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GTA 6 launch threatened on PS5 as PC port reveal highlighted as only real fix
GAMINGbible • • technology
Key Points:
- PlayStation 5 consoles are increasingly being hacked, allowing users to play games without payment, which raises concerns for upcoming titles like Grand Theft Auto VI despite Sony's firmware updates to combat jailbreaks.
- Rockstar Games has not officially confirmed a GTA VI PC port, but leaks and past Take-Two Interactive comments suggest a release in Q1 2027, potentially helping to mitigate piracy issues on consoles.
- The early breaking of PS5 firmware needed for GTA VI could enable hackers to decompile the game and create unofficial PC ports, as seen with other PlayStation titles like Bloodborne.
- Take-Two’s CEO notes that the primary player base for GTA games is on consoles, explaining Rockstar’s focus on console releases first, but an earlier PC release could reduce piracy risks.
- GTA VI’s PC port is expected to offer improved performance and visuals, though official mod support or exclusive features remain unlikely; the game’s launch on November 19 is anticipated to be a major event in gaming.
