Grand Theft Auto 6: Extended Look Sparks Netflix Viewership Spike, as Streamer Experiences Momentary Wobble

Rockstar's new extended preview of Grand Theft Auto 6 caused Netflix's U.S. streaming numbers to jump by half during its broadcast, though the platform briefly struggled to handle the surge in traffic. The simultaneous release on Netflix marked an unusual partnership between the streaming service and the game publisher for a major game reveal.

• Rockstar released an extended preview video for Grand Theft Auto 6
• The reveal streamed on Netflix alongside other platforms
• Netflix U.S. viewership increased 50% during the broadcast
• Netflix experienced temporary technical issues from the traffic spike

Based on reporting by IGN All