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GTA 6 development unlikely to be impacted by SAG-AFTRA strike
GTA 6 is exempt from the strike stipulations as it entered production before August 25, 2023
The ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike by video game voice actors over the use of AI voice likenesses is an important issue that could disrupt various current video game projects. However, the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, set for a 2025 release, is expected to remain unaffected.
GTA 6 is exempt from the strike stipulations as it entered production before August 25, 2023. This exemption also applies to ongoing live service games, which are covered under a previous contract.
While voice actors may choose to refrain from working on the game in solidarity with the strike, they cannot be penalized for doing so. It remains unclear how many of Rockstar's voice actors are SAG-AFTRA members, as the game's cast has not been officially disclosed.
Any potential delays in GTA 6's release are more likely to stem from the usual challenges associated with developing a AAA game rather than the strike. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has expressed confidence in a fall 2025 release, though delays are common in the industry.
The full impact of the SAG-AFTRA strike on the video game industry remains uncertain. For now, GTA 6 fans can be reassured that the game's development is likely to proceed without significant disruption.