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Grand Theft Auto VI faces online criticism ahead of release

Online critics have targeted the upcoming title over character depictions, according to Wired.

Updated Sep 12, 2026 · 11:47 UTC1 reports

The short version

  • Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled to launch on November 19, featuring lead characters Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval.[Wired]
  • A third-party analytics firm estimates Rockstar Games has already secured 5.28 million preorders, surpassing $500 million in revenue.[Wired]
  • The game has faced complaints from some online users about character scenes, while several right-wing commentators are withholding judgment until release.[Wired]

Key facts

  • Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled for release on November 19.[Wired]
  • An external data analytics firm estimated that preorders for Grand Theft Auto VI have reached 5.28 million units, producing over $500 million in revenue.[Wired]
  • The game features two main characters named Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval.[Wired]
  • Commentators Zack Hoyt and Nick Fuentes decided to withhold judgment on the game prior to its launch.[Wired]

What remains uncertain

  • The reported 5.28 million sales and $500 million revenue figures are external third-party estimates and have not been confirmed by Rockstar Games.[Wired]
  • Rockstar Games did not immediately respond to a request for comment regarding online reactions.[Wired]

Sources

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