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September 7, 2026

Games Inbox: When will GTA 6 be released on PC?

Grand Theft Auto 6 is anticipated to potentially release a PC version about six months after its console launch, possibly around May. Historically, GTA 4 had a seven-month gap for its PC version, while GTA 5 had a 19-month gap. The timeline for GTA 6 may be influenced by the launch of GTA Online 2. There are hopes that GTA 6 will feature innovative moral choices affecting gameplay, with complex character dynamics between protagonists Lucia and Jason. Microsoft has introduced a cap on streaming hours for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers to 15 hours per month and five hours for basic tier users, raising concerns about the viability of cloud gaming. Speculations suggest future consoles may include a high-end model priced around £1,200 and a more affordable streaming-only option. Consumer reactions reveal frustration over cloud gaming limitations and a commitment to physical game copies amid concerns about digital ownership. The potential role of artificial intelligence in gaming is also being discussed, with mixed opinions on its impact on non-player character dialogue.

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November 1, 2025

RX 6000 cards lose game-specific optimisations as AMD puts RDNA 1 and 2 in ‘maintenance mode’

AMD has launched the RX 9070 XT and RX 9060 XT, improving its consumer perception, especially compared to Nvidia's underperforming RTX 5070. However, AMD is facing backlash for transitioning RDNA 1 and 2 graphics cards to legacy support. The announcement indicated new game support for Radeon RX 7000 and 9000 series products, but concerns arose regarding the lack of support for RDNA 2, which could affect gaming handhelds. Consumer frustration has been evident on platforms like Reddit, where many questioned the decision to discontinue RDNA 2 support, particularly for GPUs like the 6700XT, 6800XT, and 6900XT. The absence of ongoing support may reduce the value of RDNA 2 cards for future builds, contrasting with Nvidia's continued support for its older RTX 20-series cards. This shift in AMD's support strategy raises concerns about the longevity of RDNA 1 and 2 cards in the evolving gaming landscape.