'Locking a gameplay trailer behind a Netflix subscription is a new level of greed' GTA 6 callout Rockstar for 'paywalling' the game's extended look

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Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:33:05 +0000

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Grand Theft Auto 6 fans have called out Rockstar Games for "paywalling" the game's upcoming extended look.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Grand Theft Auto 6 fans have criticized Rockstar Games' most recent marketing stunt The studio is
releasing an extended look at the game, which premieres on Netflix before other platforms Fans have called the move "greedy" and "everything that's wrong with gaming in 2026" Grand Theft Auto 6 fans have called out developer Rockstar for "paywalling" the upcoming extended look at the game.

The biggest game launch of all time is getting closer by the day, and
Rockstar officially kicked GTA 6 's marketing into full gear with the announcement that a special preview for GTA 6 will be revealed on August 27
on Netflix, titled ' Grand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look.' The presentation, which many expect will be something of an official gameplay trailer, will premiere on the subscription service first and later be released on YouTube . However, while plenty of fans are excited to finally have something to look forward to in the lead-up to the game's release, some have criticised the decision. Latest Videos From TechRadar Watch full video here:

"Locking a gameplay trailer behind a Netflix subscription is a new level of greed," one user wrote on X .

It's true that if fans want to watch the extended look premiere on Netflix, they'll have to pay a subscription fee, or wait six hours before it's
released on YouTube, which might cause some FOMO. You may like We could finally be getting the next GTA 6 trailer as Rockstar announces a special 'extended look' that will premiere on... Netflix? We asked hundreds about GTA 6's price, and the majority said it was too high Rockstar could be following the Red Dead Redemption 2 playbook with GTA 6's release here's what that could mean for trailer 3, the gameplay reveal, and more

"No disc, so you'll never own the game," another user began, referring to the fact that GTA 6 physical editions won't have a disc . "100 euro if you want all content, and now you need a Netflix subscription for an early look at gameplay even if pre-orders have already started. Truly everything that's wrong with gaming in 2026." Paid Subscription required just to watch an advertisement. We are truly living in the future. pic.twitter.com/dlyzxW7isQ August 6, 2026 "Making us sub to netflix to watch an advertisement is next level greed, scum and villainy," another wrote in the replies, as someone
else said, "Making their trailers pay-to-watch is a crazy move." Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

The announcement post is filled with similar responses, but even with the negativity surrounding the move, there's no doubt that GTA 6 will perform
well when it launches on November 19.

Despite the controversy surrounding the game's physical editions, it's reported that GTA 6 is a top seller at multiple retailers .

According to analysts, the game reportedly achieved the strongest pre-order period ever and is on track to earn over $5 billion by the end of its launch week , which would be an estimated 51 million copies sold. Follow TechRadar
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