Multiple outlets report new allegations from current and former employees about working conditions at Rockstar Games’ UK studios as GTA 6 approaches its November console release. A report by Game Developer, cited by several sources, includes claims that Rockstar does not adequately address gender-based pay inequity and that a widening gender pay gap persists. Employees also allege that “crunch” (sustained periods of excessive work hours) is enabled or institutionalized, including claims that workers are required to opt out of crunch because it is built into employment contracts. Sources further state that staff describe bonus systems as opaque and framed in ways that may pressure employees, with allegations that bonuses are used to increase compliance or reward productivity while also enabling withheld pay. One outlet describes employees claiming that a portion of salary could be withheld without clear justification. Separately, employees allege that remote-work promises were not fully met, with greater flexibility reported for leaders and staff recalled to offices. Take-Two Interactive, which owns Rockstar, says it provides a fair working environment.