Rockstar Games has recently faced controversy after the firing of 30 to 40 employees, accused of leaking confidential information including development secrets of Grand Theft Auto 6. The Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain claims the terminations were a blatant act of union-busting as many of the affected employees were part of a private Discord group related to union activities. Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar's parent company, denied these allegations, insisting the firings were due to gross misconduct and not related to union engagement. This incident escalates concerns around company security, especially after last year's significant leak of GTA 6 material. As the excitement builds for the game's expected release in May next year, security remains a top priority for the studio, which has emphasized its commitment to safeguarding sensitive information amidst ongoing labor disputes.

What happened with the recent Rockstar Games employee firings?

Rockstar Games fired 30 to 40 employees, accusing them of leaking confidential information, which the company claims is unrelated to their involvement in union activities. The Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain argues the dismissals are attempts at union suppression.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is one of the most anticipated video games, with analysts predicting it could be the biggest entertainment launch ever. Rockstar has maintained a high level of secrecy surrounding the game, releasing only limited trailers and screenshots. Following previous leaks, the studio has been under increased pressure to ensure cybersecurity and has implemented strict policies to manage workspace attendance, which has led to further tension with employees regarding union representation and workplace conditions.