
Rockstar Games unexpectedly fired 31 developers working on Grand Theft Auto 6 on October 30, 2025, leading to protests and widespread criticism. The company stated the firings were due to serious misconduct, but the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain (IWGB) challenged the decision in court, with some fired workers alleging it was an attempt to discourage union activity. Employees protested outside Rockstar North’s offices, but a court initially ruled in Rockstar’s favor in January 2026. Even as that legal case continues, Rockstar Games is now facing further public criticism for being named on a list of UK companies that haven’t paid workers correctly.