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GTA VI Cover Art Appears Ahead of Pre-orders
Rockstar Games has revealed the cover art for Grand Theft Auto VI, which will be available for pre-order starting June 25, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The game is slated for a November 19, 2026 release. The article also touches on recent staff firings and ongoing legal cases related to alleged union-busting and leaking of confidential information.
Buy Grand Theft Auto VI
Rockstar Games has revealed details about Grand Theft Auto VI, set in Leonida and featuring protagonists Jason and Lucia. The game is published by Rockstar Games and developed by Rockstar Games, with Take-Two Interactive Software holding related trademarks. It will be available on Xbox Series X|S.
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.
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.
UK Tribunal allows fired Rockstar workers to bring blacklisting claims against the studio
A UK employment tribunal has allowed fired Rockstar workers, represented by the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain, to proceed with blacklisting claims against the studio. This ruling is a significant step in the legal dispute following the termination of over 30 employees last October, which the union has characterized as illegal union busting. The full trial is scheduled for September 2026, preceding the release of Grand Theft Auto VI.
PS5 Players Surprised With Free Upgrade of the Most Popular PS4 Game
Rockstar Games is offering a free upgrade for Grand Theft Auto V to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S for owners of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions. This allows players to experience the game on current-generation consoles and access the latest version of GTA Online. Grand Theft Auto VI is slated for release on November 19, 2026.
GTA 5 For PS5 And Xbox Series X|S Will Be Free For Last-Gen Owners This Week
Rockstar Games is offering a free upgrade for Grand Theft Auto V to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S for owners of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One digital versions, starting June 18. This offer precedes the release of Grand Theft Auto VI on November 19 and a new update for Grand Theft Auto Online in July. Grand Theft Auto V has sold over 230 million copies worldwide.
Rockstar suffers legal blow in union busting dispute as trial date set
A UK employment tribunal has ruled against Rockstar, allowing fired IWGB union workers to proceed with blacklisting claims against the studio. The final trial is scheduled from September 10 to October 15, 2026. Rockstar maintains the firings were due to employees leaking confidential information, while the workers allege they were dismissed for union activity.
Nintendo och Zelda-remaken vann tittarkampen under spelveckan
Nintendo's Direct presentation and the trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake garnered the most viewers during a recent gaming week featuring multiple events. The Nintendo Direct reached 3.8 million concurrent viewers, surpassing Summer Game Fest and PlayStation's State of Play. The Zelda trailer has accumulated 115 million YouTube views as of June 11th, making it the most-watched trailer from the period.
Nintedo och Zelda-remaken vann tittarkampen under spelveckan
Nintendo's recent Nintendo Direct presentation garnered the most viewers during the early June gaming showcase week, attracting 3.8 million concurrent viewers. The trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake also became the most-watched trailer, accumulating 115 million views on YouTube by June 11th.
GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 writer Dan Houser says "the most fun thing about the game isn't any rubbish we…
Former Rockstar Games writer Dan Houser believes the core strength of open-world titles like Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2 lies in their emergent systems and player freedom, rather than just the narrative. He emphasizes that player enjoyment, regardless of whether they complete the main story, is the ultimate measure of success for these games.
Asobo says “all the studios in the world” planning to avoid GTA VI release window
Asobo Studio, developer of A Plague Tale, has stated that many game studios worldwide are planning to avoid releasing their titles near the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI in November. Producer Sébastien Wloch indicated that publishers are strategically scheduling releases to not compete with the highly anticipated game.
Stellar Blade dev on bringing the game to Nintendo Switch 2, asked about bringing over Stellar Blade: Bloodrain
ShiftUp has announced that Stellar Blade will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, marking a significant step in their self-publishing ambitions. When asked about a potential Nintendo Switch 2 port for the follow-up Stellar Blade: Bloodrain, publishing head Edouard Akopcan humorously questioned if Grand Theft Auto VI could run on the console, indicating non-committal stance for now.
Japanese gamers reveal their favourite games and the answers might surprise you
A survey by Japanese magazine Famitsu revealed that RPGs dominate the preferences of Japanese gamers, with series like Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy being highly influential and desired. Nintendo was named the nation's favorite developer, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was a top pick for recommendations and replaying. The survey highlights a significant difference in gaming tastes compared to Western markets, with a strong emphasis on adventure and anime-style games in Japan.
Valor Mortis Delayed to October 13 to Avoid Crowded September 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Developer One More Level and publisher Lyrical Games have delayed their new game, Valor Mortis, from its original September 24 release date to October 13. This decision was made to avoid a crowded September 2026 release window, which includes major titles like Marvel's Wolverine and Silent Hill: Townfall. The delay aims to give the first-person action soulslike more breathing room in the market.
Valor Mortis delayed as September release calendar becomes too crowded
One More Level has delayed the release of Valor Mortis from September 24 to October 13 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The decision was made due to a crowded September release calendar and to incorporate feedback from the Steam demo. The studio aims to give the Napoleonic soulslike game more room to stand out and improve its quality before launch.
GTA 6 Release Date: Everything We Know So Far
Rockstar Games has announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The game will feature a criminal couple, Lucia and Jason, as protagonists in the state of Leonida, which includes a modern take on Vice City. The article also touches on the game's ambitious scope, potential for a GTA Online component, and its significant anticipation within the industry.
Respawn Monday #2: Marathon Season 2, Game Shows, and Darktide | Too Much Gaming — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The author discusses their experience with Marathon Season 2, noting both enjoyable gameplay and significant launch issues. The article also recaps the recent gaming showcases, including State of Play, Xbox Games Showcase, and Summer Game Fest, highlighting key game announcements and Xbox's renewed focus on console exclusivity for titles like Gears of War: E-Day.
PlayStation State of Play June 2026: What Actually Matters to Adult Gamers
Sony's June 2026 State of Play showcased numerous upcoming games for the PlayStation 5, with a focus on titles relevant to adult gamers. Highlights include Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, Moon Studios' No Rest for the Wicked, and Santa Monica Studio's God of War Laufey. The event also featured new looks at Stuntman: Hollywood, Dune: Awakening, and a packed release schedule for Fall 2026, culminating in the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI.
