Rockstar Angers GTA VI Fans with Unexpected Red Dead Online Post

On May 12, 2026, Rockstar Games fans were anticipating major news about GTA VI - the community was convinced that the studio would show a third trailer or open pre-orders for the game. However, instead, Rockstar released an update for Red Dead Online, which caused a wave of anger among players.

Fans linked their expectations to reports from British stores and Take-Two's financial statements. A possible announcement was actively discussed on social media, and the tension around GTA VI reached its peak.

However, instead of news from Vice City, Rockstar published a post about a new series of events in Red Dead Online. Players were offered fourfold rewards – RDO$, gold, and experience – for races, and the best participants were promised a ruby belt buckle.

Amidst the hype surrounding GTA VI, the publication provoked a sharp reaction. Comments quickly filled with clown memes and accusations against Rockstar of "cruel trolling." Some players wrote that the studio "is playing with their feelings in a way that is no longer funny."

It seems it was just a regular automated post with weekly bonuses. For thousands of GTA VI fans, this was further confirmation that Rockstar is in no hurry to share new information about the game.