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GTA 6 Online Could Be Released In Early 2027, Bank Says
Bank of America predicts that Grand Theft Auto 6's online component could launch in early 2027, potentially generating significant revenue for Take-Two Interactive. The bank maintains a 'buy' rating on Take-Two's stock, citing the strong potential of a new Grand Theft Auto Online. Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
If GTA 6 Beats Football On Thanksgiving, That’s A Win, EA Founder Says
EA founder Bing Gordon believes Grand Theft Auto 6 would be a success if it sells 75 million copies, a figure he derived from trailer viewership. He also suggested that playing GTA 6 over watching football on Thanksgiving would signify its cultural impact. Despite the lack of official sales data, projections indicate massive commercial success for the highly anticipated title.
New Hunger Games Movie Comes Out The Day After GTA 6, But Is The Director Scared?
The new Hunger Games movie, Sunrise on the Reaping, is set to release on November 20, the day after Grand Theft Auto 6's highly anticipated launch. Director Francis Lawrence expressed hope that audiences will find time for both, while industry analyst Mat Piscatella noted that many publishers are intentionally avoiding releasing games near GTA 6 due to fear of its impact.
Rockstar UK Staff Will Vote on IWGB Union Recognition as GTA 6 Launches
Rockstar Games staff in the UK will vote on union recognition for the Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain from November 12 to 26, coinciding with the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. The potential recognition deal covers pay, overtime, and AI policies, aiming to make the IWGB the largest union in the UK games industry. This vote is separate from an ongoing tribunal concerning the dismissal of 31 employees, which the union alleges was union-busting.
Rockstar Games workers to vote on unionization right as Grand Theft Auto VI launches
Rockstar Games employees are set to vote on union recognition next month, a move that comes amid ongoing legal battles over alleged union busting. This vote coincides with the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto VI, with the company's workers aiming to gain a stronger voice on issues like pay, overtime, and job security.
BioShock movie director confirms they're "still working on it" but says its world and story is a…
Director Francis Lawrence stated that the BioShock movie adaptation is still in development at Netflix, though it faces challenges due to the game's complex world and recent leadership changes at the streaming service. While progress is being made, the project's future remains uncertain amidst these hurdles.
EA Has A New Plan For Madden, And It Leans Into Everything The Company Gets Wrong
Electronic Arts is planning a new 'social-first open-world experience' for its American Football games, tentatively called Project Gridiron, which aims to emulate NBA 2K's successful 'The City' mode. However, the article argues that EA's history of lacking patience, authentic voice, and community goodwill, coupled with its aggressive monetization strategies, makes it unlikely to succeed where NBA 2K has thrived. The piece highlights EA's past failures with similar modes and its tendency to abandon features, suggesting Project Gridiron is set up for disappointment.
GTA 6 Is Almost Here: Trade in Your Old Console and Save on an Upgrade at PayMore
Retailer PayMore is offering trade-in deals on older consoles to encourage upgrades, likely in anticipation of major upcoming game releases such as Grand Theft Auto 6. The promotion aims to capitalize on consumer interest in new hardware for anticipated blockbuster titles.
"Releasing GTA 3 was cathartic," reflects its art director: "We were a young team, relatively…
Rockstar North art director Aaron Garbut reflects on the development of Grand Theft Auto 3, highlighting the team's ambition to transition the series to 3D and the technical challenges overcome. A Dreamcast tech demo was crucial in convincing Sam Houser to pursue the vision, leading to the creation of a living, breathing Liberty City that set the foundation for future Rockstar titles.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for September 2026 – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Wave makes the top 5
Circana has released the top-selling video games in the U.S. for September 2026, with Marvel's Wolverine taking the top spot. New releases like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Onimusha: Way of the Sword debuted at #4 and #7 respectively. The report also details the overall best-selling games of 2026 so far, led by NBA 2K27.
GTA 6 – 15 More Details You Won’t Want to Miss (Part 4)
Rockstar Games continues to reveal details about Grand Theft Auto 6, with the latest information focusing on in-game audio features like personal music playback via phones and on-demand podcasts. The article also touches on the game's radio stations, celebrity voice actors, the development process, character nuances, and the political landscape of the game's setting.
GTA 6 Might Give America A Very Expensive Sick Day
An economics professor projects that approximately 1.5 million Americans may call in sick on November 19 to play Grand Theft Auto 6, potentially costing the US economy around $1 billion. This economic impact is framed as money simply changing hands from the public to publisher Take-Two Interactive. The article notes a precedent with Grand Theft Auto 5's launch, highlighting the significant cultural moment these releases represent.
GTA 6 could cost the US economy $1 billion due to an estimated 1.5 million workers calling in sick, economist says
An economist projects that the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6 could result in a $1 billion economic loss for the US due to an estimated 1.5 million workers calling in sick. The technology sector is expected to be the most affected, with the majority of absent workers being men aged 18 to 30. However, the report acknowledges that the revenue generated by the game's sales will likely offset this short-term dip in productivity.
1.5 million people planning a sick day for GTA 6 in the US alone
An analyst has calculated that approximately 1.5 million people in the US alone plan to take a "sick day" to play Grand Theft Auto 6 upon its release, potentially costing businesses up to $1 billion in lost productivity. The study, conducted by Professor José García Montalvo, highlights the significant economic impact of major game launches, with men aged 18-30 and technology workers being the most likely to take time off. This phenomenon echoes the impact of Grand Theft Auto 5's release, while Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive anticipate massive revenue from Grand Theft Auto 6.
PlayStation Boss: “Creativity Is For Humans, Not AI”
Sony's Hiroki Totoki and Take-Two's Strauss Zelnick shared their views on AI in game development, with Totoki stating that creativity remains a human domain. Zelnick suggested that while AI itself won't replace developers, those who don't adopt AI might be replaced. Both companies are utilizing AI in their workflows, though Grand Theft Auto 6 will not feature AI.
Netflix’s Push Into Gaming Continues To Fall Short
New data indicates Netflix's gaming initiatives are significantly underperforming, with only 3.5% of subscribers playing games monthly, falling short of their 2026 target. Despite efforts to increase engagement through tie-in and commissioned titles, and even hosting the Grand Theft Auto VI trailer, the company's gaming division has struggled to gain traction.
‘If Hits Are Unexpected, Datasets Aren’t Gonna Get You There’ — Take-Two Interactive and Sony Bosses Say That AI Cannot Replace Human Creativity
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick and Sony President Hiroki Totoki stated that artificial intelligence cannot replace human creativity in the entertainment industry. While acknowledging AI's potential as a tool within production pipelines, they emphasized that it is not a substitute for human ingenuity.
This LA Noire Spinoff Idea Sounds Incredible
Actor Rahul Kohli has proposed an exciting concept for a new L.A. Noire game, suggesting a spinoff that would allow players to investigate crimes across different historical periods, such as Victorian England or the 1980s. Kohli expressed admiration for the original game's facial-capture technology and engine, hoping a new installment would retain these elements.
What GTA 6 coverage keeps getting wrong - Reader's Feature
This reader's feature criticizes the current coverage of Grand Theft Auto 6, arguing that much of it is speculative rather than based on official information from Rockstar Games. The author emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between confirmed facts, such as release dates and platforms, and unverified rumors or fan-made calculations regarding map size and frame rates.
All The Records GTA 6 Will Break, We Think
Grand Theft Auto 6 is poised to break numerous sales records upon its November 19 release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Building on the immense success of Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption II, analysts project record-breaking revenue and preorder numbers, potentially exceeding $2 billion based on early estimates. Despite Take-Two Interactive's cautious approach to disclosing preorder figures, the game's higher price point and the enduring popularity of the franchise suggest unprecedented commercial success.
