I think I might be done with Rockstar Games

Mister Apoc

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This is ridiculous, 16 months of damn silence to hit us with a delay. They couldn't even give us a screenshot, like they did with past delay announcements. I guess I should of seen the writing on the wall, this company isn't the same company it was back in the day. A total disregard for single player games, RDR 2 might of sold well but its viewed as a critical failure. I had hope that VI was going to be something of a redemption for them but i don't even care anymore

They told us how they think about us with this delay
 
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The fuck is this petulant child bullshit? Rockstar could never release a game again. They owe you nothing.

What they owe you when they release a game is a good product, nothing else.

And their games are shit anyway.
 
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I'm quite skeptical of the company these days. The missions in RDR2 were atrocious and very limiting in what you could do and how you could do them. Then there was the GTA V Online fuckery so I don't trust them to put out a solid single player game like I used to. Gonna wait for reviews and user assessments before I decide to support the game, although I know I'm in the minority on that one.

It'll likely still be a good game (I hope) but I don't care at all for the online aspect of these games, and I sure as hell am not buying multiple copies for multiple generations.

It baffles me how many people buy the game, but also, at the same time, how many people claim they don't finish it and just like to fuck around.
 
All I have seen of GTA VI is some whale twerking her big fat ass on the roof of a car. :lollipop_pensive:

Hope they are working on some very, very cool gameplay and game design stuff because otherwise GTA VI will be yet another open world game with average gameplay and maybe (maybe) a cool story, same as previous Rockstar games.
 
I'm quite skeptical of the company these days. The missions in RDR2 were atrocious and very limiting in what you could do and how you could do them. Then there was the GTA V Online fuckery so I don't trust them to put out a solid single player game like I used to. Gonna wait for reviews and user assessments before I decide to support the game, although I know I'm in the minority on that one.

It'll likely still be a good game (I hope) but I don't care at all for the online aspect of these games, and I sure as hell am not buying multiple copies for multiple generations.

It baffles me how many people buy the game, but also, at the same time, how many people claim they don't finish it and just like to fuck around.

There was also a mass exodus of talent at one point, with the founders making new companies.
 
Red Dead Redemption 2 is most certainly not a "critical failure". 97 Metacritic and over 175 Game Of The Year awards beg to differ.
 
Red Dead Redemption 2 is most certainly not a "critical failure". 97 Metacritic and over 175 Game Of The Year awards beg to differ.
what is the general consensus among most gamers though, i thought many had issues with the slow pace, slow movement etc.
 
This is ridiculous, 16 months of damn silence to hit us with a delay. They couldn't even give us a screenshot, like they did with past delay announcements. I guess I should of seen the writing on the wall, this company isn't the same company it was back in the day. A total disregard for single player games, RDR 2 might of sold well but its viewed as a critical failure. I had hope that VI was going to be something of a redemption for them but i don't even care anymore

They told us how they think about us with this delay

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There are 2 splinter studios. Dan Houser made one and Leslie Benzies made one.
I know, but I'm not sure how many people they brought with them from R*.

Leslie had already cut ties with Rockstar a while ago.

We must not forget that Lazlow, who was the main writer for all radio dialogue and later I think even story stuff also left. I'm more sad that he's gone, since he was the heart and soul of so much of the dialogue.
 
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what is the general consensus among most gamers though, i thought many had issues with the slow pace, slow movement etc.

Because brainrot and tiktok generation cant handle a slow game playing like a western

I doubt they'd even manage to sit through the intro to Once Upon a Time in the West before flipping open their phone



(this isnt even the full 12 minutes)
 
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I wasn't really all that excited for GTA VI anyway for a multitude of reasons
  • GTA V was a disappointment to me. I didn't like any of the characters, the story did nothing for me, and I don't care for the setting.
  • Speaking of settings. Florida is trash and one of the stains on my country. Unappealing in every single way, and full of culture that I don't really care about at all. Vice City is one of my favorite games but it mostly comes down to the time period. Modern Florida could sink and our country would be better for it.
  • Online focus. I don't care how expansive the campaign is we all know they are gonna go balls deep in online and GTA online is one of the most boring and uninteresting things to me.
  • Modern Rockstar is just boring to me. They don't have any bite anymore and I don't see a new GTA in our current climate being what I want. RDR2 is a good game with some of the highest highs I've had in gaming but also the lowest lows and a story that is bloated and twice as long as it should be.
 
This is ridiculous, 16 months of damn silence to hit us with a delay. They couldn't even give us a screenshot, like they did with past delay announcements. I guess I should of seen the writing on the wall, this company isn't the same company it was back in the day. A total disregard for single player games, RDR 2 might of sold well but its viewed as a critical failure. I had hope that VI was going to be something of a redemption for them but i don't even care anymore

They told us how they think about us with this delay
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I was done with them once they solely focus on graphics and gameplay with proper control took back sit.
 
what is the general consensus among most gamers though, i thought many had issues with the slow pace, slow movement etc.
To me it's one of the greatest video games ever made, an immersive masterpiece that to this day, still impresses even on a technical level.

It's also sold over 70 million copies. So it does t make sense to say "LOLZ GAME FAILED" when a few people on a forum thought the shooting could've been better. On every measurable level, the game succeeded wildly.

GTA6 being delayed is annoying but there's nothing we can do about it. Just play other stuff for now.
 
This is ridiculous, 16 months of damn silence to hit us with a delay. They couldn't even give us a screenshot, like they did with past delay announcements. I guess I should of seen the writing on the wall, this company isn't the same company it was back in the day. A total disregard for single player games, RDR 2 might of sold well but its viewed as a critical failure. I had hope that VI was going to be something of a redemption for them but i don't even care anymore

They told us how they think about us with this delay
First world problems. Get a grip.
 
This is ridiculous, 16 months of damn silence to hit us with a delay. They couldn't even give us a screenshot, like they did with past delay announcements. I guess I should of seen the writing on the wall, this company isn't the same company it was back in the day. A total disregard for single player games, RDR 2 might of sold well but its viewed as a critical failure. I had hope that VI was going to be something of a redemption for them but i don't even care anymore

They told us how they think about us with this delay

I asked Grok to describe what a future screenshot would look like for GTA6 if the image were to be released on launch day.

Enjoy:

Setting and Composition:
The screenshot captures a bustling street scene in Vice City, the neon-soaked, Miami-inspired hub of GTA 6's fictional state of Leonida. It's dusk, with a vibrant sunset casting a pinkish-orange glow across the skyline, reflecting off glass skyscrapers and the rippling surface of a nearby canal. Palm trees line the boulevard, their fronds swaying gently in a simulated breeze. The frame centers on one of the protagonists, Lucia, standing in the foreground, her detailed character model showcasing lifelike skin textures, dynamic hair physics, and a casual yet stylish outfit (perhaps a cropped jacket and jeans, consistent with the trailer's modern aesthetic). Behind her, the city pulses with activity: NPCs crowd the sidewalks, some snapping selfies for the game's in-world social media, while cars—ranging from sleek supercars to weathered pickups—cruise by.
Visual Details and Graphics:
The screenshot is a technical marvel, rendered in 4K resolution with ray-traced lighting that creates realistic shadows and reflections. The asphalt glistens with subtle puddles from a recent rain, reflecting neon signs advertising fictional brands like "Sprunk" or new Vice City nightclubs. Building facades are intricately detailed, with visible interiors through windows—some showing furnished apartments or shops, adding depth to the urban environment, as noted in fan analyses of trailer screenshots. The water in the canal shimmers with volumetric effects, its surface disturbed by wind and passing boats, a nod to the "insane attention to detail" in coastal scenes described in leaks.



The crowd of NPCs is diverse, with hundreds on-screen, each with unique animations and clothing, powered by Rockstar's advanced RAGE engine. Some NPCs engage in dynamic interactions, like arguing or dancing to music from a nearby street performer, enhancing the "living world" feel akin to Red Dead Redemption 2 but scaled up for a modern city. The screenshot includes subtle environmental storytelling: a graffiti-covered alley, a flickering "Vice City PD" drone hovering above, and distant billboards teasing in-game events or brands.
Color Palette and Atmosphere:
The color palette is bold and saturated, evoking Miami's vibrant energy. Neon pinks, purples, and blues dominate the signage and lighting, contrasted by the warm hues of the sunset and lush greens of tropical foliage. A faint haze hangs in the air, suggesting humidity, while volumetric clouds catch the fading sunlight, their 3D forms adding depth to the sky, as highlighted in fan discussions. The screenshot avoids the heavy filters of early leaks, presenting a crisp, polished look that screams next-gen fidelity, with "graphics honestly some of the best" even in pre-alpha builds.

UI Elements:
In the corner, a sleek mini-map displays a portion of Vice City's sprawling layout, possibly hinting at the larger Leonida map that includes rural areas and the "Gator Keys." Unlike some dubious leaks with oversized mini-maps, this one is compact and unobtrusive, blending seamlessly with the HUD. A small objective marker or notification might pop up, teasing a mission or side activity like "meet Jason at the docks," tying into the dual-protagonist narrative. The overall UI is minimal, letting the world take center stage, a hallmark of Rockstar's design philosophy.


Specific Details from Source Material:
Drawing from leaked screenshots and trailer analyses, the scene includes coastal elements like distant beaches or docks, with water physics that rival Red Dead Redemption 2's. Buildings feature intricate textures, with visible wear on older structures and pristine glass on modern ones, as fans noted in a trailer shot showing multiple interiors. The screenshot might subtly reference the game's social media integration, with an NPC's phone screen briefly visible, displaying a mock "LifeInvader" post. While interiors may not be fully accessible, their presence adds immersion, similar to Marvel's Spider-Man 2's cityscape.



Theoretical Flourishes:
To mark launch day, the screenshot could include a celebratory touch, like a festival or parade in the background, with fireworks or confetti subtly tying into the game's release hype. Alternatively, it might showcase a high-octane moment, like Lucia mid-chase, with police cars and drones in pursuit, their lights cutting through the twilight. The attention to detail—down to individual leaves on plants or reflections in a car's chrome—would leave fans "drooling," as they were over early leaks.



Critical Notes:
While this description aligns with Rockstar's reputation for pushing graphical boundaries and the excitement around GTA 6's visuals, some skepticism is warranted. Leaks, like those from 2021-2022, often show early builds, and fan-made or AI-generated images can inflate expectations. The final game may prioritize performance over photorealism on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, especially with a map as vast as Leonida. Still, Rockstar's history (GTA V, Red Dead Redemption 2) and Take-Two's confidence in a "generational leap" suggest the screenshot would be visually stunning.



This theoretical screenshot would likely break the internet, as fans predicted for new images, capturing the chaotic, vibrant, and hyper-detailed world of GTA 6 that players can't wait to explore.
 
This is ridiculous, 16 months of damn silence to hit us with a delay. They couldn't even give us a screenshot, like they did with past delay announcements. I guess I should of seen the writing on the wall, this company isn't the same company it was back in the day. A total disregard for single player games, RDR 2 might of sold well but its viewed as a critical failure. I had hope that VI was going to be something of a redemption for them but i don't even care anymore

They told us how they think about us with this delay
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RDR2 most certainly is jot a failure. It is still on the top ten sellers on many lists. It caught some hate from hard-core gamers but the general public loves it and Arthur Morgan is one of the most popular protagonists ever.

I don't like the delay either but any Rockstar fan knows delays are almost a ritual with them.
 
I loved the RD series but GTA has never been a good game especially in the gameplay and story elements which is what i care the most about.

The whacky do anything aspect just doesn't move the needle for me.
 
"I might be done with Rockstar Ga-" motherfucker, the game isn't out for another 12+ months. What are you gonna do? Continue to not buy the game they won't sell you?
 
Over a digital toy that you haven't even spent money on yet? Alright, OP, that's your prerogative lol. It's giving certain amounts of immaturity, though.
 
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