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GTA Online event week image from RockstarINTELMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-11-12

GTA Online Event Week: Last One Before GTA 6 (Nov 12-18)

RockstarINTEL reports the November 12-18 GTA Online event week features Kortz Center Heist rewards, double Priority File payouts, casino prizes, test rides and dealer offers.

Jason and Lucia from GTA VI footage shared by Only In DadeMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-11

Rockstar Games Confirms New GTA VI Footage Shared by Miami Social Account

Rockstar Games reposted a 20-second Grand Theft Auto VI clip from the Miami-based Instagram account Only In Dade, confirming its authenticity. The footage shows Vice City streets, protagonists Jason and Lucia, high NPC density, and vehicles matching recent Rockstar marketing events.

Rockstar Games Launcher update article image showing Rockstar VI logoMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-10

Rockstar Games Launcher Adds Revamped Chat Overlay with Discord Integration and Streamer Mode

RockstarINTEL reports that Rockstar Games has released a new update for the Rockstar Games Launcher (RGL), introducing a completely reworked chat overlay. According to the publication, the update includes updated visual designs, new social and achievement functionality, and full controller support.

GTA Online header banner representing ongoing support announcementMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-11-10

Rockstar Confirms Ongoing GTA Online Support After GTA 6 Launch

Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that Rockstar Games will continue supporting GTA Online with new content and events well after GTA 6 launches, alongside massive sales milestones for GTA V and the series.

Featured image from RockstarINTEL covering the GTA 6 pop‑up store at Selfridges LondonMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-09

GTA 6 Pop‑up Store Opens in London, Selling Exclusive Merch

Rockstar Games partners with Selfridges for a limited‑time GTA 6 pop‑up in London, selling bags, jackets and more. The store runs Nov 9‑28, with £2,500 jacket and strict purchase limits.

GTA 6 PS5 box art featuring Jason and LuciaMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-09

GTA 6 PS5 Physical Boxes Have Hit The Wild, A Harbinger Of Our Disc-Less Future

Kotaku reports that physical PlayStation 5 boxes for Grand Theft Auto 6 have begun appearing in retail locations ahead of the November 12 street date, with the packaging confirmed to contain no physical disc and requiring an internet connection to redeem the digital download code. The images were sh

Report: Take‑Two forecasts 20% growth from GTA VIMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-07

Report: Take‑Two forecasts 20% growth from GTA VI

Take‑Two Interactive expects GTA VI to drive a roughly 20 % revenue increase, according to a Yahoo Finance report published on Nov 7 2026. The projection highlights continued confidence in the upcoming open‑world title as the publisher also notes broader holiday booking trends. This forecast comes f

GTA 6 box cover showing new content and online feature iconMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-07

GTA 6 Box Copies Begin Arriving Early with Online Feature and New Screenshots

Physical GTA 6 copies are arriving at retailers November 12, with a 230GB install size and an online functions icon, while new screenshots showcase Lucia, Jason and a plane.

Side-by-side comparison of real-life Grotti Cheetah and GTA 6 in-game carMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-07

New GTA6 Screenshots Compare Real-Life Cars to In-Game Vehicles

New Grand Theft Auto VI screenshots have been released with side-by-side comparisons of real-life vehicles and in-game models, featuring West Coast Customs recreations of iconic GTA cars and Rockstar's 'Launch Gallery' drop ahead of the November 19, 2026 launch.

Jason and Lucia artwork from GTA 6MACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-06

GTA 6 File Sizes Differ Across Xbox and PlayStation, Regional Variations Hint at Censorship

RockstarINTEL reports that updated backend data shows GTA 6’s Xbox download size exceeds the PlayStation 5 version, while regional builds on both platforms vary in ways that suggest possible censorship for Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. The Xbox global build measures 209.86 GiB (225.34 GB), larg

GTA 6 early access region trick on PS5 and Xbox via New Zealand swapMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-06

Report: GTA 6 Early Access via New Zealand Region Swap on PS5 & Xbox

Gamerant reports a simple region‑swap trick that lets GTA 6 players launch the game up to 18 hours before its official Nov 19 midnight release. On Xbox Series X|S, users can change the console’s system location to New Zealand (GMT+13) in Settings, restart, and the pre‑loaded copy of GTA 6 will unloc

GTA+ Month 56 November 2026 rewards showcaseMACCA BLOG | GTA NewsGTA News | 2026-11-05

GTA+ Month 56: All Rewards For November 2026

GTA+ members receive a host of new incentives for November 2026, including the exclusive Grotti Itali RSX sports car, fresh Chameleon paints, extra aircraft storage slots, and discounted test‑drive vehicles at the members‑only Vinewood Car Club. Subscribers can claim these perks between November 5 a

Rockstar Games announcement about GTA 6 pre-load and install sizeMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-04

GTA 6 Pre-Load Date, Release Time & Physical Map Confirmed

Rockstar Games has officially confirmed the GTA 6 pre-load schedule, install size, and release details. Pre-loading begins November 10 for digital editions, with a 212 GB install size required. The game will release at midnight local time on November 19, and a physical map will be included.

Report: GTA 6 Buying Guide: Console Costs, Editions, and Digital-Only Release Detailed by GameSpotMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-02

Report: GTA 6 Buying Guide: Console Costs, Editions, and Digital-Only Release Detailed by GameSpot

GameSpot publishes a buying guide for GTA 6's November 19 release, outlining console prices, edition details, 201GB file size, preloading start date, and digital-only distribution.

GTA Online Halloween weather featured imageMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-11-01

GTA Online Halloween Weather Returns with Green Filter; Workaround Discovered

RockstarINTEL reports that GTA Online's Halloween weather has returned for 2026, applying a green-orange filter from 19:00 to 7:30 in-game time. Players have found a temporary workaround using apartments to disable the filter, and green-tint glasses in first-person reduce the effect.

Grotti Turismo Omaggio and Rockstar Motorsport livery in GTA OnlineMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-10-31

Free Grotti Turismo Omaggio and Rockstar Motorsport Livery Via GTA Online Twitch Drops

RockstarINTEL reports that Rockstar Games and Twitch are offering GTA Online players a free Grotti Turismo Omaggio supercar and Rockstar Motorsport livery via Twitch Drops from October 30 through November 1, 2026.

GTA Online Halloween event week artwork showing spooky theme and bonus rewardsMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-10-07

GTA Online Halloween Event Ends: Final Week Bonuses (October 29–November 4)

RockstarINTEL reports the conclusion of GTA Online's month-long Halloween event with the weekly update for October 29–November 4, 2026. The final rotation includes new Kortz Center Heist targets, a reset first-completion bonus, an extra $400,000 for a no-death run, double rewards on the FIB Priority

GTA 6 Original Score Soundtrack vinyl and cover artMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-29

GTA 6 Original Score Soundtrack Announced, Vinyl Pre-Orders Go Live

Rockstar Games announces the GTA 6 Original Score composed by Justice, with vinyl and CD pre-orders live ahead of the December 2026 release.

Jason walking on a Vice City beach in GTA 6 gameplay shown on South ParkMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-29

Report: GTA 6 Gameplay Shown in New South Park Episode, RockstarINTEL Reports

RockstarINTEL reports that official Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay aired during a new South Park episode, featuring Jason and Lucia in Vice City and a beach scene with dense NPCs.

Concept image of Vice City branding for the reported Miami GTA 6 marketing takeoverMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-29

Rockstar Games Pays About $3.9 Million for GTA 6 Miami Marketing Deal

RockstarINTEL reports Rockstar Games and Miami-Dade County finalized a roughly $3.9 million GTA 6 marketing agreement for Vice City branding at Miami International Airport, PortMiami, and county traffic cabinets.

GTA 6 key art featuring protagonists Jason and LuciaMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-28

GTA 6 File Size Revealed: 210GB on PS5, Preload Starts November 12

GameSpot reports that the PlayStation 5 standard edition of Grand Theft Auto VI will occupy 210GB of storage, according to data from the PlayStation Game Size Twitter account. The figure is roughly double the install size of Red Dead Redemption 2. Preloading begins November 12, a week before the Nov

GTA 6 union vote announcementMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-27

GTA 6 Developers to Vote on Union Recognition

Rockstar Games UK staff are set to vote on union recognition during the GTA 6 launch, with voting scheduled from November 12 to 26.

GTA 6 Coffee Launch: Leonida Blend Available in MiamiMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-26

GTA 6 Coffee Launch: Leonida Blend Available in Miami

Gamespot reports that Vice City Bean has partnered with Rockstar Games to release the officially licensed GTA 6 Leonida coffee blend, a medium roast made from Colombian and Ethiopian beans, priced at $23 for a 10‑ounce bag, with options for ground, medium or fine grind, and limited availability ahea

Game cover art related to GTA 6 early reviewer access reportMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-26

GTA 6 Early Review Access Confirmed by Rockstar Insider

RockstarINTEL reports that review codes for Grand Theft Auto VI have been distributed to reviewers, with public reviews scheduled for November 18th, one day before launch.

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GTA Online event week image from RockstarINTELMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-11-12

GTA Online Event Week: Last One Before GTA 6 (Nov 12-18)

RockstarINTEL reports the November 12-18 GTA Online event week features Kortz Center Heist rewards, double Priority File payouts, casino prizes, test rides and dealer offers.

Jason and Lucia from GTA VI footage shared by Only In DadeMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-11

Rockstar Games Confirms New GTA VI Footage Shared by Miami Social Account

Rockstar Games reposted a 20-second Grand Theft Auto VI clip from the Miami-based Instagram account Only In Dade, confirming its authenticity. The footage shows Vice City streets, protagonists Jason and Lucia, high NPC density, and vehicles matching recent Rockstar marketing events.

Rockstar Games Launcher update article image showing Rockstar VI logoMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-10

Rockstar Games Launcher Adds Revamped Chat Overlay with Discord Integration and Streamer Mode

RockstarINTEL reports that Rockstar Games has released a new update for the Rockstar Games Launcher (RGL), introducing a completely reworked chat overlay. According to the publication, the update includes updated visual designs, new social and achievement functionality, and full controller support.

GTA Online header banner representing ongoing support announcementMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-11-10

Rockstar Confirms Ongoing GTA Online Support After GTA 6 Launch

Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that Rockstar Games will continue supporting GTA Online with new content and events well after GTA 6 launches, alongside massive sales milestones for GTA V and the series.

GTA 6 PS5 box art featuring Jason and LuciaMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-09

GTA 6 PS5 Physical Boxes Have Hit The Wild, A Harbinger Of Our Disc-Less Future

Kotaku reports that physical PlayStation 5 boxes for Grand Theft Auto 6 have begun appearing in retail locations ahead of the November 12 street date, with the packaging confirmed to contain no physical disc and requiring an internet connection to redeem the digital download code. The images were sh

GTA 6 box cover showing new content and online feature iconMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-07

GTA 6 Box Copies Begin Arriving Early with Online Feature and New Screenshots

Physical GTA 6 copies are arriving at retailers November 12, with a 230GB install size and an online functions icon, while new screenshots showcase Lucia, Jason and a plane.

Side-by-side comparison of real-life Grotti Cheetah and GTA 6 in-game carMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-07

New GTA6 Screenshots Compare Real-Life Cars to In-Game Vehicles

New Grand Theft Auto VI screenshots have been released with side-by-side comparisons of real-life vehicles and in-game models, featuring West Coast Customs recreations of iconic GTA cars and Rockstar's 'Launch Gallery' drop ahead of the November 19, 2026 launch.

Jason and Lucia artwork from GTA 6MACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-06

GTA 6 File Sizes Differ Across Xbox and PlayStation, Regional Variations Hint at Censorship

RockstarINTEL reports that updated backend data shows GTA 6’s Xbox download size exceeds the PlayStation 5 version, while regional builds on both platforms vary in ways that suggest possible censorship for Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. The Xbox global build measures 209.86 GiB (225.34 GB), larg

Rockstar Games announcement about GTA 6 pre-load and install sizeMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-11-04

GTA 6 Pre-Load Date, Release Time & Physical Map Confirmed

Rockstar Games has officially confirmed the GTA 6 pre-load schedule, install size, and release details. Pre-loading begins November 10 for digital editions, with a 212 GB install size required. The game will release at midnight local time on November 19, and a physical map will be included.

Grotti Turismo Omaggio and Rockstar Motorsport livery in GTA OnlineMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-10-31

Free Grotti Turismo Omaggio and Rockstar Motorsport Livery Via GTA Online Twitch Drops

RockstarINTEL reports that Rockstar Games and Twitch are offering GTA Online players a free Grotti Turismo Omaggio supercar and Rockstar Motorsport livery via Twitch Drops from October 30 through November 1, 2026.

GTA Online Halloween event week artwork showing spooky theme and bonus rewardsMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-10-07

GTA Online Halloween Event Ends: Final Week Bonuses (October 29–November 4)

RockstarINTEL reports the conclusion of GTA Online's month-long Halloween event with the weekly update for October 29–November 4, 2026. The final rotation includes new Kortz Center Heist targets, a reset first-completion bonus, an extra $400,000 for a no-death run, double rewards on the FIB Priority

GTA 6 Original Score Soundtrack vinyl and cover artMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-29

GTA 6 Original Score Soundtrack Announced, Vinyl Pre-Orders Go Live

Rockstar Games announces the GTA 6 Original Score composed by Justice, with vinyl and CD pre-orders live ahead of the December 2026 release.

Jason walking on a Vice City beach in GTA 6 gameplay shown on South ParkMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-29

Report: GTA 6 Gameplay Shown in New South Park Episode, RockstarINTEL Reports

RockstarINTEL reports that official Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay aired during a new South Park episode, featuring Jason and Lucia in Vice City and a beach scene with dense NPCs.

Concept image of Vice City branding for the reported Miami GTA 6 marketing takeoverMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-29

Rockstar Games Pays About $3.9 Million for GTA 6 Miami Marketing Deal

RockstarINTEL reports Rockstar Games and Miami-Dade County finalized a roughly $3.9 million GTA 6 marketing agreement for Vice City branding at Miami International Airport, PortMiami, and county traffic cabinets.

GTA 6 key art featuring protagonists Jason and LuciaMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-28

GTA 6 File Size Revealed: 210GB on PS5, Preload Starts November 12

GameSpot reports that the PlayStation 5 standard edition of Grand Theft Auto VI will occupy 210GB of storage, according to data from the PlayStation Game Size Twitter account. The figure is roughly double the install size of Red Dead Redemption 2. Preloading begins November 12, a week before the Nov

GTA 6 union vote announcementMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-27

GTA 6 Developers to Vote on Union Recognition

Rockstar Games UK staff are set to vote on union recognition during the GTA 6 launch, with voting scheduled from November 12 to 26.

GTA 6 Coffee Launch: Leonida Blend Available in MiamiMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-26

GTA 6 Coffee Launch: Leonida Blend Available in Miami

Gamespot reports that Vice City Bean has partnered with Rockstar Games to release the officially licensed GTA 6 Leonida coffee blend, a medium roast made from Colombian and Ethiopian beans, priced at $23 for a 10‑ounce bag, with options for ground, medium or fine grind, and limited availability ahea

Report: PureGym Shares Thumb Workouts to Prepare for GTA VI LaunchMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-24

Report: PureGym Shares Thumb Workouts to Prepare for GTA VI Launch

GameSpot reports PureGym shared three thumb exercises from trainer David Hope to help players warm up before Grand Theft Auto VI releases on November 19, alongside related launch-day projections and themed food at Miami's Kaseya Center.

Report: GTA 6’s New TV Trailer Is A Bit Different, See It For YourselfMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-24

Report: GTA 6’s New TV Trailer Is A Bit Different, See It For Yourself

Gamespot details new GTA 6 TV commercial variations, including removed shower scenes, extended airplane shots, Xbox logo removal, and real-life restaurant tie-ins ahead of launch.

GTA 6 launch day absenteeism study graphicMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-23

GTA 6 Worker Absenteeism Study Estimates Paid Leave Day, RockstarINTEL

A Uswitch study of 1,000 British gamers estimates nearly 34.5 million UK employees will skip work on Nov. 19.

GTA Online UFO Rewards 2026 bannerMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-10-23

How To Get The GTA Online UFO Rewards 2026

Guide to obtaining the Shocker weapon and Gray Space Interloper outfit during the 2026 UFO event week in GTA Online.

Extended GTA 6 launch trailer TV adMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-21

Extended GTA 6 Launch Trailer Airing on TV

RockstarINTEL reports an extended cut of the GTA 6 launch trailer aired on TV during an NBA broadcast.

Horse from Red Dead Redemption 2 with detailed testiclesMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-20

GTA 6's Vast Scope Means No Single Developer Knows It All, Says Rockstar

Eurogamer reports that Rockstar's autonomous development culture, which produced unexpected details like Red Dead Redemption 2's horse testicles, shapes GTA 6's unprecedented scale. Journalist Jason Schreier recounted Rockstar head of development Aaron Garbut discussing how developers independently

Report: Rahul Kohli Pitch for L.A. Noire Spinoff Idea Sounds IncredibleMACCA BLOG | Rockstar GamesRockstar Games | 2026-10-20

Report: Rahul Kohli Pitch for L.A. Noire Spinoff Idea Sounds Incredible

British actor Rahul Kohli pitches a multi-period L.A. Noire spinoff, while Take-Two explores future projects in the franchise and a new rumor hints at a Zodiac Killer-focused game.

Report: Citi Bank Predicts New Red Dead Game Could Launch by 2027-2028MACCA BLOG | Rockstar GamesRockstar Games | 2026-10-17

Report: Citi Bank Predicts New Red Dead Game Could Launch by 2027-2028

Investment bank Citi says a new Red Dead title could arrive in 2027 or 2028, but Rockstar's development cycle may make that timeline unrealistic.

Concept art of GTA 6 characters Jason and Lucia from RockstarINTELMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-17

Report: GTA 6 Leaker 'Cyberleek' Quits After Meme Coin Crash, Ending at Risk via Dead Man’s Switch

Credible RockstarINTEL reports that the notorious GTA 6 leaker 'Cyberleek' has ceased sharing content following a failed meme coin venture, leaving fans worried about unverified claims of a dead man’s switch protecting the game's ending.

Real-life GTA 6 modded vehicles driving in Miami marketing convoyMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-16

Report: Real Life GTA 6 Vehicles Are Driving Around Miami as Part of Rockstar Marketing Push

GameRant reports that Rockstar Games has deployed real-world vehicles modded to resemble Grand Theft Auto 6 cars on the streets of Miami as part of the game's marketing campaign. The convoy includes look-alikes of the Progen Emerus, Cheetah, Coquette D10, Tempesta, and Manana, with some bearing Leon

Jason and Lucia Lock and Load artwork for GTA 6MACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-15

New GTA 6 Screenshot and Launch Trailer Artwork Released

RockstarINTEL reports a brand new GTA 6 screenshot and launch trailer artwork featuring protagonists Jason and Lucia, confirming the November 19, 2026 release date.

GTA 6 Release Date, Review Timing and Insider Details Ahead of November 19MACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-15

GTA 6 Release Date, Review Timing and Insider Details Ahead of November 19

According to Gamespot, Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto 6 is scheduled for release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, but the exact timing of review publication has not been confirmed. Historical patterns suggest reviews typically go live one day prior to launch, as was the

Rockstar Claim GTA 6 Means Their Next Game Won't Take As Long To Make - RockstarINTELMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-14

Rockstar Says GTA 6 Will Speed Up Future Game Development

Rockstar says GTA 6's development tools and team will let them build the next game faster, cutting the typical eight‑year wait.

Jason Schreier and Lucia in muddy off‑road setting with a beer, from Bloomberg GTA 6 screenshotMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-14

New GTA 6 Screenshots Revealed via Bloomberg Interview

RockstarINTEL reports two new official GTA 6 screenshots shared by Bloomberg after Jason Schreier’s interview with Rockstar North staff, showing Lucia in mud and a fresh Pegassi model.

GTA 6 PC Port Could Arrive Within Three Months of Console LaunchMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-14

GTA 6 PC Port Could Arrive Within Three Months of Console Launch

GameSpot reports that Rockstar Games may release Grand Theft Auto 6 on PC in early 2027, just a few months after its planned November 2026 console debut.

New GTA 6 Merch Released Alongside Art Museum Exhibition - RockstarINTELMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-13

New GTA 6 Merch Released Alongside Art Museum Exhibition

Rockstar releases new GTA 6 merchandise and partners with Wynwood Walls Museum for a Stockyard-themed exhibition, featuring artwork from over a dozen artists.

GTA 6 boxed edition coverMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-12

GTA 6 Boxed Copies Sold Out At Some Retailers

GTA 6 physical editions are selling out ahead of the November 12 release, with Amazon US and Target reporting sold‑out pre‑orders as Rockstar maintains limited quantities.

GTA 6 Leak Hacker Trial Begins 10 Days Before ReleaseMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-11

GTA 6 Leak Hacker Trial Begins 10 Days Before Release

Notebookcheck reports that an individual accused of leaking GTA 6 gameplay footage is scheduled to go on trial approximately 10 days before the game's expected release date. The publication identified the legal proceeding as occurring in the near term, marking a significant development in the ongoin

GTA 6 leaker CyberLeek threat reportMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-10

GTA 6 Leaker CyberLeek Reportedly Threatens Full Playable Build

Eurogamer reports that GTA 6 leaker CyberLeek has threatened to release a complete, playable build of the game from start to finish, demanding a $30 million cryptocurrency market cap.

GTA 6 character Lucia listening to radio via smartphone-connected headphonesMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-10

GTA 6 Reveals 6 Radio Stations and On-Foot Podcasts

Rockstar Games has revealed six new radio stations for Grand Theft Auto 6 and confirmed a series first: players can listen to on-demand podcasts and music on foot. According to GameSpot, the announcement details the stations and their host DJs, while Eurogamer confirms the audio mechanics.

GTA 6 radio hosts announcement bannerMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-09

GTA 6 Radio Hosts Revealed: Bad Bunny, Lana Del Rey, Burna Boy, Kerry King

Rockstar confirms Bad Bunny, Lana Del Rey, Burna Boy and Kerry King as GTA 6 radio hosts.

GTA+ Month 55 promotional image showing the Pegassi Oppressor vehicleMACCA BLOG | Rockstar GamesRockstar Games | 2026-10-09

GTA+ Month 55 Launches with Free Vehicles and Discounts

Rockstar announces new GTA+ Month 55 perks including the Pegassi Oppressor as a free vehicle, Vinewood Car Club discounts, and new Chameleon Paints. Available until November 4th.

GTA 6 screenshot showing Vice City streets and neon lightsMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-08

GTA 6 Screenshots: Rockstar Reveals New Vice City Views

Rockstar Games has released three new Grand Theft Auto VI screenshots alongside in-engine radio station backgrounds, showcasing the vibrant streets of Vice City.

GTA 6 Wanted System Overhaul: Hit-and-Run Mechanics Detailed by RockstarMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-08

GTA 6 Wanted System Overhaul: Hit-and-Run Mechanics Detailed by Rockstar

GameSpot reports that Rockstar Games' head of development Rob Nelson described a revamped wanted system in GTA 6 during an IGN interview. The new "heat" system tracks the player's appearance and vehicle, encouraging evasion through outfit changes, haircuts, and splitting up with the co-protagonist r

GTA 6 in development screenshotMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-05

How Is A Game Like GTA 6 Actually Made? Here’s How Rockstar Gets It Done

Rockstar North boss Rob Nelson reveals GTA 6's development uses eight-week milestones, with content roughened across all areas, while teams focus on NPC depth, pedestrian dialogue, and detailed world-building for Vice City.

Grand Theft Auto 6 features 'detailed decapitation' and 'frequent and prominent' drug use, according to hastily deleted PEGI rating | PC GamerMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-05

GTA 6 Reportedly Includes Detailed Decapitation and Drug Use, per PEGI Rating

PC Gamer reports that a hastily deleted PEGI rating suggests Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature detailed decapitation and frequent, prominent drug use, with characters able to snort cocaine directly from hand.

Dan Houser in 2023 (credit: Video Games Chronicle)MACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-04

Dan Houser Avoids GTA 6 Reveal to Prevent Creative Influence

Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser, who departed the company in 2020, stated in a recent interview with Variety that he has not watched Grand Theft Auto 6’s extended reveal. He explained that actively avoiding such content helps him focus on new creative directions without being distracted by comp

Miami Heat rebranded as Vice City for GTA 6 themed gameMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-04

Miami Heat to Host 'A Night in Vice City' GTA 6 Themed Game Before Launch

The Miami Heat will rebrand as Vice City for one night on November 18, wearing GTA 6-inspired jerseys and playing on a themed court at the Kaseya Center against the Milwaukee Bucks. The event, airing on ESPN, is part of a partnership with Rockstar Games ahead of GTA 6's release on November 19.

Miami Heat Vice City branding tease at Kaseya CenterMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-03

GTA 6 x Miami Heat Rebrand As Vice City For Release Day Event

Rockstar Games and the Miami Heat have announced a 'Night in Vice City' collaboration, with the NBA franchise temporarily rebranding for a game on the eve of GTA VI's launch.

RockstarINTEL Lists GTA Online Ghost Exposed 2026 Ghost Locations and RewardsMACCA BLOG | GTA OnlineGTA Online | 2026-10-03

RockstarINTEL Lists GTA Online Ghost Exposed 2026 Ghost Locations and Rewards

RockstarINTEL reports that Rockstar Games brought back the GTA Online Ghost Exposed collectible event for Halloween 2026, with 10 ghost locations, Snapmatic photo rewards, and the Ghosts Exposed Jacket.

A promotional GTA 6 screen booth imageMACCA BLOG | NewsNews | 2026-10-03

GTA 6 Had A Really Busy Week

With less than 50 days until launch, GTA 6's marketing push ramps up: Love Magazine's Jason and Lucia cover, a Brooklyn mural spotting, Rockstar merch, and a Miami Heat takeover.

A stylized Grand Theft Auto 6 key art scene showing a sunset over Vice City's beachfront, palm trees, and neon signs reflecting on wet pavementMACCA BLOG | NewsNews | 2026-10-01

GTA 6's Weather System Sounds Like A Big Step Up

Rockstar's Owen Shepherd told Game Informer that Grand Theft Auto 6 features a re-engineered weather system with localized rain, dynamic cloudscapes, new wind effects, and tropical storms, with gameplay impacts still unknown.

GTA 6 Doesn't Compromise Scale For Detail, Rockstar SaysMACCA BLOG | GTA 6GTA 6 | 2026-10-01

GTA 6 Doesn't Compromise Scale For Detail, Rockstar Says

Rockstar's Aaron Garbut tells Game Informer the studio dialed up detail, scope, breadth, scale, interaction, and density for GTA 6 rather than trading one for another, ahead of the game's November 19 launch.

GTA 6 artwork featuring a character in a tropical settingMACCA BLOG | NewsNews | 2026-09-30

GTA 6 map is twice the size of GTA 5, features hurricanes and tropical storms, Rockstar confirms

Rockstar has confirmed GTA 6's map is the largest it has ever created 'by some degree,' twice as large as GTA 5, with a new localized weather system that includes tropical storms and hurricanes.

Dutch Police Arrest Suspect in ShinyHunters InvestigationMACCA BLOG | Rockstar GamesRockstar Games | 2026-09-29

Dutch Police Arrest Suspect in ShinyHunters Investigation

Dutch police say they arrested a man suspected of involvement with ShinyHunters, the group that claimed an earlier Rockstar Games breach. The arrest and separate murder solicitation allegation remain under investigation.

How Grand Theft Auto Built Its Open-World IdentityMACCA BLOG | Game HistoryGame History | 2026-09-29

How Grand Theft Auto Built Its Open-World Identity

A source-led look at the design ideas that connect Grand Theft Auto's changing cities, player freedom and satirical storytelling.