Fresh details about the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI have surfaced from an unlikely source: a British courtroom. Documents from an ongoing legal dispute involving Rockstar Games hint that the blockbuster title could feature online multiplayer lobbies supporting up to 32 players.
Legal Battle Uncovers Game Secrets
The information emerged from a tribunal case brought by the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain (IWGB) against Rockstar. The union is representing over 30 developers, predominantly from Rockstar North's Edinburgh headquarters, who were dismissed. The company stands accused of union-busting.
During the proceedings, Rockstar alleged that the former employees had leaked confidential information about unannounced game features. Central to this claim is the mention of 32-player online lobbies for GTA 6. While the current title, GTA Online, allows for 30 players plus two spectators, this potential increase suggests a more expansive multiplayer experience.
The Evidence and Rockstar's Response
According to reports from the YouTube channel People Make Games, which has seen the evidence, the 32-player figure was discussed by IWGB members in conversations concerning workloads and time-off. Rockstar's legal team argues that merely referencing this number constitutes the disclosure of "highly confidential" information.
Further messages included in court filings reveal a sacked staff member describing a quality assurance (QA) session as "difficult," despite it only involving 32 players. This additional context lends weight to the authenticity of the lobby size detail.
Sky-High Hype and Potential Delays
The hype for Grand Theft Auto VI, set in a modernised Vice City, is already immense. Every new leak, such as this multiplayer detail, sends the fan community into a frenzy. The game is officially scheduled for release on November 19, 2026.
However, given Rockstar's historical tendency to delay major releases, many gamers are cautiously optimistic and braced for a potential postponement. Regardless, anticipation is building globally, with millions expecting GTA 6 to become one of the biggest entertainment launches in history when it finally arrives.
