Grand Theft Auto 5
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The Sunday Papers
This article presents a surreal journey through a supermarket, encountering various gaming-related articles and discussions. It touches upon "The Blood of Dawnwalker," a sports business scandal involving Steve Ballmer and the NBA, a review of "The Blood of Dawnwalker's" stealth mechanics, and a guide on hosting LAN parties. The narrative blends fictional encounters with commentary on real-world gaming and business topics.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 11: Tokyo Game Show sales begin
PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo are offering various digital game sales, with PlayStation and Xbox kicking off their Tokyo Game Show promotions. Deals include titles like Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Resident Evil Requiem, with PlayStation Plus members receiving additional free games. Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale begins tomorrow.
Modder adds 235 destructible Flock cameras to GTA 5 so you can 'do whatever the flock you want' to them
A new mod for Grand Theft Auto 5 adds 235 destructible Flock cameras to the game world, allowing players to interact with and destroy them. The mod, called GTALPR, also features functional cameras that photograph the player and alert law enforcement, mirroring real-world surveillance systems. The modder criticizes Flock as a 'scourge on America' due to its extensive surveillance network.
$2 billion later, I'm not convinced GTA 6 will do more for me than a PS2 and San Andreas
Despite the immense hype for Grand Theft Auto 6, the author questions if its evolved sandbox formula will offer more than classic titles like Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas on the PlayStation 2. The article suggests that due to concerns about digital ownership and Sony's move away from physical media, revisiting older games on original hardware might be a more satisfying and even a form of protest.
Grand Theft Auto 6 is already an official Guinness World Record holder, and it's expected to break even more records at launch — 'GTA 6’s release is a really global phenomenon in a way that few things are'
Grand Theft Auto 6 has already set a Guinness World Record for the most-viewed game trailer in 24 hours, accumulating 475 million views. Rockstar Games is expected to break more records at launch, with the game scheduled for release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. The article also notes Grand Theft Auto 5's sales and Twitch viewership records.
GTA 6 online mode appears to receive Rockstar's first public acknowledgment, via mention of in-development "32 player format" in legal docs
Rockstar Games has indirectly acknowledged an online mode for Grand Theft Auto 6, mentioning a "32 player format" in legal documents related to a lawsuit over the firing of 34 developers. The documents suggest this confidential information was leaked by former employees, which the company cites as justification for their dismissal. The article also touches on the potential for controversial elements from Grand Theft Auto 5's online mode to return.
Exclusive: 'Jason seems quite deadpan and monotone' — Former GTA dev says he wants to see more personality from the GTA 6 protagonist, since Rockstar 'usually gives us characters who are funny and have their own flair'
Former Rockstar Games developer Mike York expressed concerns about Grand Theft Auto 6 protagonist Jason's 'deadpan and monotone' personality, comparing him unfavorably to characters like Grand Theft Auto 4's Niko Bellic. He hopes Jason will exhibit more flair and personality, suggesting that co-protagonist Lucia's livelier demeanor will help balance the characters.
"I don't think it's worth any amount of money" - Controversial real-life GTA 6 advertising campaign passed by City of Miami, but brand can only appear "discreetly"
The City of Miami Beach has approved negotiations for a marketing campaign for Grand Theft Auto 6, potentially bringing in millions of dollars. The deal faced controversy due to the game's violent nature, with some commissioners arguing against associating the city's brand with it. The campaign plans to feature "discreet" advertisements on beach chairs and umbrellas, avoiding major events and city property.
A GTA 5 modder has just transformed Los Santos into the ultimate surveillance state
A Grand Theft Auto 5 modder named WTTDOTM has created a new mod that transforms Los Santos into a surveillance state by adding 235 Automatic Licence Plate Readers (ALPRs). This mod, inspired by real-world privacy concerns surrounding ALPRs, adds gameplay challenges like triggering police chases and offers features for photography and speedrunning destruction challenges.
'The modern workplace runs on fear ... today we are fighting fear': Fired Grand Theft Auto 6 dev calls out Rockstar in impassioned pre-trial speech
A final workplace tribunal hearing has begun for 31 former Rockstar Games employees fired in October 2025, with the Independent Workers of Great Britain union alleging union busting. Former programmer Rachel Crawford delivered a powerful speech about the fear-driven workplace culture at Rockstar, urging attendees to fight for better industry standards. The union and employees are seeking fair compensation or reinstatement, and are not calling for a boycott of the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6.
Arthur Morgan's illness in Red Dead Redemption 2 is so convincing partly because actor Roger Clark caught "a lot of colds" during the game's 5-year recording process
Actor Roger Clark revealed that he intentionally recorded dialogue for Arthur Morgan's illness in Red Dead Redemption 2 while suffering from real colds, contributing to the authenticity of the character's coughing fits. This commitment to method acting over a five-year recording process enhanced the immersive performance.
Steam achievements for multiple upcoming and unannounced games have leaked — and it's an ugly situation for…
Steam achievements for numerous upcoming and unannounced games, including Control Resonant, Kingdom Hearts 4, and Persona 6, have reportedly leaked via the third-party site Exophase. This incident, following a large prototype leak, highlights significant data security concerns for Valve and the Steam platform, creating a minefield of potential spoilers for consumers.
Valheim – De svenska vikingarna seglar ut på nytt
Valheim, the survival game with a Viking theme developed by Iron Gate Studio, has officially launched version 1.0 after five years in early access. The game, which achieved massive popularity shortly after its 2021 early access release, is praised for its accessible yet deep gameplay, cooperative focus, and inspiration from titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Despite some criticism for slow development, the studio has maintained a passion-driven approach, culminating in the release of the final biome, Deep North.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced debuts in Top 5 for PC and console revenue in July | Newzoo Charts
July's game revenue charts, particularly for PC and consoles, were dominated by remakes and rereleases, with Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 performing strongly. Newzoo analyst Mert Şahin highlighted the commercial potential of established titles and different strategies for managing back catalogs, from substantial remakes to straightforward ports. Palworld also saw success after leaving early access.
Games Inbox: What will be in the Zelda Direct today?
Readers discuss their expectations for upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations, particularly a Zelda-themed one, speculating on potential announcements like remakes of Ocarina of Time and Super Metroid, alongside new IPs and DLC. There's also commentary on the success of lower-budget games, the potential impact of Grand Theft Auto 6's release, and a positive review of a Star Fox 64 remake.
GTA 5 left Rockstar feeling "slightly nervous" about Red Dead Redemption 2 as devs worried fans "were going to be bored" by only having one protagonist to play as
Rockstar Games developers expressed nervousness about Red Dead Redemption 2's single protagonist after the success of Grand Theft Auto 5's three-protagonist system, fearing players would be bored. Rockstar North co-lead Rob Nelson revealed that the team questioned if players would want to switch between gang members in Red Dead Redemption 2, a concern that influenced the decision to explore a duo protagonist approach for Grand Theft Auto 6.
GTA 6 boss says "there will always be things to satirize," but Rockstar has to "be careful about what we pick" because after 11 years of development "it could be gone, it could change, it could be dated"
Rockstar North co-lead Rob Nelson discussed the challenges of developing Grand Theft Auto 6, which has been in progress since 2015. He explained that the long development cycles require careful selection of satirical elements to ensure they remain relevant upon release, as ideas can become dated over time.
UK software sales chart for the week ending September 5, 2026 – Onimusha, Orbitals debut
The UK software sales chart for the week ending September 5, 2026, shows Onimusha: Way of the Sword debuting at #2 with 87% of sales on PlayStation 5. The Nintendo Switch exclusive Orbitals launched at #3. The Blood of Dawnwalker took the top spot.
Games Inbox: When will GTA 6 be released on PC?
Readers discuss the potential PC release date for Grand Theft Auto 6, with speculation centering around a six-month delay after the console launch. Other topics include the potential for moral choices in the game, concerns over Microsoft's cloud gaming limitations, and a critique of the industry's shift towards digital-only and away from physical media.
GTA 6 Lets You Carry 2 Concealed Handguns and 2 Long Guns, With NPCs Reacting Accordingly
Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature more realistic NPC reactions to player armament, with characters responding to visible weapons. Rockstar North co-studio director Rob Nelson explained that unlike in Grand Theft Auto 5, NPCs will react to players carrying visible long guns. The game launches November 19th on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5.
