What happened
According to IGN, Dan Houser, the former co-boss of Rockstar Games and former creative director on the Grand Theft Auto series, does not plan on playing GTA 6. This decision is reportedly due to his desire to avoid being influenced by other open-world games as he works on his new game projects at Absurd Ventures.
Why it matters for GTA 6 players
Dan Houser's decision to avoid playing GTA 6 highlights the importance of creative independence in game development, particularly for industry veterans like Houser who are working on new and innovative projects.
What is confirmed
Dan Houser will not be playing GTA 6, citing his desire to maintain creative independence and avoid influence from other open-world games as he develops new projects at Absurd Ventures. GTA 6 is set to release on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
What remains unclear
The specifics of Dan Houser's new game projects at Absurd Ventures remain unclear, although it is mentioned that the studio is working on two games and has already released a graphic novel series called American Caper.
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