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Rockstar Co-Founder Dan Houser Says There’s No Right Way to Play an Open-World Game
Absurd Ventures co-founders Dan Houser and Lazlow discussed the creation of open-world video games during a panel at the 2026 Tribeca Festival. Houser shared his perspective that there is no single correct method for playing an open-world title.
"Anyone run into Assassin's Creed?": GTA 6 maker Rockstar has faced many challengers over the years, Take-Two CEO says, but there's "zero evidence" AI will make them better
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick stated there is "zero evidence" that artificial intelligence will enable competitors to create games as successful as Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto series. Zelnick emphasized that creativity and talent, rather than technology, are the key drivers of success in game development. He acknowledged that while others have tried to replicate GTA's success, including former Rockstar employees, they have not yet achieved it, and Take-Two aims to continue attracting top creative talent.
GTA 6 was meant to launch this week – but can it ever live up to the hype?
Grand Theft Auto 6, originally slated for a May 26 release before delays, is now set for November 19. The immense anticipation surrounding the title, coupled with the record-breaking success of Grand Theft Auto 5, places significant pressure on Rockstar Games to deliver. Industry experts and publishers are keenly watching, with its release potentially impacting PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S sales and the broader gaming landscape, especially concerning live service models and the studio's first title without co-founder Dan Houser.
Tribeca Festival 2026 Reveals Games Lineup and Special Events
Tribeca Festival has announced its 2026 games program, featuring 12 official selections, world premieres, and special events focused on storytelling and sound design. The games gallery will be open to the public from June 10-14 at Pier 57 with free playable demos. Special events include discussions with Remedy's Mikael Kasurinen and Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser.
Netflix Is A Joke Festival 2026: 10 shows to check out — MP3s & NPCs
The Netflix Is A Joke Festival is returning to Los Angeles from May 4 to May 10, featuring a wide array of comedy shows. Highlights include a 40th-anniversary celebration of Pee Wee's Playhouse, a world premiere screening of animated shorts from Absurdaverse, and a reunion of the cast of Married... with Children.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Dan Houser is launching a new TV show and game franchise called 'Absurdaverse,' featuring new quests and characters. The article also mentions a collaboration between Dead Island 2 and Quarantine Zone, and touches on the possibility of a Bloodborne movie.
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 Billions
Dan 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 ABSURDAVERSE
Absurd 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.
A character model datamined from Grand Theft Auto 5's source code 'could actually be Agent's protagonist', according to online sleuth
A dataminer has reportedly found a character model within Grand Theft Auto 5's source code that may belong to Rockstar Games' cancelled title, Agent. The model, found in a folder named 'Jimmy' (Agent's codename) and dated to June 2009, shows similarities to Grand Theft Auto 4's protagonist, Niko Bellic, and was likely developed at Rockstar North.
2 years after the GTA 5 source code leak, fans think they've found the protagonist of Rockstar's canceled PS3…
Fans are analyzing the Grand Theft Auto 5 source code leak from late 2023, believing they may have found character models from Rockstar's canceled PlayStation 3 title, Agent. While some initial findings were debunked, the discovery of any remnants of the unreleased Cold War spy game is generating excitement within the community.
It's A Shame Rockstar Won't Make A Red Dead Movie, Jack Black Says
Actor Jack Black expressed his desire for a Red Dead Redemption movie, stating that Rockstar's games are highly cinematic and would translate well to film. He even humorously called out Rockstar founders Dan and Sam Houser, despite Dan Houser having left the company.
GTA 6 release date and time, delay, trailers, and latest news
Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated for release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a PC version expected by the end of 2027. The game will feature a staggered midnight release across time zones. Pricing details reveal a Standard Edition at $79.99 and an Ultimate Edition at $99.99, including various in-game bonuses. Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive have also provided updates on trailers, story details, and development, emphasizing their stance against generative AI in game creation.
