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Rockstar Explains GTA 6’s Approach to Real-World Events

Rockstar has addressed why GTA 6 avoids incorporating contemporary real-world events into its narrative. The studio noted that the game's extended development period, which began in 2015, makes timely references potentially outdated or misaligned by the time of release.

  • GTA 6 development started in 2015, creating a long gap between creation and launch
  • Rockstar cited the extended production cycle as the reason for avoiding topical stories
  • The studio considers real-world event references risky due to potential datedness upon release
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