The article argues that Grand Theft Auto VI’s long development cycle and shifting release expectations make it feel unusually tied to a particular cultural moment. Its central point is that, rather than simply being anticipated, the game risks acquiring a “best-before date” if it arrives after public interest, technology or the wider games industry have moved on.

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