
Rockstar Games is experimenting with a new distribution strategy for the Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay reveal by partnering with Netflix for an exclusive premiere six hours before its release on official channels. CEO Strauss Zelnick suggests this is a groundbreaking partnership, implying the reveal itself will be presented in a format suitable for Netflix, potentially incorporating documentary-like elements or a special presentation rather than a standard trailer. This move is seen as a strategic marketing effort to create an event around the reveal, leveraging Netflix's platform to build anticipation for the game's eventual release.
Mafia: The Old Country Studio President Says GTA Comparisons Are “an Internet Thing”
Hangar 13 president Nick Baynes stated that comparisons between the Mafia franchise and Grand Theft Auto are primarily an "internet thing" and do not influence the studio's development strategy. While acknowledging the similarities, Baynes emphasized that Mafia focuses more on narrative-driven experiences, contrasting with Grand Theft Auto's sandbox gameplay. The article also briefly touches on the "Man of Honor" DLC for Mafia: The Old Country, which was released in August 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
GTA 4 producer Leslie Benzies wanted NPCs "to have their own lives," former Rockstar lead says, but "it ended up being so problematic" and didn't "really matter that much"
Former Rockstar Games producer Leslie Benzies envisioned Grand Theft Auto 4's NPCs having individual lives and schedules, but technical lead Obbe Vermeij stated the feature was too problematic and ultimately didn't significantly enhance the player experience. Vermeij suggested that players are generally accepting of less complex NPC behavior and that realism isn't always the primary goal in game design.
Twenty Years On, These 3 PlayStation 2 Classics Are Still Flawless
This article revisits three highly-regarded PlayStation 2 titles from 2006: Final Fantasy 12, Okami, and Bully, arguing they remain flawless classics. It highlights Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age as the definitive version and notes the enduring quality of Okami's art style and Bully's unique setting and tone, despite initial controversies.
