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Former GTA lead Dan Houser's new "AAA story-driven open world video game" and animated series unveils its main cast, featuring stars of 30 Rock and Billions
Dan Houser, co-founder of Rockstar Games and former narrative lead on Grand Theft Auto, has revealed details about his new studio Absurd Ventures and its upcoming AAA story-driven open-world video game and animated series, collectively dubbed Absurdaverse. The project's main cast, featuring comedians from shows like 30 Rock and Billions, has been unveiled ahead of further announcements at the Netflix Is A Joke festival.
RACHEL DRATCH, DAN SODER, ARI MATTI AMONG ENSEMBLE OF COMEDY TALENT JOINING DAN HOUSER’S ABSURDAVERSE
Absurd Ventures, founded by Dan Houser, has announced the first wave of voice talent for its upcoming interconnected comedy satire universe, the ABSURDAVERSE. The projects include an animated series and an open-world video game. Voice actors such as Rachel Dratch, Dan Soder, and Ari Matti are attached, with initial animated shorts set to screen at the Netflix Is A Joke Festival.
'If AI were to take anyone's job, wouldn't it take Elon Musk's job? The richest guy on Earth?' — Take-Two CEO says AI won't get rid of jobs, but allow artists to do 'higher quality work' instead
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick believes artificial intelligence will enhance, not replace, creative jobs in game development, allowing artists to focus on higher-quality work. He humorously suggested that if AI were to take any job, it would be Elon Musk's, given Musk's deep involvement and resources in AI. Zelnick also dismissed the notion that AI could independently create a hit game like Grand Theft Auto 6, emphasizing that tools assist but do not guarantee success.
MindsEye Devs Demand Answers Regarding Corporate Surveillance Issue
Employees of Build A Rocket Boy, represented by the IWGB Game Workers Union, are taking legal action against the company for installing surveillance software on their devices without consent. The union is demanding transparency regarding the data collected and its usage, while the company's leadership, including Leslie Benzies and Mark Gerhard, has accused former employees of corporate espionage related to the game MindsEye's poor launch.
GTA VI Content Drop Coming Within Month, Claims Insider Source
An insider source claims Rockstar Games will release new content for Grand Theft Auto VI within a month, showcasing visuals that surpass current AI-generated images. This rumor comes amid a prolonged period of silence from Rockstar since the game's initial trailer, fueling community speculation and anticipation. The timing aligns with potential marketing ramp-ups by parent company Take-Two Interactive ahead of their next earnings call.
Cybersecurity expert turns cybercriminal, pleading guilty to 'conspiracy to deploy ransomware'
Three former cybersecurity professionals have pleaded guilty to deploying Blackcat/ALPHV ransomware, extorting victims for over $1.2 million in Bitcoin. One individual, while working as a ransomware negotiator, leaked confidential victim information to the attackers. The BlackCat/ALPHV group is reportedly defunct due to increased law enforcement efforts.
Two weeks after laying off AI team, GTA 6 boss says we must embrace the technology
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has expressed a shifting stance on artificial intelligence, recently stating that new AI tools are exciting for the company's business, despite previously laying off its AI team. While Zelnick claims generative AI has played "zero part" in Grand Theft Auto 6's creation, he believes the technology will ultimately be beneficial for the industry by automating mundane tasks.
Rumored Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Won't Be On Xbox Game Pass: Everything We Know About Call Of Duty 2026
Rumors suggest the next Call of Duty game, potentially titled Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, will not be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch in late 2026. Developed by Infinity Ward, the game is expected to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with potential story elements involving North and South Korea. Microsoft has confirmed that new Call of Duty titles will not be day-one releases on Game Pass, though they may arrive later.
Viral Tweet Claims Indian Developers Lead GTA 6 Development
A viral social media post claims that a majority of developers working on Grand Theft Auto 6 are Indian, sparking discussions about the global nature of AAA game development. While Rockstar Games has not confirmed these details, the claim highlights the increasing international collaboration and diverse talent pools being utilized in modern game creation.
Is Fortnite Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAG
Data suggests Fortnite's reputation for toxicity is more nuanced than commonly perceived, with lower rates of identity-based harassment compared to other competitive shooters. While age-driven trash talk and skill-gap frustration are prevalent, especially in modes like Ranked, Epic Games has implemented moderation tools and default communication settings to mitigate harm, particularly for younger players.
Meet the dev who quit Rockstar Games during GTA 6 fever to make his own game, a single-player MMO-like where you tank…
Oren Koren, a former developer at Rockstar Games, has released his solo-developed game, Don't Lose Aggro, a single-player action game designed to emulate the tanking experience of MMOs. The game, which launched on Steam, features roguelike progression and NPC companions to simulate party dynamics. Koren aims to fill a perceived gap in the market for dedicated tanking roles in games.
GTA VI Gets Official Release Date: November 19, 2026
Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will be released on November 19, 2026. This announcement comes seven months before launch, ending a 13-year gap since the previous mainline entry, Grand Theft Auto V. The release date was revealed during The Game Awards, with anticipation high despite some fan concerns about development timelines and the pressure to meet expectations.
Desperate GTA fans are using ChatGPT to generate fake, AI slop GTA 6 screenshots
Some Grand Theft Auto fans are using ChatGPT to create fake screenshots of the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6, which is set to release in November. The author expresses frustration with this trend, viewing it as contributing to the generative AI epidemic and disrespecting the developers' work.
Take-Two CEO says if AI replaces anyone, it should be Elon Musk after his claim GTA 6 could come from gen-AI before Rockstar: "The richest guy on Earth, wouldn't that be job number one for AI to take?"
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick responded to Elon Musk's claims about generative AI creating Grand Theft Auto 6 before Rockstar Games. Zelnick suggested that if AI were to replace anyone's job, it should be Musk's, questioning why the billionaire is still busy if AI is so capable. He also stated that AI can assist in game development but is not revolutionizing or replacing the intense work required for titles like Grand Theft Auto 6.
GTA 6 Company Boss Says AI Can Be Used For Evil, But "Woe Is Me" Risk Is Overblown
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick believes the 'woe is me' narrative surrounding AI's impact on employment is overblown, while acknowledging its potential for misuse. He suggests AI will primarily serve as a tool to enhance productivity and creativity in game development, allowing employees to focus on more engaging tasks rather than leading to mass layoffs. Zelnick cited Elon Musk's continued busy schedule despite extensive AI use as evidence that AI does not eliminate human jobs.
New GTA 6 leak draws massive fan reaction as Rockstar stays silent
A recent leak regarding Grand Theft Auto VI has generated significant fan reaction and engagement on social media, highlighting the intense anticipation for Rockstar Games' next title. Despite the widespread discussion fueled by unverified information, Rockstar Games remains silent, a strategy that contrasts with other major studios but has proven effective for them due to the continued success of Grand Theft Auto V.
This wildly ambitious total conversion mod for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas lets you explore the setting of 2003's…
A new total conversion mod for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, titled GTA: Carcer City, has been released after 13 years of development. This mod replaces the original map with Carcer City, inspired by the setting of Rockstar's 2003 game Manhunt, and introduces a new storyline with a dark, immersive tone. A demo version is currently available for PC.
Dedicated nature watchers are combing every millisecond of GTA 6 trailer footage to exhaustively catalogue all of its…
Fans are meticulously analyzing Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer footage to identify and catalogue all confirmed animal species. This community effort, spearheaded by users like PauloJz on GTAForums, involves detailed research and speculation about the wildlife present in the game's Vice City setting. The analysis includes identifying species, their real-world counterparts, and their potential in-game behavior.
GTA 6 Fans Count Down 217 Days to Rockstar’s Next Big Reveal
Dedicated Grand Theft Auto 6 fan accounts are maintaining community hype through daily countdowns and analysis of any available information, effectively managing the game's marketing cycle for Rockstar Games. This fan-driven anticipation highlights the cultural phenomenon of the franchise and the intense competition in the open-world genre, with analysts suggesting a major reveal may occur at an upcoming gaming event.
Jason Hits Fortnite Before GTA 6, and Gamers Can’t Stop Memeing About It
Epic Games has added a Jason Voorhees character to Fortnite, sparking widespread discussion and memes comparing the timely content release to the prolonged wait for Grand Theft Auto VI. While Fortnite continues to refresh its battle royale experience with new collaborations, Rockstar Games maintains a slow-burn approach to marketing Grand Theft Auto VI, leading to fan frustration and a popular meme format highlighting what has been released before the highly anticipated sequel.
