Grand Theft Auto
News, coverage and analysis tracking Grand Theft Auto across the outlets.
New Steam Controller does a Wilhelm scream if you drop itValve's new Steam Controller features an unexpected Easter egg: it emits the Wilhelm scream sound effect when dropped. This is achieved through the controller's haptic motors, as it lacks a built-in speaker. The article also touches on delays for the Steam Machine and VR headset due to a memory crisis.- Snabbkollen – Vilka GTA har du spelat?This article discusses the Grand Theft Auto series, asking readers which installments they have played ahead of the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI release. It lists the original release dates and player engagement percentages for each main title in the franchise.
- GTA 6 fans impatient for news are going too far with misdirected angerFans eagerly awaiting Grand Theft Auto 6 are exhibiting increasingly aggressive behavior online, harassing individuals and outlets unrelated to the game's development. This includes interviewer Reece Reilly and his wife, as well as the comments sections of gaming publications that tease new content. The article criticizes this behavior, urging fans to remain patient and respectful as the game's November 19 release date approaches for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
NTE: Neverness to Everness Review – Paranormal GTANTE: Neverness to Everness offers a unique urban fantasy setting with engaging paranormal activities and a surprisingly intriguing story premise. While the combat is solid and the world is visually appealing, some characters and dialogue can be grating, and the open-world elements lack the depth of titles like Grand Theft Auto. The game's use of potential AI-generated art and inconsistent lip-syncing are noted drawbacks, but its unique activities and solid combat make it worth considering.
5 Things Gamers Can Do When They Only Have 5 MinutesThis guide offers five ways gamers can enjoy short breaks, focusing on activities that fit into five-minute windows. Suggestions include playing mobile games, watching short gaming clips, listening to music, checking daily rewards and in-game events, and engaging in small creative tasks related to games. The article emphasizes that gaming can be integrated into busy schedules through these quick entertainment options.- Evening InterviewsTake-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick discusses various topics including BioShock, game pricing, and the Grand Theft Auto franchise. The interview also touches upon a disappearing NFL deal and Rebellion's involvement in the industry.
Take-Two says their primary console platforms remain Xbox and PlayStationTake-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that the company's primary console platforms are the Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. While Take-Two has supported the Nintendo Switch, Zelnick indicated it is not their main platform for AAA releases, citing properties like the Grand Theft Auto series. He also mentioned that Borderlands 4 will be fully addressed from a consumer perspective before being brought to more platforms.
Windrose can put excessive strain on storage drives and write more than 100 GB of data per hourThe pirate-themed RPG survival game Windrose is reportedly causing excessive strain on storage drives, writing over 100 GB of data per hour due to an inefficient save system. Developer Kraken Express has released a patch to optimize disk usage, significantly reducing write speeds. Players are advised to update the game to version 0.10.0.4.268.
AI Won't Allow 16-Year-Old In A Garage To Make Battlefield 7 Or GTA 7, EA CEO SaysElectronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson believes that while AI will automate simple quality assurance tasks, it will not enable small, independent developers to create AAA titles like Battlefield or Grand Theft Auto anytime soon. He also stated that AI advancements will lead to short-term job losses but long-term net gains in employment within the industry.
GTA Jet Griefer Fails Spectacularly in Viral Crash Video | HappyGamerA viral video captures a Grand Theft Auto player's spectacular jet crash while attempting to grief other players, highlighting the game's community dynamics and the role of user-generated content. The incident serves as a humorous example of karma within the game's chaotic environment and raises questions about how griefing mechanics will evolve in future titles like Grand Theft Auto VI.
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 BillionsDan 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 ABSURDAVERSEAbsurd 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.
How AI Is Transforming Gaming Content Creation in 2026AI tools are now widely adopted by 86% of gaming content creators, primarily for behind-the-scenes tasks like editing, audio cleanup, and SEO, saving significant time. However, consumer trust in AI-generated content has plummeted, creating a tension where AI is useful for creators but potentially harmful to audience engagement if it replaces the human element. The most successful creators are leveraging AI to enhance efficiency while maintaining authenticity and their unique personality in front of the camera.
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain says good level designers shouldn't "assume anything the player is going to do in…Fallout co-creator Tim Cain emphasized that non-linear game design requires developers to avoid assumptions about player actions, such as expecting them to interact with NPCs in a specific order. He highlighted games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for their freedom, contrasting them with the more restrictive mission design sometimes found in Rockstar Games' titles like Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption.
Crimson Desert’s Success Reveals the Importance of Imperfections in GamingCrimson Desert has surpassed five million copies sold, highlighting the appeal of imperfections in game design. Despite technical marvels, the game's unevenness and ambitious, sometimes unpolished, features contribute to its unique appeal. This success suggests that the triple-A industry could benefit from taking more risks and embracing a less focus-tested, more 'vibe-based' approach to development.- From killer monkeys to minigun babies, the funniest cheat codes in gaming, everThis article discusses some of the funniest and most memorable cheat codes in gaming history, ranging from the chaotic angry pedestrian mode in Grand Theft Auto to explosive secrets in Tomb Raider 2. It also highlights unique cheat codes in Age of Empires, Turok, Sonic 3D Blast, Mortal Kombat, and Star Wars Jedi Knight 2, reminiscing about a golden age of harmless and humorous in-game modifications.
Rockstar Games Faces Hacker Deadline as Data Breach Threat LoomsHacker group ShinyHunters claims to have accessed Rockstar Games' internal data via a compromised third-party service, threatening to leak it by April 14. This incident highlights the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by major game studios, with previous breaches at companies like CD Projekt Red, Capcom, and Nvidia serving as precedents. The outcome of this threat could impact ongoing development and industry security practices.
After Johnny Cage, Karl Urban Wants To Play Another Famous John In A Video Game MovieActor Karl Urban, who will play Johnny Cage in the upcoming Street Fighter movie, expressed his desire to portray John Marston in a potential Red Dead Redemption film or TV adaptation. Urban cited Red Dead Redemption as one of his favorite games and mentioned his past role in the Doom movie. The article also touches on Take-Two Interactive's cautious approach to licensing its intellectual properties for adaptations, citing past successes and failures.- Samson Has One Thing That GTA Doesn’t: ConsequencesThe game Samson, described as a budget Grand Theft Auto clone, offers a deeper sense of consequence due to its roguelike-inspired structure. This contrasts with Rockstar's crime narratives, which lack similar repercussions for player actions.
"Fantasy-style GTA" open-world game reportedly canceled after 2 years of work at NexonNexon has reportedly canceled its unannounced open-world fantasy game, codenamed Project EL, after approximately two years of development. The game was described as a "fantasy-style GTA" and was being developed by a team led by director Shim Ki-hoon. This cancellation comes shortly after Patrick Söderlund was appointed as Nexon's executive chairman.