GTA 6 gets a map, Epic delays its Disney shooter amid AI pivot

Physical copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 look set to include a map, according to details that have surfaced ahead of the game's release — a nod to the fold-out inserts that used to ship with Rockstar titles as standard. The studio's narrative lead has also been speaking about the game's themes, saying the American Dream feels more modest now but remains out of reach, which tracks with what little Rockstar has revealed about the game's setting and tone.

Epic Games has delayed its crossover shooter set in the Marvel and Star Wars universes, and the delay appears tied directly to the studio's push toward generative AI in development. Reports describe Epic adopting an 'AI first' production model, with one account noting the studio wants to move away from hand-written code entirely on the project. The news lands awkwardly given that VRChat's community is simultaneously protesting an influx of AI-generated content onto that platform, citing damage to discoverability.

Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone has been candid about the pressure surrounding Haunted Chocolatier, saying he is struggling because of the precedent he set with Stardew Valley — and has confirmed the new game leans more toward action RPG than its predecessor. Hello Games, fresh off confirming No Man's Sky is coming to mobile, says development of Light No Fire played a part in making that port possible. And a demo for Metaphor: ReFantazio is now live on Switch 2 for anyone wanting to try the RPG before committing.