Grand Theft Auto VI has not even been released yet, but it has already had a certain impact on the gaming industry. It is not just that some video game creators are pushing their release dates further away from the new title by Rockstar Games, or that developers are abandoning physical disc releases (with only a download code in the box).
Blogger Jake Lucky drew attention to rule changes on Twitch. A new partnership with Rockstar will allow a mature game like GTA VI to gain a foothold on the platform, and streamers to earn more:
Ahead of the release of GTA, Twitch will introduce changes to the monetization system for games with explicit content. These changes will allow streamers to make MORE money playing mature games like GTA.
In addition, Jake Lucky notes, the changes will make it easier for brands wishing to run ads in “adults-only” rated categories.
Previously, GTA streamers were moving from Twitch to other platforms with less rigid moderation systems. The service’s updated policy could stop the outflow and bring back some content creators.
The release of the new installment in the franchise, Grand Theft Auto VI, is scheduled for November 19, 2026, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles.