In brief, week of September 21, 2026

Former Rockstar developer Jeremy Hartwick believes a GTA 6 port for Switch 2 would require changes to the game’s physics, memory and thermal management.

Humalike is offering a FiveM resource for GTA 5 role-play, with AI NPCs described as able to talk and remember interactions. Infinity Area reports that Poland's Strefa RP server is already using it and that Humalike claims more than 300,000 player exchanges.

Game Informer’s issue 382, featuring its GTA 6 cover story, will reach subscribers and hit bookstores and newsstands in the coming weeks.

A Reddit user says they spotted a landscaping flatbed truck in GTA 6's Extended Look. The equipment on its bed could be a stand-on or zero-turn mower, according to the post.

GeeksLands reports that Game Informer’s GTA 6 cover story will run 14 pages.

GTABoom reports that the 2026 Golden Joystick Awards are scheduled for November 11, eight days before GTA 6 launches. The outlet says the timing rules the game out of this year's awards.

Kohen Avocats reports that E.Leclerc's GTA 6 preorder guarantee would match the lowest price displayed before release.

The Vice City Collection box measures 19 × 13.5 × 12.5 inches (48.26 × 34.29 × 31.75 cm).

Tech4Gamers estimates Take-Two’s market capitalization fell from about $43.6 billion in late August to about $37.7 billion, a drop of nearly $6 billion.

KitGuru reports that preorders for the GTA VI Vice City Collection are open in North America and Europe.

E.Leclerc says GTA 6 PS5 preorders sold and shipped by the retailer are charged at the lowest price between the order date and dispatch. Limited-time offers and promotional bundles are excluded.

E.Leclerc's GTA 6 pre-order has a price guarantee: if the listed price falls before launch, the order price is adjusted down, while a rise leaves it unchanged.

Checkpoint Gaming reports that Rockstar's site says Vice City Collection preorder details will follow in Asia, Latin America and Australia.

The GTAVIoclock podcast says Rockstar reminded everyone who provided voice work for GTA 6 to honor their NDAs. It says they may announce their involvement on November 19, 2026.

Shares in Take-Two, which publishes GTA 6 through Rockstar Games, closed at $201.44 on Sept. 25, compared with $233 on Aug. 27. That is a roughly 13.5% decline between the two closes.

A r/GTA6 user points out that the bird at 8:20 in the Extended Look glides for a second before flapping its wings.

iXBT reports that Blacksmith Master, Hooded Horse's game about running a medieval blacksmith shop, is scheduled for full release on November 19, 2026, the same day as GTA 6. Hooded Horse CEO Tim Bender said, “The GTA release will absolutely not affect the Blacksmith Master release.”

Jérémy Hartvick reportedly worked on GTA 6 as a Rockstar open-world designer from 2017 to 2020.

Game Rant reports that GTA 6 will be ineligible for the 2026 Golden Joystick Awards: its November 19 release falls eight days after the ceremony and beyond the eligibility window.

Some eBay listings for GTA 6's Collector's Edition asked more than $1,500 while Rockstar was still taking preorders for $399.99.

La Crème du Gaming reports that Phil Hooker told The New York Times GTA 6 should feel the same during missions and free exploration.

Cults3D lists an unofficial Macca the Gator model as two STL files, one for the figure and one for its base. The page recommends a roughly 16 cm print and uses the site's open-pricing system.

RockstarActu reports that Game Informer's GTA 6 preview is due to include interviews with Aaron Garbut, Rupert Humphries, Paul MacPherson, Owen Shepherd and Michael Kane.

A r/GTA6 user points out a scar on Jason, more visible on Game Informer’s cover art than in the Extended Look.

Neoteo reports that Travis Scott tagged Rockstar Games in a September 15, 2026 post about returning to gaming. His role in GTA 6 has not been specified.

A r/GTA6 user estimates a lap of Port Gellhorn Raceway at about 9.8 km, roughly the distance from East Los Santos Highway in Murrieta Heights to just before Paleto Bay in GTA V.

Jérémy Hartvick suggested streaming as an alternative to a native Switch 2 port of GTA 6.

That Park Place reports the GTA 6 Vice City Collection box weighs roughly 22 pounds, or about 10 kg.

Neoteo reports that Rob Nelson described an on-the-fly system on August 27 to adapt GTA 6 NPC animations to different heights and body shapes. He illustrated it by comparing a 5'6" character with a 6'2" one.

Notebookcheck reports that a Rockstar notice sets a 170-day expiry for the download code in Japan’s boxed PS5 copy of GTA 6, starting from its November 19, 2026 release.

BFMTV’s shopping team reports that Cultura is taking GTA VI preorders for €69.99. Purchases made by November 29 earn a €10 voucher, usable from November 30 through December 31, 2026 on items sold by Cultura and not combinable with other vouchers.

Pause Hardware reports that Jérémy Hartvick believes GTA 6 could be made playable on a smartphone with enough resources. The outlet reads the remark as a possible reference to streaming rather than running the game natively on the phone.

TalkEsport calculates that September 30 will mark 50 days until GTA 6's release.

On September 30, GTA 6's scheduled release will be 50 days away.

Moneycontrol puts the price of GTA 6's collector's box at $400.

An Xbox user in Germany says GTA 6 is listed to launch at noon on November 18 when their region is set to New Zealand, 12 hours before Germany's local launch time.

Tbreak relays Insider Gaming's account of GTAVIoclock episode 141, which discussed a message reportedly reminding GTA 6 performers not to announce their involvement before November 19, 2026. GTAVice.net, also cited by Tbreak, says the podcast has not publicly disclosed whether it saw the alleged email or got its wording from a source.

Brgames Interactive's Phantom Vice Auto is set to enter Steam Early Access on Nov. 19, 2026, the same day GTA 6 launches.

BeGeek reports that Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick said PC is becoming more important to the company at its annual meeting. He also said Take-Two generally targets platforms with a significant audience, but made no GTA 6 PC announcement.

In an interview with Kiwi Talkz, former Rockstar developer Jérémy Hartvick, who worked on GTA VI until 2020, says a Switch 2 version could be technically feasible but would require major visual and performance compromises. He also argues the small overlap between GTA 6's audience and Nintendo handheld players would make a port commercially difficult to justify.

Dealabs estimates that GTA VI's €79.99 Standard Edition price equals 7.5% of Portugal's gross monthly minimum wage, compared with 3.4% in Germany.

AutoEvolution reports that more GTA VI apparel and collectibles are headed to the Rockstar Store soon, without naming specific items or dates.

Notebookcheck reports that the code in Japan's boxed PS5 edition of GTA 6 expires 170 days after its scheduled November 19, 2026 launch. The article also says Ben/videotech spotted about seven regional codes for that edition, including DUT, UAE and AUS, though their meaning remains unclear.

NBA 2KTV host Alexis Morgan says Rockstar emailed her asking which console she wanted for a GTA 6 copy. The claim remains unverified; no screenshot or independent corroboration has surfaced.

A user on r/GTA6 says they used the State of Leonida website to record mile markers for Hamlet, Vice City and Waning Sands, then mapped the urban freeway stretch onto Miami's I-95.

Two Reddit users say they preordered GTA 6 at no cost, one using Xbox Mastercard points and the other Microsoft Rewards. At the reported conversion rate, 100,000 Rewards points are worth about $100, the US price of the Ultimate Edition.

Game Rant reports that fans have 3D-printed a replica of Macca, the alligator figurine in GTA 6’s Collector’s Edition. The unofficial version lacks the original’s twist-open stash compartment and needs hand-painting after resin printing.

GTA 6's Vice City Collection box reportedly weighs 11 kg.

Neoteo reports that GTA 6's animation system is designed to retarget NPC movement across different heights and body types.

Game Informer reports that GTA 6 will feature advanced weather systems to simulate Florida’s less sunny weather. Issue 382 will include a 14-page cover story and 12 new exclusive screenshots; its digital edition is due September 29, 2026.

MCE TV cites an estimate it attributes to Sensor Tower, putting GTA 6's global preorders at 4.55 million by early September, with 77% on PS5 and 23% on Xbox Series X|S.

The PC Enthusiast estimates that the collector’s box and a separately purchased Standard Edition would bring the total to nearly $480 before tax and shipping.

A user on r/GTA6 says they spotted a mark on Jason’s neck in the Extended Look’s opening elevator scene and interpret it as a hickey. They add that it could instead be a graphics or texture glitch.

Rockstar's store limits preorders of the GTA 6 Vice City Collection to one box per customer.

One eBay listing asks $1,750 for GTA 6's $400 collector's edition, more than four times retail, while Rockstar's store still has stock.

TalkEsport reports that some buyers of GTA 6's merchandise box shared screenshots showing they had canceled their preorders.

Cdiscount lists the PS5 Digital Slim at €599, with the retailer handling the sale and shipping. Darty’s offer was €678.04 on September 22.

Figures attributed to Sensor Tower put GTA 6 preorders at 5.66 million, split 77% on PS5 and 23% on Xbox Series X|S. The Verge's Tom Warren cites anonymous Xbox sources concerned by the gap, while Xbox strategy lead Matthew Ball said on X that Xbox preorders are setting records and the company is pleased with its console-market share.

A Reddit discussion about GTA 6’s collector’s box had drawn more than 1,300 comments.

PC Guide reports that the GTA 6 Collector’s Edition box measures 19 × 13.5 × 12.5 inches.

FandomWire reports that the Rockstar Store listing gives the GTA 6 box dimensions of 19 by 13.5 by 12.5 inches and a weight of 24 pounds.

Pre-orders for GTA 6’s Collector’s Box are open on the Rockstar Store. The game is sold separately, and the box is set to arrive on November 19, 2026.

RockstarINTEL reports a “Plays Best on PlayStation” banner in GTA 6 marketing. It also says some preorder ads show only the PS5 version.

A post on r/GTA6 lists nine items for Red Dead Redemption 2's Collector's Edition and six for GTA V's, with the game included in the latter.

La Crème du Gaming cites Red Dead Redemption 2’s Collector’s Box at $99.99 at its 2018 launch, a price used in comparisons with GTA 6’s merchandise collection.

Rob Nelson told IGN that GTA 6's NPCs will vary more in height and build than ever before. He said the team developed a system that adjusts their animations on the fly to fit different body shapes.

GHacks reports that the Goodtime State collection for Vice City is due out on November 19, 2026, for £349.99 in the UK.

A r/GTA6 user claims some island names were removed from the map included in GTA 6's Collector's Box, based on two screenshots taken hours apart.

A user says they ordered the GTA 6 Collector's Box and the album's limited edition vinyl. They also say their gaming purchases exceeded $600.

In Europe, GTA 6's Vice City Collection carries a €399.99 price tag.

RTBF reports that hackers stole data from the FBI after a failed attack targeting GTA 6. The article recalls that ShinyHunters claimed in April 2026 to have obtained Rockstar employees’ personal data; Rockstar said the incident had no impact and the material involved was financial and administrative paperwork.

KhelNow reports that the GTA 6 Collector’s Edition package weighs about 24 lb (11 kg).

GTA Boom reports that Matthew Ball, whom the outlet identifies as Xbox's chief strategy officer, says GTA 6 pre-orders are breaking records on Xbox and Xbox's share of those pre-orders matches its share of the console market. The article provides no pre-order figures or market-share percentages.

Beebom reports eBay listings for GTA 6's Vice City Collector's Box at around $800 on the low end and up to $1,750, compared with its $400 official price.

Sensor Tower put GTA 6 pre-orders at 4.6 million in late August, 77% of them on PS5.

BFMTV’s shopping section reports an Amazon listing for the digital PS5 with two DualSense controllers at €649.99. It also lists two Prime-only codes, valid through September 28: FRPRIME5 takes €5 off eligible orders of €50 or more, while FRPRIME15 takes €15 off orders of €100 or more.

A Reddit user says they bought the GTA 6 collection inspired by Macca the Gator, a show in the game.

Xbox strategy chief Matthew Ball wrote on X that he was "very happy" with GTA VI pre-orders and that the game was breaking records for the brand, according to PSX Extreme. He also said Xbox's share of pre-orders matches its share of the console market.

A r/GTA6 user estimates a full GTA VI setup at about $1,585, including a PS5 Pro, the Ultimate Edition, a DualSense, the Goodtime State collection and the album vinyl. Using a standard PS5 instead, the user's estimate drops to about $1,335.

Notebookcheck reports that Miami-Dade Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez and Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz had urged the county to reject a Rockstar partnership promoting GTA 6, citing the game's depiction of violence against police. Several commissioners reportedly learned the deal had been signed during a budget meeting that ran past 1 a.m.

Notebookcheck reports that Reddit users spotted “Sandbars” and “Crude Islands” as place names on an early image of GTA 6’s Collector’s Edition poster, before the labels were removed.

The Rockstar Store lists the GTA 6 Goodtime State box at $399.99 in the US and £349.99 in the UK. The game is sold separately.

L’Express Franchise reports that six copies of GTA 6 will be up for grabs when an O’Tacos restaurant opens in Val-de-Reuil on October 7.

Resell Calendar reports that GTA 6’s Premium Collector’s Box includes a poster printed on both sides with the full map of Leonida, nine enamel pins and nine stickers.

ComingSoon reports that the GTA 6 Premium Collector’s Box includes a six-inch Macca the Gator figure with a stash compartment.

Xbox chief strategy officer Matthew Ball says Microsoft's internal analysis puts Xbox's share of GTA 6 preorders in line with its share of the console market.

Rockstar is taking $400 preorders for GTA 6's Goodtime State merchandise collection. The bundle is due out on Nov. 19, 2026, and does not include the game.

The Vice City Collection is priced at C$559.99 and does not include GTA 6.

Tom Warren reports in The Verge that Xbox sources say GTA 6 pre-orders are heavily skewed toward PS5, raising alarm bells for the platform.

Tech4Gamers says The Verge’s Tom Warren reports internal Xbox concern over the PS5’s lead in GTA 6 preorders, but gives no current split. Sensor Tower’s August 28 estimate put total preorders at 4.6 million, with 77% on PS5.

Pre-orders for The Goodtime State: Vice City Collection are now open while supplies last.

GTA 6's The Goodtime State merchandise collection is now available to preorder in France for $399.99, with the game sold separately.

MeriStation reports Rockstar is taking pre-orders for the $400 Goodtime State - Vice City Collection, a merchandise bundle that does not include the game. Its release is listed for November 19, 2026.

Tbreak reports that the GTA 6 collector's box costs $399.99 in the US, with the game sold separately.

LeBigData reports that Rockstar is limiting purchases of the GTA 6 collector's box to one per customer.

Rockstar Games Store lists a premium GTA 6 Collector’s Box inspired by Macca the Gator. Wolf’s Gaming Blog reports a £349.99 ($399.99) price and a November 19, 2026 release; the box includes neither the game nor a download code.

The Vice City Collection includes a Macca the Gator figure, Oakley Frogskins sunglasses and a shot glass featuring Chunkee the Manatee. Rockstar describes the set as inspired by Leonida's hit TV show, Macca the Gator, and shipping is due to start on November 19, 2026.

GeeknPlay reported that Rockstar’s store displayed a 505 error during GTA 6 Collector’s Edition preorders.

DualShockers reports that preorders for The Goodtime State Vice City bundle were not open in Asia, Latin America or Australia.

GamingBible reports that Rockstar is taking pre-orders for The Goodtime State - Vice City Collection at $399.99 (£349.99), without a copy of GTA 6.

Rockstar's official store is selling a GTA 6 collector's box for €399.99, without the game.

Rockstar has unveiled the $399.99 Vice City Collection, a box of 11 items that does not include GTA 6. At $79.99, the Standard Edition costs about a fifth as much as the collection.

GameGPU reports promotional GTA VI preorder displays beginning to arrive at retailers. The PS5 display box advertises the Vintage Vice City bonus and carries a symbol indicating a download code instead of a disc.

Rockstar's GTA 6 merchandise box is up for preorder at €399.99, without a copy of the game. It includes a Macca the Gator figure, Oakley Frogskins sunglasses and a New Era cap.

Insider Gaming reports that the GTA 6 Vice City Collection costs $400 and the game must be purchased separately.

GameGPU reports that promotional GTA VI cases are reaching retailers ahead of pre-orders. The PS5 mock-up advertises the Vintage Vice City Pack bonus and says it contains only a download code.

Rainbow Six Siege creative director Joshua Mills told The Game Business that GTA 6’s launch could temporarily dent the game’s player count. He says Siege’s fourth season is planned for around the same time, with unannounced surprises held back.

RockstarINTEL reports that its online store has added a wishlist. Subscribers can get email alerts when saved products are restocked or discounted.

RockstarINTEL reports that retailers have begun putting up large posters for GTA 6.

Ahead of GTA 6, TIKR counts 25 buy ratings, three outperform and one underperform among 29 recommendations for Take-Two. Its latest tally shows zero hold ratings, down from three in June 2025.

GTA Boom attributes this line about GTA 6’s visuals to Rob Nelson: “The goal is not to be realistic, it’s to feel realistic.”

Dummy GTA 6 cases are appearing on retail displays across Europe, the UK and Japan, Beebom reports. The mock-ups feature Jason and Lucia and the Vintage Vice City pre-order promotion; the PS5 version also carries a “Plays Best on PS5” badge.

The Kaseya Center sign is contracted to stay until the later of one year after installation or the Miami Heat’s final home game of the 2026/27 season, scheduled for April 11, 2027.

PCQuest ranks GTA 6 as the costliest AAA game, citing an estimated $2 billion development budget. The article says the ranking is based on research by Zero 1.

Jeuxvideo.com reports that a proposed EU child-safety measure could require age checks for some online games considered risky for minors. GTA 6 is only a possible example: the games covered remain undefined and the proposal has not been adopted.

Free GTA 6 T-shirts handed out at an immersive Tokyo Game Show 2026 screening are listed on eBay for $140 to $200, IGN reports. Stickers and carabiners from the booth are listed for $30 to $40.

Frandroid reports that KytyPS5 runs the PS5 version of GTA V on PC, with peaks near 60 fps in the opening minutes, though the game eventually crashes. The test does not establish that GTA 6 will be playable through emulation at launch.

GameWave reports that the 2026 Golden Joystick Awards are scheduled for November 11, eight days before GTA 6's November 19 release.

Rob Nelson says GTA 6 should evoke realism while maintaining the pace of gameplay, Beebom reports.

Creator Videotech says it spotted a new wishlist feature on the Rockstar Store. The change does not confirm a GTA 6 collector's edition.

A Reddit user spotted trees and bushes swaying in GTA 6’s Extended Look, attributing the movement to wind. They say they are unsure whether it will affect weapons or vehicles.

RockstarINTEL says it spotted an official GTA VI poster on a store exterior at a retail park. It reports that A1 posters have been distributed to selected retailers, including Smyths.

ShinyHunters, which threatened Rockstar, the studio behind GTA 6, and leaked mostly the studio’s financial data, now threatens to publish personal information on tens of thousands of people linked to the FBI unless the bureau corrects or removes its public warning about the group within a week, according to the New York Times, cited by Polygon. The FBI says it is investigating but has not determined whether the breach began in its own systems or at a service provider.

Commissioner Natalie Milian Orbis cited possible GTA 6 promotions, including Miami International Airport posing as Vice City Airport, a wrapped MetroMover train and county manhole covers. The mayor’s chief of staff said the arena was the only deal signed.

At the Tokyo Game Show, GTA 6 promotional stickers and carabiners are listed for resale at $30 to $40.

Beebom reports that Rob Nelson estimates GTA 6's cities and suburban areas amount to the equivalent of 11 times what GTA 5 offered, including smaller places to discover.

The Houston Rockets' media day, where Steven Adams mentioned GTA 6, took place on September 22, 2026.

Beebom reports that Rob Nelson called the number of buildings players can enter in GTA 6 “enormous” in a Trois Couleurs interview. It gives no exact count.

Free GTA 6 T-shirts handed out by PlayStation at Tokyo Game Show 2026 are listed on eBay for about $140 to $200, IGN reports.

Red Bull reports about 21 million votes for the 2025 Golden Joystick Awards. The outlet says GTA 6 took nearly 18% of the vote in its category, compared with just under 17% for The Witcher 4.

Sweety High reports that the six artists whose tracks appeared in the first wave each shared GTA VI artwork on Instagram and tagged Rockstar before the album’s official announcement.

GTABoom reports that the Kaseya Center’s “Welcome to Vice City” sign spans about 4,700 square feet.

Steven Adams extended the joke to coaches and scouts, predicting their work could suffer when GTA 6 launches.

A r/GTA6 user points out that Jason picks up two items in the Extended Look without breaking stride.

Reddit user u/Haykguy made a video overlaying an outline of Los Santos on the GTA 6 community map to compare the two cities.

The GTA VI Mapping Project, a community effort, estimates Vice City's urban area at about 16.6 km², compared with 9.1 km² for Los Santos in GTA 5. Its map uses official game images, but the Los Santos outline excludes Vinewood Hills and El Burro Heights.

Rob Nelson said GTA 6 can retarget animations in real time to support a 'huge variety of heights and shapes' among NPCs. His comments covered NPCs across the game, not a feature specific to strip clubs.

IGN reports that WWE filed a trademark application for “Vice City,” the city featured in GTA 6, on Aug. 8, 2026. The filing was marked abandoned on Sept. 21, and the article does not say why.

Strauss Zelnick has been re-elected to Take-Two’s board with roughly 97% of votes cast in his favor, GTABoom reports. All 10 nominated directors were also re-elected.

WWE filed a trademark application for “Vice City” on August 8, 2026; it was marked “dead” on September 21. GTA 6 also takes place in Vice City.

For a digital GTA 6 pre-order on PS5, Selectra recommends enabling automatic downloads and keeping the console online in Rest Mode. For a boxed copy, it advises entering the code as soon as you buy it.

KhelNow reports that the letters for the Kaseya Center’s “Welcome to Vice City” sign were flown onto the roof by helicopter on September 22.

Rainbow Six Siege creative director Joshua Mills says the team plans to step up its service around GTA 6's November 19 release. Gameblog reports that the next season is planned for that window, with surprises for players who stay.

Rockstar character art director Jamie-Lee Lloyd told Dazed on September 6 that GTA 6 has the most detailed and varied character population the studio has built.

Documents reviewed by IGN set October 15, 2026, as the deadline to install the “Welcome to Vice City” sign at the Kaseya Center.

A r/GTA6 user spotted an NPC at the start of the Extended Look carrying a pistol tucked into his waistband.

Steven Adams joked that the dip in league performance he linked to GTA 6 would last only through November, with a rebound in December.

Commissioners in the city of Miami approved permits allowing Rockstar to display larger-than-usual GTA 6 banners, including a “Welcome to Vice City” promotion. Permit revenue will help fund a trail in Overtown.

Beebom reports that a “Welcome to Vice City” sign has been installed on the roof of Miami’s Kaseya Center. The site says Rockstar is expected to pay Miami-Dade County $975,000 to promote GTA 6.

Beebom reports that Houston Rockets center Steven Adams joked at media day that NBA and NFL performances could dip when GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026.

A Reddit user estimates that Saint Denis from Red Dead Redemption 2 is slightly smaller than Vice City's golf-course island, based on a GTA 6 map project.

IGN reports that work on GTA 6’s “Welcome to Vice City” sign atop the Miami Heat arena is complete. The outlet puts the reported cost at $975,000.

The “Welcome to Vice City” sign is now installed on the Kaseya Center roof. Miami-Dade County is expected to collect $975,000 from Rockstar under the marketing agreement.

Amazon Prime members can currently buy a £100 Xbox gift card for €85. The credit can then be used to pre-order GTA 6 Ultimate through the Xbox Microsoft Store.

Rainbow Six Siege creative director Joshua Mills said players who stick with the game during GTA 6’s launch will be treated “like kings and queens.” Season 4 is planned for the same window, with unannounced surprises promised.

The 2026 Golden Joystick Awards are scheduled for November 11, eight days before GTA 6 launches. TalkEsport reports that the game will therefore miss this year’s event and could only compete in 2027.

A fan-made Leonida map catalogs more than 1,600 points of interest drawn from trailers, the Extended Look and official screenshots. Its estimated 125 km² area has not been endorsed by Rockstar.

Joybuy is taking preorders for a PS5 bundle pairing GTA VI with JBL’s wired Quantum 100P headset. A €10 checkout coupon brings the offer to €69.99 from its listed €79.99 price.

GTA 6’s marketing campaign is taking over Miami’s Kaseya Center, where a helicopter is installing giant letters spelling “Welcome to Vice City.” GameSpot reports that the campaign is valued at nearly $1 million for Miami-Dade County.

Official GTA 6 footage shows varied crowds along Vice City’s beaches, with differences in age, height, body type and appearance. Rockstar has not announced a beach-specific crowd system or district-by-district population figures.

The six GTA VI singles drew 4.1 million global Spotify streams in their first 24 hours. Morgan Wallen’s “Last Thing You Need” reached No. 23 on Spotify’s U.S. daily chart.

The Lexar EQ790 SSD with heatsink is listed as PS5 and PS5 Pro compatible, with 1TB, 2TB and 4TB models reaching read speeds of up to 7,000 MB/s.

Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz and Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez oppose a proposed Rockstar marketing partnership tied to GTA 6. The mayor’s office says no deal has been formally approved.

The fan-made State of Leonida map lets players explore GTA 6 locations through clips from official trailers and released screenshots.

The wait from the August 27 Extended Look to GTA 6’s November 19 launch is about 30% complete. Twenty five of the 84 days have passed, leaving 59 days until release.

In the UK, Virgin Media O2 is offering GTA 6 on a 36-month payment plan with £20 upfront and £1.39 per month. The interest-free offer is also available to non-customers, subject to a credit check and an 18+ requirement.

Data from idealo, cited by Technology Magazine, shows weekly interest in the PS5 Pro rose 348% after GTA 6 preorders opened. In the UK, its average observed price climbed from £703 to £753.99 between June 25 and 27.

A Reddit user noticed that Lucia keeps a partially loaded magazine when reloading her weapon in the Extended Look.

Rockstar reportedly reminded GTA 6 performers that they can announce their involvement on November 19. GTA VI O'Clock relayed the message after Stephen Root discussed his role, but Rockstar has not issued an official statement.

Korben reports that all 34 tracks from Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album will hit streaming services on November 20, one day after the game launches.

Virgin Media and O2 are offering UK customers a 0% payment plan for GTA 6, with £20 upfront followed by £1.39 a month for 36 months. The deal includes the Vintage Vice City Pack and promises delivery in time for the November 19, 2026 launch.

GTA 6’s collector vinyl, featuring two discs filled with blue liquid, reportedly sold out within minutes of preorders opening.

O2 is offering UK customers a GTA 6 pre-order for £20 upfront, followed by 36 monthly payments of £1.39 at 0% APR. The deal is available to eligible O2 and non-O2 customers subject to credit checks.

RockstarINTEL reports that Rockstar has added new modding rules barring cross-game projects and ports to unsupported hardware. The guidelines also restrict realistic military roleplay and commercial mods outside the official Creator Platform.

Nerdbot reports that digital GTA 6 pre-orders include one month of GTA+ alongside the Vintage Vice City Pack. The outlet says the offer ends after launch.

Urban Hit reports that Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album is now available to pre-order, with a €16.99 double CD, a €51.99 double vinyl edition and a €123.99 collector release.

Rockstar’s updated modding rules direct approved multiplayer resources toward the Cfx Marketplace, including for FiveM and RedM.

A user has appealed to Rockstar for early access to GTA VI for her father, who she says has stage-four lung cancer. She says doctors have given him only weeks to live and offers to provide proof and sign a non-disclosure agreement.

Australian workers are reportedly booking leave around GTA 6’s 19 November 2026 launch, with some requesting a full week to play.

iXBT Games reports that Rockstar’s modding policy, updated in September, bars creators from changing official stories, missions and characters. It also prohibits mixing content between Rockstar games, unofficial ports, and mods built around gacha or loot-box mechanics.

Journalist James Jarvis says an email attributed to Rockstar reminds GTA 6 cast members not to announce their involvement before November 19, 2026.

Notebookcheck reports that a message attributed to Rockstar reminded GTA 6 talent that they could not announce their involvement before November 19, 2026.