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GTA 6 Preloading: Start Date And What To Know About Digital And Physical Copies
Rockstar Games has provided details on the preloading schedule for Grand Theft Auto 6, which launches on November 19. Digital preorders will allow players to preload the game starting November 12, with physical copies also available on the same date to support early installation. The file size has not yet been disclosed, but is expected to be substantial.
GTA 6 shown mercy by indie dev who previously planned to "humiliate Rockstar" by releasing their open-world…
Indie developer Molleindustria has moved up the release date of its open-world game 'Future? No Thanks!' to July 22, avoiding a direct clash with Grand Theft Auto 6's November release. Initially planning to 'humiliate Rockstar,' the developer cited concerns about over-polishing and economic forecasts as reasons for the change.
Rockstar have stayed mum on GTA 6 multiplayer, but they might be hedging their bets with a new GTA Online heist that boasts a "unique new level of replayability"
Rockstar Games has announced a new heist for Grand Theft Auto Online, titled The Kortz Center Heist, launching on July 14th. This new mission features increased replayability with multiple art targets and escape routes. The article speculates this focus on replayability might be a strategic move by Rockstar in anticipation of Grand Theft Auto 6's multiplayer component.
'I honestly think the next step is a gameplay trailer' — GTA 6 fans are expecting an update from Rockstar Games next month, if not the long-awaited trailer 3
Fans are anticipating a new update or gameplay trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 around Take-Two Interactive's upcoming financial report on August 7. Despite the game's November 19 release date, official gameplay footage has yet to be shown, leading to speculation about when Rockstar Games will initiate its marketing push. The report's unusual timing before market open has further fueled fan expectations for significant news.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 star begs Rockstar Games to "make me a cowboy" as fans urge the studio to cast him…
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 actor Luke Dale has publicly expressed his desire to join Rockstar Games' next cowboy adventure, specifically pleading for a role in Red Dead Redemption 3. Fans have echoed his sentiment, urging Rockstar to consider him for the highly anticipated title, which remains unconfirmed but widely expected.
GTA Online is getting its first big heist update in 6 years next week with The Kortz Center Heist
Rockstar Games is releasing The Kortz Center Heist, the first major heist update for Grand Theft Auto Online in six years, on July 14. This update, playable solo or with up to four players, introduces a new art museum heist and allows players to establish an art studio property. The update also includes new vehicles, upgrades, and weekly rotating paintings to steal, with GTA+ subscribers receiving the Grotti Veleno GT early.
GTA Online's Next Big Update, the Kortz Center Heist, Releases Next Week, and Fans Have Already Spotted a Few Rockstar-Related Easter Eggs
Grand Theft Auto Online's next major update, The Kortz Center Heist, is scheduled for release next week. Players have already begun discovering Rockstar-related Easter eggs within the game's content.
GTA Online’s Next Big Heist, The First Since 2020, Is Coming Soon And It Looks Great
Rockstar Games is releasing a new heist for Grand Theft Auto Online titled The Kortz Center Heist on July 14, which is the first major heist added since 2020. This update includes new art-stealing missions, an Art Studio property, new vehicles, and upgrade options. The article also briefly mentions Grand Theft Auto 6, which is set to release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
GTA 6 needs a driver’s licence to play in Australia and the UK could be the same
Australia's age verification laws may require players to use a driver's license to play Grand Theft Auto 6, a policy that could also be implemented in the UK. Rockstar Games must comply with these regulations or face significant fines. While an official age rating is pending, a PlayStation email indicated an M rating in the US, suggesting an 18 rating in the UK and R18 in Australia.
GTA Online: The Kortz Center Heist gets mid-July release date
Rockstar Games has announced that the next major Grand Theft Auto Online content update, The Kortz Center Heist, will be released on July 14, 2026, for all platforms. This update focuses on art forgery and theft, allowing players to undertake a new score solo or with up to three other players.
GTA 6 Fans Are Getting Excited Again For A Date In August, As Take-Two Makes A Notable Change
Fans are speculating about new Grand Theft Auto 6 information following a change in Take-Two Interactive's quarterly earnings report schedule to August 7. Take-Two, the parent company of Rockstar Games, will release its report before the market opens, with a conference call at 8 AM ET. This timing, combined with Take-Two's previous statements about beginning the marketing campaign for Grand Theft Auto 6 this summer, has fueled excitement for potential announcements.
GTA 6 faces potential $35 million fine if Rockstar doesn't comply with online safety laws that mean Australians…
Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto 6 may face potential fines of up to $35 million in Australia if it does not comply with the country's online safety laws requiring age verification for adult-rated content. Similar to Grand Theft Auto 5, the upcoming title is expected to receive an M or 18+ rating, necessitating ID checks for access, particularly for its online component. Failure to implement these measures could result in significant penalties under Australian legislation.
A risk-averse video game industry is failing marginalized developers
The video game industry is criticized for being risk-averse, leading to difficulties for marginalized developers like Nazih Fares and his team behind the satirical card game 'The Arab League of Misfits.' Despite positive feedback, their game is deemed too risky by potential funders due to its Arab identity and heritage focus. This trend is exacerbated by industry-wide struggles, layoffs, and a preference for safe, licensed IPs over supporting new voices.
"A hammer blow for games retail" - Experts weigh in on PlayStation's discless future, and the impact it will have on traditional game stores
Sony will cease large-scale production of new physical game discs in January 2028, a move industry experts are calling a "hammer blow" to the already struggling physical game retail market. This decision significantly impacts brick-and-mortar stores and the pre-owned games market, as physical copies lose their resale value and collectability. Experts suggest retailers will need to innovate with digital sales in-store to survive.
MindsEye developers protest against a fan event their own studio is hosting
Developers at Build a Rocket Boy are planning to protest an upcoming on-site playtest event for their game MindsEye, citing recent layoffs and concerns over labor practices. The Independent Workers Union of Great Britain is supporting the protest, which highlights the studio's spending on fan events while allegedly mistreating its workforce.
Terrible GTA Trilogy remasters were actually enjoyed by "a lot of people," says studio boss who "agreed…
Thomas Williamson, CEO of Grove Street Games, acknowledges the poor reception of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition but claims many players still enjoyed it. He suggests that while he agreed with most criticisms, the development team's perspective on the release and its response differed. Williamson also expressed dissatisfaction with Rockstar Games removing Grove Street Games from the title screens in updates.
GTA Trilogy remaster boss understands fan anger but says 'a lot of people were playing them and really enjoying…
Grove Street Games CEO Thomas Williamson acknowledged the widespread criticism of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition's buggy launch, agreeing with most reactions. However, he noted that internal metrics indicated many players still enjoyed the game. Williamson also suggested that a truly perfect remaster would ideally be developed in-house by Rockstar Games.
Evening Postmortems/Retrospectives
Grove Street Games, the developer behind the Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Definitive Edition, has acknowledged that fan criticisms regarding the remaster's quality were valid. However, the studio also stated that the disastrous launch was not solely attributable to the remaster itself, implying other contributing factors.
Games Inbox: Will Sony do a U-turn on PS5 discs?
Readers discuss Sony's potential shift to digital-only for the PlayStation 5, with speculation that Rockstar Games' desire for full profits from Grand Theft Auto 6 might be a factor. The article also touches on layoffs at id Software and the business strategies of Microsoft and Xbox, questioning their long-term viability.
Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Studio Boss Acknowledges Issues, Says Players Still Enjoyed It
Thomas Williamson, CEO of Grove Street Games, acknowledged the widespread criticism and bugs affecting Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition. While admitting the release had issues, he stated internal metrics showed many players enjoyed the remastered titles. Williamson also suggested that a truly perfect redux would require direct involvement from Rockstar Games.
