GTA 6: updates, expectations and legal controversies

Developments around Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) have been a hot topic among gamers and industry insiders over the past few months. While the game is expected on 19 November 2026, there is plenty to discuss, from trailers to legal scandals.

Hype and expectations

The hype around GTA 6 continues to grow. The latest trailer for the game was released more than a year ago, and since then fan expectations have risen dramatically. Fans have voiced their frustration on various platforms, including Google Maps, where they have left negative reviews for Rockstar North, the Scottish studio behind the series. This is happening while they wait for more information and a newer trailer.

In the meantime, some fans are so focused that they are even tracking foot traffic at a nearby café to predict when the next trailer will be released. These activities reflect the huge anticipation for the game and fans' tendency to analyse every small detail that might bring them closer to the reveal of new information.

Legal controversies

The wait for GTA 6 is marked not only by a desire for new information, but also by legal trouble. In October 2025, Rockstar laid off 34 employees, a decision many have described as an example of 'union busting'. The employees, who were involved in a union, were dismissed for allegedly breaching confidentiality on a Discord server.

These incidents have drawn significant criticism from British politicians, including members of the Labour Party. More than 200 employees signed an open letter condemning Rockstar's decisions, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the dismissal of the employees as