New allegations have surfaced regarding Rockstar Games' workplace practices, with developers accusing the Grand Theft Auto 6 creator of enforcing crunch, weaponizing bonus payments, and neglecting a widening gender pay gap. These claims emerge as employees pursue official union recognition following a series of sackings in 2025.
Multiple developers have reportedly accused Rockstar of failing to address gender-based pay inequity and actively facilitating a culture of crunch in its United Kingdom offices. According to a new report, bonus payments have been used as leverage against employees. These accusations add to ongoing concerns about labor conditions within the game development industry. The situation is developing as employees seek to formalize their collective bargaining rights.