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The livestreamed reaction to Grand Theft Auto VI's Netflix debut has turned out to be one of the biggest moments in gaming broadcast history. According to new data from Stream Charts, co-streams of the GTA VI Extended Look peaked at just under 3.97 million concurrent viewers, making it the largest live gaming event of 2026 so far — edging out Summer Game Fest's previous high of 3.81 million. The 27-minute trailer premiered exclusively on Netflix, putting it behind a paywall before it eventually

Grand Theft Auto VI's Extended Look didn't just dominate Netflix's charts — it's now moving hardware off store shelves. The 27-minute gameplay deep dive premiered on Netflix last week and became the platform's most-watched program worldwide, with more than 31 million viewers tuning in. That kind of reach was always going to ripple outward, and new retail data suggests it already has. According to Nielsen IQ figures reported by The Game Business, UK PS5 sales rose 33% in the week following the re

Rockstar Games has finally broken its silence on the next major look at Grand Theft Auto VI, confirming both a date and a genuinely unexpected venue for the reveal. Rather than dropping the footage straight to its own channels, Rockstar is handing the exclusive premiere to Netflix — a first for the studio, and a sign of just how far its marketing partnerships have expanded ahead of the game's launch. An Extended Look, Streaming First According to a newswire post on Rockstar's official site, the

The multiplayer companion to Grand Theft Auto VI is shaping up to be a much later addition than some fans hoped, according to comments from Twitch CEO Dan Clancy following discussions with Rockstar Games. Speaking to reporters at the Tokyo Game Show, Clancy indicated that whatever form GTA Online's successor takes, it won't be launching alongside the base game this November. Instead, he pointed to 2027 as the likely window for the online component, framing it as a second major wave of attention

In a move that could reshape how fans experience one of the most anticipated games in history, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) might skip physical disc copies at launch entirely. According to multiple reports citing a credible European game distribution insider, Rockstar Games' parent company Take-Two Interactive plans a digital-only debut on November 19, 2026, primarily to prevent the kind of pre-release leaks that plagued past titles. The Leaker and the Claim The rumor originates from "Graczdari,"

Rockstar Games fans have been chasing ghosts of the studio’s unreleased projects for years, but a fresh GTA IV beta leak just delivered one of the biggest payoffs yet: the first proper look at the protagonist from Agent, the ambitious James Bond-inspired stealth game that was quietly shelved over a decade ago. The discovery comes courtesy of a massive November 2007 pre-release build of Grand Theft Auto IV that surfaced online in late March 2026. Dumped from a genuine Rockstar North Xbox 360 deve

Grand Theft Auto Online is one of the greatest successes in entertainment history. It is also an absolute mess. Launched in 2013, it has morphed from a simple open-world lobby into a sprawling, chaotic, and almost impenetrable behemoth. After 12 years of content updates, its economy is shattered, its lobbies are ruled by griefers on flying rocket bikes, and new players face a laughably impossible climb. It is a game buckling under the weight of its own success. With Grand Theft Auto 6 officially

Rockstar Games is activating a long-anticipated age verification system for GTA Online in Australia, effective Monday, March 9, 2026. This change stems directly from the country's new online safety laws targeting R18+ classified content. Players in Australia logging into GTA Online will now face a mandatory age check before accessing multiplayer lobbies. The requirement was first teased through datamining leaks in mid-2025, with menu screenshots and code strings hinting at an "age block" prompt.

Despite both games being years old and receiving fewer major updates than in their prime, Grand Theft Auto Online and Red Dead Redemption 2 are still pulling in massive player numbers in 2026. New data highlighted by RockstarINTEL shows that Rockstar Games’ online titles remain some of the biggest games in the industry, even as anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI continues to grow. According to Ampere Analysis data shared through The Game Business, GTA Online reached 17.9 million players across

A new GTA Online Weekly Update has arrived, and this time Rockstar is turning two of Los Santos' most iconic fictional beverage brands into rival factions. The Brand War Event Week runs from August 13th through August 20th, and it's stacked with free cosmetics, a new prize vehicle, bonus payouts, and a two-week Twitch Drops promotion tied to the Sprunk-versus-eCola rivalry. Pick a side: Sprunk or eCola The centerpiece of this week's update is a soda-fueled brand war between Sprunk and eCola. Pl

Rockstar Games has fired up the engines for another action-packed GTA Online weekly update, and this one is pure sideways chaos. Drift Week runs from February 26 through March 4, 2026, bringing a brand-new vehicle, fresh drift tuning options, and some of the best bonuses of the year so far. Meet the New Shitzu Keitora – The Unexpected Drift King The headline addition is the Shitzu Keitora, a compact pickup truck that’s surprisingly potent on the tarmac. Priced at $810,000 from Southern San Andre

Rockstar Games is giving players a free pass into Los Santos this week, tying the offer to the launch of GTA Online's newest update, The Kortz Center Heist. The DLC went live on Tuesday, introducing a new heist centered on a lucrative art theft, along with a batch of new vehicles and other additions to the game's ever-expanding roster of content. To mark the occasion, and with GTA 6 drawing closer on the horizon, Rockstar is opening GTA Online up to everyone at no cost. According to a newswire p

Los Santos is getting a serious law enforcement overhaul this week. Rockstar Games has rolled out a fresh GTA Online Event Week packed with new police-themed content, including two high-performance Emergency-class vehicles, expanded Dispatch Work missions, exclusive outfits, and a slate of double-reward activities. The update runs from April 2nd through April 8th, 2026, giving players plenty of time to gear up as the latest additions to the LSPD and FIB fleets hit the streets. New Police Vehicle

Love is in the air in Los Santos, but so is chaos. This week’s GTA Online update kicks off the Valentine’s festivities with a brand-new Adversary Mode, a fresh vehicle for the masses, and a host of romantic (and lucrative) bonuses. Running from February 5th through February 11th, here is everything you need to know about the latest changes in Southern San Andreas. New Content: Deadline Duet & The Pfister Astrale The headline addition this week is a twist on a fan-favorite mode. Deadline Due

Get your engines revving, because this week in GTA Online is all about the Auto Shop. Running from January 22nd through January 28th, 2026, the latest weekly update brings a host of rewards for tuners, double money opportunities, and some high-performance machinery up for grabs. Here is everything you need to know about this week’s event. Weekly Challenge & Rewards This week’s theme is heavily focused on the Auto Shop business. Weekly Challenge: Complete 3 Auto Shop Client Jobs to earn a bo

A brand-new week has kicked off in Los Santos, and Rockstar Games is bringing the heat with the "Money Fronts Special." Running from May 28th through June 3rd, this week is all about washing your dirty cash, claiming a free business, and raking in massive multipliers. Whether you're hitting up the Casino, checking out the latest rides at Simeon’s, or grinding out some money laundering missions, here is a complete breakdown of everything going on in GTA Online this week! Weekly Challenge & Ma

Rev your engines, Los Santos! Rockstar Games is keeping the pedal to the metal with the continuation of the "Motor Madness" event week in GTA Online. Running through May 27th, this week’s update brings massive vehicular discounts, double-money bonuses, rare claimable vehicles, and a slew of exclusive clothing rewards. Here is your complete breakdown of everything happening in GTA Online this week. Gameplay Adjustments Before diving into the weekly bonuses, it is worth noting that Rockstar has re

A new GTA Online weekly update has kicked off, and Rockstar Games is rolling out a fresh batch of rewards, cash bonuses, discounts, and more. Here's everything happening in GTA Online during this Event Week, running from June 25th through July 1st. Fine Art Collector Program Ahead of next month's The Kortz Center Heist update, Rockstar has launched the Fine Art Collector Program, offering a tiered set of rewards for players who log in and play: Log in to receive GTA$500,000 within 72 hours, plus

Rockstar Games has rolled out a fresh weekly update for GTA Online, kicking off an exciting Event Week packed with rewards, bonuses, discounts, and teasers for the upcoming The Kortz Center Heist update next month. This week's highlight is the new Fine Art Collector Program, designed to build hype and give players early access to exclusive goodies ahead of the big heist. Fine Art Collector Program: Claim Rare Treasures Ahead of the Kortz Center Heist, Rockstar has introduced the Fine Art Collect

Rockstar Games has kicked off a high-octane weekly update in GTA Online, themed around Motor Madness. Running from May 14th through May 20th, this event celebrates Los Santos’ car culture with boosted payouts on races, hefty vehicle discounts, exclusive rewards, and plenty of opportunities to expand your garage. Login and Purchase Rewards (Available Through May 27th) Log in this week to claim the Rockstar Helmet for free. Additional stylish rewards are available for vehicle purchases: Buy any ve

Rockstar Games is celebrating 4/20 in style with a full week of weed-themed chaos, high payouts, and fresh content dropping in GTA Online starting tomorrow, April 16th, and running through April 22nd, 2026. If you’ve been waiting to fire up your businesses, test your survival skills while baked, or score some exclusive 420 gear, this is the week to log in. Brand-New 420 Modes and Maps The highlight of the week is the debut of Stoner Survival, a brand-new survival mode where players fight off wav

The latest GTA Online weekly update is live, bringing a fresh set of activities, rewards, and discounts to Los Santos. Running from January 29th through February 4th, this event week introduces new Odd Jobs, brings back a classic motorcycle, and offers lucrative bonuses for players looking to grind. Here is everything you need to know about this week’s update. New Odd Jobs and Rewards Rockstar has expanded the "Odd Jobs" roster with three new roles: Forklift Operator, Firefighter, and Paper R

Rockstar Games is keeping the law enforcement theme rolling in GTA Online with another stacked Weekly Update. This Event Week, running April 9th through April 15th, brings fresh police vehicles, limited-time outfits, hefty discounts on emergency vehicles, and a host of double-and-triple reward opportunities. Whether you’re a dedicated bounty hunter or just love cruising in a fresh set of lights and sirens, there’s plenty to dive into this week. Future Content Tease Before we jump into this week’

A fresh GTA Online Weekly Update has kicked off in the wake of The Kortz Center Heist content drop, rotating in new vehicles, heist targets, and bonuses for the week running July 23 through 29. New Vehicles Two new rides anchor this week's update. Law enforcement roleplayers and pursuit-vehicle collectors can now pick up the Police Pegassi Ingus Pursuit/Interceptor for $4,376,250 at Warstock Cache & Carry. Meanwhile, the Grotti Veleno GT has opened up to the general player base, priced at $

Rockstar Games has kicked off a fresh GTA Online Weekly Update, and it's a loaded one. The Business Rivalries event — the publisher's first extended monthly rewards push in a couple of years — rolls on, a new supercar has dropped out of its GTA+ exclusivity window, and players have a fresh batch of vehicles, discounts, and bonus GTA$ to chase between September 17th and 23rd. Here's everything worth knowing about this week's update. New Vehicle: Pegassi Horus Goes Public The Pegassi Horus, previ