In March 2026, PlayStation 5 users discovered a technical exploit that let them add Grand Theft Auto VI to their “Recently Played” list months before the game’s official launch. The trick went viral and forced an immediate response from Rockstar.
How It Worked
The exploit used newly discovered title IDs in PlayStation’s backend. By triggering certain actions, players could make GTA 6 appear in their Recently Played list. The loophole did not grant actual access to the game — trophy lists stayed at zero and the title was not playable. It was purely a metadata/display glitch.
Rockstar’s Response
Rockstar Games moved quickly. The studio worked with PlayStation to remove the title IDs from the system, closing the loophole so new users could no longer add the game to their list. The incident highlighted how closely publishers and platform holders monitor backend data ahead of major launches.
When Is GTA 6 Actually Out?
GTA 6 is still set to release on November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a PC version expected later. The viral glitch didn’t change the release plan — it just gave fans an early (and unintended) line on their profile.
