Why I'm Not Buying Grand Theft Auto VI (and You Shouldn't Either)

Grand Theft Auto VI recently revealed an extended look at the came, and it couldn't be clearer that it encapsulated everything wrong with the current state of the modern video games industry. In this honest discussion, I break down why GTA 6 is overhyped, how it contributes to bad games industry practices, and why I will not be buying it. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:51 - Poorly Optimized Games 1:35 - Clunky, Unrefined Gameplay 2:16 - Rockstar Shilling & Excuses 3:32 - Tone & Narrative 4:08 - Anti-Consumer Practices & Bad Industry Precedents 6:14 - Playing it Too Safe 6:44 - Outro If you’re debating whether to buy GTA6 on PS5, Xbox, or PC, I strongly encourage you to ask yourself whether you really think that it sets a good precedent and if you are happy with where gaming stands today. If you are, by all means purchase it. But if, like me, you've been wanting to see an industry reset, it's more important now than ever to vote with your wallet.