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[Satire] Rockstar Says GTA VI Will Deliberately Avoid Modern Political References

Rockstar says the game will still satirize contemporary issues through original characters and scenarios, with GTA 5 having sold over 200 million copies.

  • The highly anticipated GTA will launch on PS5 and Xbox Series consoles on November 19, 2026, with Rockstar projecting up to $5.2 billion in sales by the end of launch week.
  • Rockstar aims to avoid dated content by exploring contemporary themes through original characters rather than direct political references, steering clear of 'Borderlands'-style gags that feel timeless.
  • GTA features dual protagonists Jason and Lucia navigating a crime spree across Leonida, a fictionalized Florida. Senior Vice President of Narrative Rupert Humphries said the world is built from research trips capturing authentic local culture.
  • The Local NBA team the Miami Heat will wear GTA-themed uniforms during its upcoming match to celebrate the game's launch, demonstrating the franchise's cultural footprint ahead of release.
  • While previous GTAs drew heavily on New York politics, Rockstar's latest entry shifts focus to broader satire. The previous game continues breaking records with over 200 million copies sold across consoles and PC.
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ITHardware broke the news on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
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