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GameStop has raised the price of used PlayStation 5 Pro consoles to $1,399.99 for digital models and $1,499.99 for disc versions, exceeding the $899.99 cost of new units. An internal memo confirms the markup is intentional due to severe stock shortages driven by the upcoming launch of Grand Theft Auto VI and ongoing memory chip constraints.
Microsoft has secured the rights to stream Grand Theft Auto VI via Xbox Cloud Gaming at launch, a move Xbox CEO Asha Sharma highlighted as unique among platform holders. The deal is not exclusive and does not extend to PC streaming, limiting access to Xbox consoles. This announcement coincides with new restrictions on Xbox Cloud Gaming hours and the introduction of a pay-as-you-go model, timed to coincide with the game's November release.
GameStop has raised the price of pre-owned PlayStation 5 Pro consoles to $1,400 for digital editions and $1,500 for physical versions, exceeding the $900 cost of new units. This pricing strategy, confirmed by an internal memo, reflects severe supply shortages driven by the upcoming November launch of Grand Theft Auto VI.
GameStop is raising the price of used PlayStation 5 Pro consoles to $1,399 for digital editions and $1,499 for physical versions, exceeding the current new retail price of $899. This move, effective October 6, 2026, reflects severe stock shortages driven by the upcoming November 19 launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. While new units remain out of stock at major retailers, used units are now priced higher due to intense consumer demand and scalper activity.
Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially launched Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), a new AI-driven upscaling technology for the standard PlayStation 5. Announced on October 1, 2026, QSSR is a streamlined version of the PS5 Pro’s exclusive PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), designed to improve image detail and stability on hardware lacking dedicated machine learning silicon. The technology is the result of the 'Project Amethyst' collaboration between Sony and AMD. The first titles to receive QSSR patches are 'Marvel’s Wolverine' and 'Ghost of Yōtei'. While official channels describe this as a broad platform update, industry insiders suggest the development was accelerated by Rockstar Games' technical requirements for 'Grand Theft Auto VI', which necessitated high-fidelity visuals on base hardware.
The Miami Heat have announced a partnership with Rockstar Games to host 'A Night in Vice City' on November 18, featuring a new uniform, a custom court, and themed programming. The event serves as a promotional tie-in for the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, which launches the following day.
The Miami Heat have partnered with Rockstar Games to transform their home arena into a 'Vice City' experience on November 18, the eve of the Grand Theft Auto VI release. The event features new uniforms, a custom court, and themed signage.
Rockstar Games has detailed the scope of Grand Theft Auto VI through a Game Informer cover story, confirming the game’s fictional Florida state, Leonida, is twice the size of GTA 5’s map. The title, launching November 19, 2026, features over 170 animal species, dynamic localized weather including hurricanes, and a relationship system for the protagonists Jason and Lucia. While IGN and Aftermath have ranked specific wildlife entries, Rockstar emphasizes the environmental realism and density of the new open world.
Rockstar Games has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will feature over 170 animal species and a re-engineered weather system capable of simulating hurricanes and tropical storms. The game, set in the fictional state of Leonida based on Florida, will include detailed environmental interactions, such as dynamic wind effects and persistent weather conditions that alter the landscape. The title is scheduled for release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Rockstar Games confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will feature advanced weather systems, including tropical storms and hurricanes, in its Florida-inspired setting. The game also includes over 170 animal species, with detailed fur and environmental interactions.
The digital edition of Game Informer’s November 2026 issue has launched, featuring a 14-page cover story on Grand Theft Auto VI. The issue includes 12 new screenshots, exclusive developer interviews, and details on the game’s setting, Leonida, which mirrors South Florida. A newly revealed artwork depicts protagonists Jason and Lucia in a bullet-riddled convertible, connecting to recent soundtrack vinyl releases. The game is scheduled for release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Game Informer reveals the cover of Grand Theft Auto VI, featuring protagonists Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos in the fictional state of Leonida. The game, launching November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, emphasizes a dense, reactive open world with dynamic traffic, realistic weather, and varied NPC behaviors. Rockstar describes the setting as its most complex yet, focusing on emergent gameplay rather than marked objectives.
Rockstar Games has launched a $400 physical collector's box for Grand Theft Auto VI, titled 'The Goodtime State – Vice City Collection.' The package includes 11 premium merchandise items, such as a Macca the Gator figure, Oakley sunglasses, and a crossbody bag, but notably excludes a copy of the game. The bundle is available for pre-order via the Rockstar Store and is scheduled to ship on November 19, 2026, coinciding with the game's release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. This release has sparked immediate criticism regarding its high price point and the absence of the software, though analysts suggest it may sell out quickly due to high demand.
Rockstar Games has announced a limited 'Goodtime State Vice City' collector’s box for Grand Theft Auto VI, priced at £349. The package, which does not include a copy of the game, is available for pre-order and contains various merchandise items. Notably, the set includes a magnetic mirror, a razor blade keychain, and a swizzle spoon, which together resemble tools used for preparing illicit substances. While Rockstar has not explicitly addressed this implication, the items align with the provocative nature of the GTA series and its drug-related storylines. The collection also features a Macca the Gator figure, Oakley Frogskins sunglasses, and other themed accessories. This release occurs ahead of the game’s November launch and follows recent leaks and controversies surrounding the title.
Keith Richards contributes a gritty cover of Jimmy Reed's 1961 blues classic Bright Lights, Big City to Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album, a 34-track soundtrack meant to capture Vice City’s electric energy; Richards’ guitar and vocal bring a stronger, Mississippi-Dartford drawl, with Reed’s harmonica omitted, while recording details remain unclear amid the Stones’ 2026 plans; the GTA VI soundtrack is set for release on November 19.