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Rockstar accused of ignoring pay inequity, mandating crunch, and weaponizing bonuses
Multiple Rockstar Games developers, speaking anonymously through the Rockstar Game Workers Union, have accused the company of failing to address gender-based pay inequity, mandating crunch, and using bonuses to manipulate employees. The developers claim that compensation is inconsistent and often falls below market rates, with initiatives to address pay gaps being scrapped. The union is seeking voluntary recognition and has highlighted that crunch is normalized through UK worker contracts, with employees opting out of regulations.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Studio Accused of Encouraging Crunch, Ignoring Pay Inequity – Rumor
Members of the Rockstar Game Workers Union have accused Rockstar Games of encouraging crunch, ignoring pay inequity, and withholding bonuses. The union also highlighted a lack of transparency in pay structures and career progression. Employees have been informed they can opt out of the UK's Working Time Regulations, which Rockstar Games has incorporated into employment contracts to facilitate overtime.