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January 27, 2026

GTA 6 To Thwart Leakers with Digital-Only Launch

Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive have terminated employees suspected of leaking information about Grand Theft Auto VI to protect the game's integrity. Reports indicate that GTA VI will launch as a digital-only title to reduce leak risks associated with retail access, with a physical edition expected to follow shortly after. The digital release is scheduled for November 19, 2026, and the physical version may be available in time for the holiday season, likely just a few weeks later.

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December 10, 2025

The predecessor to one of Xbox’s biggest new games is getting delisted from a popular PC gaming store — you have less than a week to get it

GOG announced that two games, Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey and The Outer Worlds, will be removed from its catalog on December 15. Both titles were published by Private Division, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive. The 2023 Spacer's Choice Edition of The Outer Worlds will also be delisted on the same date. These games will still be available on other platforms, including Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox, and PlayStation consoles. Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey is currently priced at .99, while The Outer Worlds is priced at .99, and the Spacer's Choice Edition is at its full MSRP of .99. The reasons for the delistings are unclear, but they may be related to the sale of Private Division.

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November 23, 2025

Mafia: The Old Country’s Free Ride update is out now, replacing its empty open world with an extremely basic one

The Mafia series is known for its linear storytelling, with Mafia: The Old Country emphasizing this aspect while introducing a Free Ride update that enhances player experience by replacing the previous Explore mode. This update offers meaningful activities and hidden secrets, rewarding players with new vehicles, weapons, charms, and outfits. Additional features include a photo mode, a black-and-white Cinema Siciliano mode, a default Sicilian language setting, a Classic difficulty mode, and first-person driving. Despite critiques of the game's predictability, it has been successful, as noted by Take-Two Interactive's CEO, who indicated that the game's structure and pricing have produced favorable results.

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November 18, 2025

GTA 6 may not have a PC release yet, but the games industry is heading towards PC dominance, believes publisher’s CEO

Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, believes the gaming industry is shifting towards PC dominance while still valuing console gaming for its unique experience. He noted the importance of flexibility and accessibility in gaming. Zelnick commented on Valve's Steam Machine, which merges console and PC gaming, indicating a trend towards integrated experiences. He also highlighted the growth of mobile gaming, predicting a 10 percent increase in Take-Two's mobile business in the upcoming quarter. Many publishers are adopting a multi-platform strategy, with PlayStation releasing exclusive titles on PC, which has proven profitable. Zelnick mentioned that while there is anticipation for GTA 6, the PC version's release remains uncertain, as it can represent up to 40 percent of total sales for multiplatform games.

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November 18, 2025

Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick says gaming is ‘moving towards PC’ as the industry shifts away from closed systems, but we still don’t have a GTA 6 announcement

PC gaming is experiencing a resurgence, moving away from the belief that it is dying, as players seek more open and versatile experiences. Take-Two Interactive's CEO, Strauss Zelnick, noted a trend towards PC gaming and the evolution of consoles. The introduction of the Steam Machine, a device that resembles a console but functions as a low-spec gaming PC, raises questions about the future of dedicated gaming consoles. Xbox chief Phil Spencer acknowledged this shift, indicating a potential dilemma for Microsoft regarding the appeal of Xbox consoles if players can access Xbox titles on Steam Machines. Pricing will play a crucial role in consumer decisions about the Steam Machine. Additionally, the anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 has not yet been confirmed for PC, highlighting complexities within the gaming industry.

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November 11, 2025

Grand Theft Auto 5 has now sold an incredible 220 million copies

Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 is set for release on November 19, 2026, despite previous delays. He highlighted that Grand Theft Auto 5 has sold over 220 million copies since its 2013 launch, with approximately 20 million copies sold in the past year alone. Zelnick emphasized the company's philosophy of releasing games only when they are ready and the importance of early marketing efforts. Additionally, Rockstar Games recently faced criticism for dismissing over 30 employees linked to a Discord server focused on labor organization, citing "gross misconduct" and leaking confidential information. This incident has been criticized by the Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain as a significant act of union busting.

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November 10, 2025

GTA 6 PC release could take years, might not arrive until 2028

Rockstar Games has announced that the console versions of GTA 6 will be released on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. There is currently no confirmed release date for the PC version, which may not arrive until as late as 2028. Historical patterns suggest that previous games like GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 experienced significant delays before their PC releases, leading analysts to predict a potential 2028 launch for GTA 6 on PC, with some hoping for late 2027. The delay is attributed to the complexities of PC development and a strategic decision to maximize revenue from console sales first.

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November 7, 2025

It finally felt like GTA 6 was in reach, but it just got delayed again and now it’s more than a year away

Rockstar Games has postponed the release of GTA 6 from May 26, 2025, to November 19, 2026. This marks the second significant delay for the game, which is highly anticipated by fans. In a social media post, Rockstar expressed regret over the delay, stating that the extra time will allow for a more polished game. Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, emphasized the importance of delivering a quality product and expressed confidence in the new release date, which aligns with a favorable fiscal year.

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November 7, 2025

Well, PC gamers, time to make peace with the fact that we probably won’t be playing GTA 6 until, like, 2028 unless we cave in and buy the console version

Take-Two Interactive announced that the release window for Grand Theft Auto 6 has been postponed from May to November 2026. The company did not provide a release date for the PC version of the game, which has been in development since 2022. There is a strong belief in the gaming community that a PC release will follow, given the success of GTA Online, which has consistently ranked among the top 100 most-played games on Steam for a decade.

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November 6, 2025

Veteran game developer Scott Miller explains why it took 3D Realms so long to get PC gaming’s most ambitious but ultimately flawed sci-fi FPS game over the line: ‘Let’s just put all our eggs into the Duke Nukem basket’

In 2006, the sci-fi first-person shooter Prey was released after an 11-year development cycle but has since faded from prominence. The game featured a Native American protagonist abducted by aliens and included innovative gameplay mechanics such as portals and anti-gravity walkways. Initially developed by a team that showcased a demo at E3 in 1998, the project faced numerous challenges, including engine issues and funding problems, leading to its temporary halt. The publisher GT Interactive invested 0,000 into the game, but it was later revived with the help of Gathering of Developers and Human Head Studios. Despite its creative elements, the game was released under constraints imposed by Take-Two Interactive, which limited its potential. The original portal gun concept from the 1998 demo was not included in the final product. As of 2025, Prey is not available on digital storefronts due to rights complications after being acquired by ZeniMax Media in 2009, making access difficult for new players.