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Rockstar reveals the Grand Theft Auto 6 box art, which is quite nice I suppose, and pre-order dates for the game
Rockstar Games has revealed the official box art for Grand Theft Auto 6, showcasing the game's dual protagonists Lucia and Jason, along with various elements hinting at the Vice City setting. Pre-orders for the game on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X will begin on June 25th, with a confirmed release date of November 19th.
Grand Theft Auto VI preorders live from June 25th
Rockstar Games has announced that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI will begin on June 25th for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The game's official cover art has also been revealed, though pricing details are still pending. Grand Theft Auto VI is set to launch on November 19th, 2026, returning players to Vice City with its first female protagonist, Lucia.
Rockstar confirms GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art, begging one question: what's the price?
Rockstar Games has confirmed that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 will begin on June 25 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. The cover art has also been revealed, and discussions around the game's potential price point, with speculation ranging from $80 to $120, are ongoing. A PC release date remains unannounced.
It's official: GTA 6 pre-orders will begin later this month
Rockstar Games has officially announced that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 will begin on June 25. The game will be available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with no PC launch date confirmed. While the release date is set for November 19, pricing details have not yet been revealed.
GTA 6 pre-orders open next week, Rockstar reveals cover art but still won't give us a price
Rockstar Games announced that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 will begin on Thursday, June 25, and also revealed the game's cover art. Pricing and special edition details are still pending.
New GTA 6 trailer officially reveals cover art — and it looks pretty great
Rockstar Games has released a new trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, showcasing the game's official cover art. The art features dual protagonists Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, along with imagery inspired by the Vice City setting. The trailer also revealed that pre-orders for the game will begin on June 25, 2026.
GTA 6 (Grand Theft Auto VI) – Official Cover Art Reveal Trailer
Rockstar Games has revealed the official cover art for Grand Theft Auto VI, featuring protagonists Jason and Lucia. Pre-orders for the highly anticipated title will begin on June 25th. The game is set in Vice City, USA, and will explore a conspiracy across the state of Leonida.
Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders open June 25, cover art revealed
Rockstar Games announced that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI will open on June 25, with the game launching on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The cover art for the highly anticipated title was also revealed.
GTA 6 PS5 Pre-Orders Open on 25th June, Cover Art Revealed
Rockstar Games has announced that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 on PlayStation 5 will begin on June 25th, 2026, with the game scheduled for release on November 19th, 2026. Pre-orders will be available both physically and digitally, and the cover art for the highly anticipated title has also been revealed.
As GTA Online readies for another large update, and GTA 6 approaches, Rockstar offers free upgrades to GTA 5 on PS5 and Xbox Series S/X
Rockstar Games is offering a free upgrade for Grand Theft Auto 5 from PlayStation 4 and Xbox One to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. This promotion coincides with the upcoming release of a new heist for Grand Theft Auto Online in July and ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6's launch. The upgraded versions of Grand Theft Auto 5 feature enhancements like 4K resolution, 60 FPS support, and faster loading times.
GTA 6 Preorders Begin June 25, Cover Art Revealed
Rockstar Games has announced that preorders for Grand Theft Auto 6 will begin on June 25. The official cover art for the highly anticipated game has also been revealed.
GTA 6 Cover Artwork Revealed, Pre-Orders Begin June 25
Rockstar Games has unveiled the official cover artwork for Grand Theft Auto 6. The company also announced that pre-orders for the highly anticipated title will commence on June 25.
GTA 6 hype has reached 'unprecedented' levels as one company schedules a temporary 'operational pause' for its release — and I can't tell if it's a joke
An automotive company, Burger Motorsports, has announced a temporary operational pause on November 19, 2026, the release date of Grand Theft Auto 6, due to employees taking time off. This move highlights the unprecedented hype surrounding the game, with the company humorously noting that services may be delayed until employees "return to reality" after exploring the game. Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive have reaffirmed the November 19 launch date.
So it begins – GTA 6 already has companies taking the day off for Rockstar's big release as "several" employees "will be unavailable, unreachable, and/or 'in Vice City'"
Burger Motorsports, an automotive company, has announced a company-wide closure on November 19, 2026, due to the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6. The company cited potential impacts on employee availability and described the game's launch as an "unprecedented cultural event."
This Business Is Observing a Day Off for GTA 6 Launch, and It Won't Be the Only One
Burger Motorsports, a US-based retailer, will be closing for the day on November 19, 2026, to allow employees to play Grand Theft Auto 6. The company cited numerous employee requests for time off as the reason for this "company-wide operational pause." It is speculated that other businesses may follow suit due to the anticipated impact of the game's release.
UK government pays civil servants to play GTA Online for research purposes
UK civil servants are being paid to play Grand Theft Auto Online as part of a government research experiment by the Department for Education's Policy Lab. The initiative aims to understand public 'lived experience' by observing players and interacting with them, though it has faced criticism for wasting taxpayer money. The experiment is ongoing despite political opposition and the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6.
UK employment tribunal denies Rockstar's request to have 'blacklisting' claims removed from upcoming trial
A UK employment tribunal has denied Rockstar Games' request to remove 'blacklisting' allegations from an upcoming trial brought by fired workers represented by the IWGB Game Workers union. The trial, set to begin September 10, will proceed with these claims, which stem from the dismissal of 34 staff in the UK and Canada for alleged gross misconduct. The IWGB accuses Rockstar of union-busting, while Rockstar claims confidential information was leaked.
Evening Reading - June 17, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming news items including the launch of Pokemon Champions on mobile, Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions' early access, and Epic Games' stance on generative AI in Unreal Engine 6. It also notes the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 5's first new heist in years and the porting of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 to PlayStation consoles.
Roadmaps and Plans
Rockstar Games is adding a new heist to Grand Theft Auto Online in July. Separately, a new idea for Unreal Engine 6 suggests that Fortnite skins could be usable across other Unreal Engine games and vice versa.
Evening Legal Briefs
A UK tribunal has allowed former Rockstar Games employees to proceed with their union busting allegations in court. This ruling represents a legal setback for the company regarding its labor practices.