GTA 6 news
Every GTA 6 story from the major game outlets this week, in a sentence or two, newest first. Each one links to the outlets that reported it. Leaks, rumors from leakers and story spoilers are left out.
27 stories from 11 outlets in the last 7 days · Times are Eastern · How the news desk works
Friday, Nov 13 12 stories
Players warn GTA 6 download codes may be visible through sealed boxes
A warning has gone viral days before launch about a possible security flaw. Players say download codes in sealed physical copies could be seen without opening the packaging.
Reported by Dexerto
Analysts see GTA 6 selling about 55 million copies by early next year
An Investor's Business Daily roundup of analyst reports points to a very large launch for GTA 6. BMO Capital Markets' Brian Pitz estimates 55 million copies sold by early next year, and the average selling price could reach $90.
Reported by Windows Central, GameSpot
Small GTA 6 update appears ahead of launch, possibly a day-one patch
A small new update for GTA 6 has been pushed out in recent days and may be the game's day-one patch. A separate Xbox console update was also released this week.
Reported by Pure Xbox
Take-Two chief calls Grand Theft Auto likely its most valuable property
A Take-Two executive said the Grand Theft Auto franchise is probably the company's most valuable intellectual property. The remark comes in the run-up to GTA 6's launch.
Reported by GamesRadar+
UK politician calls GTA 6 something to be proud of, 22 years after Hot Coffee
A UK politician said GTA 6 is something the country can be really proud of. The comment comes 22 years after the Hot Coffee controversy.
Reported by PC Gamer
Analyst says GTA 6 is among few games that can justify an $80 price
An analyst says GTA 6, priced from $80, is one of a small group of games that can support that price. The price is $20 above GTA 5's 2013 launch price.
Reported by GameSpot
GTA 6 will launch on November 19 without online multiplayer
GTA 6 arrives on PS5 on November 19, 2026, but its online multiplayer will not be available at launch. The online mode is due to follow at a later date.
Reported by Push Square, PC Gamer
870,000 UK players may wait a week or more to preload GTA 6
Experts warn that more than 870,000 UK gamers could spend a week or longer downloading the 212GB GTA 6 preload. Some households still average download speeds of only 2.8Mbps.
Reported by IGN
Rockstar shows teaser for Macca & Friends, an animated show inside GTA 6
Rockstar released a teaser trailer for Macca & Friends, an animated TV series that players can watch in GTA 6. It is set to air on the in-game Weazel TV channel starting November 19.
Reported by Push Square, IGN, GameSpot
PlayStation Korea's GTA 6 ad features K-pop stars
PlayStation Korea has made a localized GTA 6 advertisement featuring K-pop artists. It is part of Sony's worldwide marketing push around the game under the 'Plays Best on PS5' slogan.
Reported by Push Square
Take-Two's Zelnick doesn't rule out a GTA movie or TV series
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick said a Grand Theft Auto film or show could still happen. He added that the company is very selective about its partners.
Reported by GamesRadar+
UK broadband operator says it has prepared for the GTA 6 download surge
A UK broadband provider says GTA 6 has been on its radar for a long time as it braces for a spike in network load around launch. The report follows record pre-orders on PlayStation and Xbox stores.
Reported by Eurogamer
Thursday, Nov 12 4 stories
GTA 6's Burger Shot expands across Florida through Skinny Louie partnership
The in-game fast-food chain Burger Shot is opening new real-world locations across Florida starting this weekend. The expansion is a collaboration with Skinny Louie and features meals inspired by the game.
Reported by IGN
Palworld developer Pocketpair gives staff five days off for GTA 6 launch
Pocketpair, the studio behind Palworld, is giving employees five days off when GTA 6 launches on November 19. The company said the occasion deserves its full attention.
Reported by GamesRadar+
Rockstar's Rob Nelson details GTA 6 animation touches in Guardian interview
Rockstar's Rob Nelson told The Guardian about the game's attention to detail. One example is that the character Jason can eat a donut and drink a beer at the same time.
Reported by GameSpot
South Korea's ratings board was reportedly split before approving GTA 6
Korea's game ratings board reportedly divided on GTA 6's first classification vote, with some members favoring an Adults Only rating and others favoring refusal. The game went through three rating reviews.
Reported by Dexerto, Push Square, PC Gamer
Wednesday, Nov 11 3 stories
Rockstar open to setting a future GTA in a new city, possibly outside the US
Rockstar has indicated that a future Grand Theft Auto could move to a completely new city, potentially outside the United States.
GTA 6 Japanese version may differ, based on install size and rating notice
Eurogamer notes that the Japanese listing of GTA 6 shows a smaller install size and no strong sexual content warning. Those details suggest the game may be altered for the Japanese market.
Reported by Eurogamer
Logitech gives employees time off to play GTA 6 at launch
Instead of expecting sick calls around the GTA 6 release, Logitech is officially giving employees time off to play games.
Reported by Windows Central
Tuesday, Nov 10 6 stories
Take-Two says it is stepping up technical and legal measures against piracy
Take-Two's CEO said the company is strengthening its technical defenses and legal activity against piracy. The comments come amid concern over AI-assisted PC ports of games as GTA 6 nears release.
Reported by Rock Paper Shotgun
GTA 6 is the most pre-ordered game on both PlayStation Store and Xbox Store
PlayStation and Xbox each said GTA 6 is the most pre-ordered game in their digital store history. Xbox cited unprecedented demand and urged players to preload.
Reported by Game Informer
SAG-AFTRA backs Rockstar workers' union ahead of its recognition vote
The performers' union SAG-AFTRA has voiced support for the Rockstar Games Workers Union. A recognition vote runs from November 12 to 26 amid a legal dispute over the firing of 31 union members last year.
Reported by Rock Paper Shotgun, Eurogamer
GTA 6 preload is live on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S ahead of November 19 launch
Rockstar announced that preloading is now available on PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X and Series S. The download is very large, so players are advised to start early.
Reported by Game Informer
GTA 6 targets 30 FPS on all consoles; PS5 Pro adds sharper image and ray-traced shadows
Rockstar confirmed GTA 6 aims for 30 frames per second on PS5, PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X/S. The PS5 Pro version gets improved clarity and ray-traced shadows.
Reported by Game Informer
Rockstar: GTA 6 won't stream from Xbox to PC, but cloud play works on Xbox One
Rockstar clarified the game's cloud streaming options alongside its framerate and visual details. Streaming from an Xbox console to PC is not supported, while older Xbox One consoles can stream the game. Xbox consoles get cloud play at Series S settings.
Reported by Eurogamer
Monday, Nov 9 2 stories
Rockstar plans a GTA 6 launch festival in Miami with musical guests
Rockstar is reportedly hosting a launch festival for GTA 6 in Miami, featuring a lineup of well-known music acts. Miami is the real-world inspiration for the game's setting.
Reported by Eurogamer
Selfridges turns London store into GTA 6 shop with £2,500 varsity jacket
The London department store has remade its Oxford Street Corner Shop for GTA 6 and sells a clothing range, including a £2,500 exclusive varsity jacket. The items can also be bought online.
Reported by Eurogamer, Rock Paper Shotgun