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Army Commander Reportedly Offering GTA 6 Bonus For Re
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- A memo reportedly from Fort Stewart, Georgia, offers soldiers in the 9th Brigade Engineer Battalion a special four-day pass from November 20-23, 2026, as an incentive to re-enlist before November 14, coinciding with the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI on November 19.
- The pass aims to boost morale and retention by allowing eligible active-duty enlisted soldiers time off to play the highly anticipated game, but it is not an Army-wide initiative.
- The memo, signed by Lt. Col. Ryan Hodgson, appears authentic based on verified details, though its legitimacy has not been officially confirmed by the Army or Fort Stewart.
- This unique incentive reflects ongoing efforts by Army commanders to maintain re-enlistment rates, with gaming time being used as a novel motivational tool.
- The launch of GTA 6 is expected to impact workplaces and institutions nationwide, potentially leading to increased absences or creative recruitment strategies around the game's release.
