Grand Theft Auto 6
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Tokyo Game Show 2026 celebrated the past, and an uncertain AI future | Opinion
Tokyo Game Show 2026 focused heavily on remakes and existing intellectual property, with a less prominent presence of free-to-play and mobile titles compared to previous years. The event also highlighted the growing influence and controversy surrounding generative AI in game development, alongside a burgeoning trend of transmedia strategies and indie publisher investments.
Buy GTA 6 from O2 for just 5p a day even if you're not a subscriber
O2 is offering a special installment plan for Grand Theft Auto 6, allowing customers to pay as little as 4.6p per day after an initial £20 deposit. This offer is available to everyone, not just O2 subscribers, and applies to the standard edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S with 0% interest. Other games like Marvel's Wolverine, EA Sports FC 27, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 also have pre-order options through O2.
Ahead of GTA 6, Rockstar warn modders against against making unofficial main story expansions, unauthorised ports and mods that combine GTA maps
Rockstar Games has updated its modding guidelines, explicitly warning against creating unofficial main story expansions, unauthorized ports, and mods that combine maps from different Grand Theft Auto titles. These new rules, which apply to all Rockstar games but are seen as preparation for Grand Theft Auto 6, aim to protect the company's intellectual property and official continuity.
Ahead of GTA 6, Rockstar releases modding guidelines that axe new missions, maps, ports, and more: "Respect our…
Rockstar Games has released new, highly restrictive modding guidelines ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6's release, which prohibit expanding official storylines, combining assets between titles, and porting games to unauthorized platforms. These changes have drawn significant criticism from the modding community, who compare the new rules unfavorably to Nintendo's policies.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – September 20, 2026 – Metaphor: ReFantazio for Nintendo Switch 2 makes first appearance
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from September 2-8, shows Metaphor: ReFantazio for Nintendo Switch 2 making its debut. Pokemon Winds and Waves leads the list, followed by Persona 6 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Games Inbox: Will GTA 6 have a co-op mode?
Readers discuss potential co-op modes for Grand Theft Auto 6, the merits of physical game ownership for PlayStation 5, and the success of video game adaptations in film. Other topics include Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake features, Tim Sweeney's forest purchases, and budget-friendly Nintendo Switch puzzle games.
First 5-day Tokyo Game Show in 30 years cuts back to 4 in face of Typhoon Dujuan
The final day of the Tokyo Game Show was canceled due to the approach of Typhoon Dujuan, shortening the event from its planned five days to four. Organizers cited concerns over strong winds, rain, and transportation disruptions, prioritizing attendee safety. The cancellation impacts exhibitors and attendees, with refunds being issued for Monday's tickets.
Clash Royale Refusinf to Nerf Hog Rider Despite Pushback
Supercell has stated that the Hog Rider card in Clash Royale will not be nerfed, despite repeated requests from both casual players and professionals. The developers consider it a 'baseline balance card' essential for maintaining the game's fast pace. Instead of nerfing the Hog Rider, Supercell plans to adjust other supporting cards to create better defensive strategies and encourage new meta-game approaches.
Evidence of canceled Grand Theft Auto 5 Liberty City and 'Agent Trevor' DLC, plus early version of GTA6's…
A significant data leak from Rockstar Games has revealed source code for Grand Theft Auto 5, details of canceled single-player DLC including a Liberty City expansion and 'Agent Trevor' missions, and an early version of the Grand Theft Auto 6 map. The leaked data appears to originate from the 2022 Lapsus hack. Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated for release on November 19, initially on consoles, with no PC release date announced.
CyberLeek Claims It Is Preparing To Release The Entire GTA 6 Build
A leaker known as CyberLeek claims to be preparing to release the full build of Grand Theft Auto 6. This follows previous reports of fake leaks and chaos surrounding the leaker's identity.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Features a “Dynamic Score” and “The Next Evolution of In-Game Radio”
Rockstar Games has announced details about the music in Grand Theft Auto 6, including a "dynamic score" and an "evolution of in-game radio." The official soundtrack, featuring various artists, will also be released. The game is set to launch on November 19th for Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5.
I have huge respect for fans protesting the PS5 no disc policy on social media - Reader's Feature
A reader expresses strong disapproval of Sony's move towards an all-digital future for the PlayStation 5, criticizing the lack of physical disc support and potential price increases. The author praises fans for their persistent and creative protests on social media, which have effectively made Sony's social channels unusable.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is apparently a super heavyweight 200GB installation: 'We need to overcome the hardware…
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed in a VGC interview that the upcoming JRPG is expected to have a 200GB installation size. Hamaguchi stated that the team needs to overcome hardware limitations to deliver the game's content, acknowledging the significant storage requirement which is larger than previous entries in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy.
The Blood of Dawnwalker, one of the year's top RPGs, was made on a budget of $40 million much like Kingdom Come:…
The Blood of Dawnwalker, a new vampire RPG from Rebel Wolves led by Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, was developed with a $40 million budget funded by NetEase and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game has sold over 1 million copies and received an 84 on Metacritic, positioning it as a successful example of the growing AA games market.
'The PC platform is becoming more and more important,' Take-Two chief says, as we continue to wonder when…
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that the PC platform is becoming increasingly important for the company, despite Grand Theft Auto 6 launching as a console exclusive. The article highlights the perceived contradiction in statements about PC's market share versus its current exclusion from GTA 6's initial release, suggesting 'double-dipping' as a potential reason. Grand Theft Auto 5 Online will continue to be supported.
New 200GB GTA 5 leak suggests Rockstar Games scrapped a massive Liberty City DLC, and reportedly includes very early GTA 6 work
A massive 192GB leak of Grand Theft Auto 5's source code has emerged, suggesting Rockstar Games had planned and then scrapped a substantial Liberty City DLC. The leak also reportedly contains very early development files for Grand Theft Auto 6, alongside cut content from Grand Theft Auto 5 and information about a cancelled 'Agent Trevor' DLC.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Mode Won't Launch Until 2027
Twitch CEO Dan Clancy stated that the multiplayer component for Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected to launch in 2027, a year after the single-player release. This staggered release strategy mirrors Grand Theft Auto 5 and aims to maximize media attention and player engagement for both the base game and its online counterpart.
"I would 100% prioritize [GTA], and now I don't have to": Ex-Nintendo marketing lead says "thank god" the Zelda Ocarina of Time remake is dodging GTA 6, because even she'd pick Rockstar
A former Nintendo marketing lead, Krysta Yang, praised the decision to launch The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on November 5, two weeks before Grand Theft Auto 6's November 19 release. Yang believes this strategic spacing allows players to enjoy the shorter Zelda title before diving into Rockstar's highly anticipated blockbuster, a move she sees as smart for both Nintendo and players.
Cheapest deals on Silent Hill: Townfall, Control Resonant and EA Sports FC 27
This article rounds up the best deals for upcoming September game releases, including Silent Hill: Townfall, Control Resonant, and EA Sports FC 27. It highlights discounts on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch versions from retailers like Currys and Amazon.
A Lot Of People Are Seemingly Taking Time Off Work To Play GTA 6. Are You?
Human resources company BambooHR has reported a 9-17% increase in paid time off requests for November 19, the launch day of Grand Theft Auto 6, compared to historical averages. While not definitively linking the requests to the game, the data shows a consistent trend, suggesting many players may be taking time off work to play the highly anticipated title.
