One of the biggest reasons the Grand Theft Auto series has remained dominant for decades is not just the crime stories, explosive missions, or chaotic action—it is the feeling that players are stepping into a living world. Rockstar Games has always understood that immersion comes from the details between the major story moments. The side activities, random events, and optional systems are...

The Grand Theft Auto community is in turmoil. Not over a leak, not over a delay, and not even because of a controversial gameplay mechanic. No, the source of the latest storm is a single character: a woman named Lucia Caminos. From the moment Rockstar positioned her at the center of what is arguably the most anticipated game in history, the internet erupted. Half the community immediately fell...