Xbox Free Play Days returns this weekend with Grand Theft Auto Online and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 free for all Xbox members, while Game Pass subscribers can try Crisol: Theater of Idols, Planet Zoo: Console Edition, and Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports. The event runs from July 14 through July 21 depending on the title, with no subscription required for the two headliners.
The highly anticipated GTA 4 remaster has left fans and one notable figure puzzled over its conspicuous absence: Roman Bellic's actor, Pavel Dilya, expresses his bewilderment. Despite rumors and leaks, there's been no official word from Rockstar Games. Fans are left wondering if the remaster is still in development or if it has been silently shelved.
Rockstar Games announces the Kortz Center Heist for Grand Theft Auto Online, set to release on July 14. This new heist challenges players to steal artworks from a museum, aided by an art studio for forgeries and the option to display loot in their mansion. Players can tackle the heist solo or with a crew of up to three others.
Grand Theft Auto 6 preloading is set to commence ahead of its launch, with distinct details for digital and physical copies outlined. Players can expect a seamless start with preloading, though physical copy owners face a wait. Learn when and how to prepare for the gaming event of the year.
Grand Theft Auto 6's planned release on November 19, with no advance review copies, may disrupt The Game Awards 2026 nominations. As the runaway favorite for Game of the Year, its late review access could lead to underrepresentation in nominations, potentially causing chaos in the awards' voting process. This strategy, including controlled review events, aims to prevent leaks but may impact its recognition at the awards.
Tech experts from Digital Foundry cast doubt on rumored 60fps mode for GTA 6 on current-gen consoles, citing the game's high detail and simulation demands. GTA 6's world complexity is compared to Dragon's Dogma 2 and Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting the challenge. The game is set to release on November 19, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X, and Series S, with no physical disc copy available.
GTA 6 is shattering pre-order expectations with record-breaking demand on Xbox, according to Microsoft. This unprecedented interest underscores the highly anticipated return of the GTA series. Players can expect the game to launch on Xbox, PS5, and PC.
Grand Theft Auto 6's impending release is overshadowed by the gaming industry's mounting issues, including console price hikes, layoffs, and contentious ownership models. Xbox Series X's new $800 price tag and GTA 6's $80 code-in-a-box physical edition exemplify the growing affordability crisis. The industry's sustainability is under scrutiny as Bungie's layoffs and the costly Steam Machine highlight the challenges ahead.
Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are being scalped on eBay for over $90, despite Rockstar's digital release plan. The game's standard edition is priced at $80, with no disc release planned, only a physical edition containing a download code. Fans are still opting for inflated eBay prices, even with direct digital pre-orders available.
Grand Theft Auto 6's announced online release date has split the gaming community, with some eager for the multiplayer experience and others frustrated by the delayed single-player campaign access. The game's developer, Rockstar Games, has not commented on the division. Fans await clarification on the online mode's features.
