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Content creator Dylan James becomes the centre of a viral GTA 6 parody after claiming he was scanned for an NPC role Instagram/@rockstargames

Tomorrow, on August 27, Rockstar Games will officially lift the lid on Grand Theft Auto VIonce more, with GTA VI: An Extended Lookairing on Netflix.

Museums have always been a fascinating place to visit. But this fall, the Brooklyn Museum decided to set itself apart by presenting an eclectic program of exhibitions and installations. Time-out tells in more detail.

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The Venetian reportedly barred popular gambling content creator Stephen Matt “Vegas Matt” Morrow after he raked in a monster slot win of more than $400,000. The ban seems like a strange, self-defeating move, one that is only likely to cost the casino money in the long term.

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Roblox is deepening its operations in Saudi Arabia, as creator earnings on its platform in the Kingdom grew 59% year on year, while total creator earnings globally surpassed $1.5 billion in 2025.

YouTube Gaming enters 2026 as the fastest-growing major force in games live-streaming, having posted its best year ever in 2025 as rivals stalled. This reference page compiles the most current, VTubers, esports and creator behaviour for journalists covering the platform. Free to use with a link back to ShaneTheGamer as the source

Twitch has released initial programming details for TwitchCon San Diego 2026, scheduled for November 13-15 at the San Diego Convention Center. The event will open with a keynote from CEO Dan Clancy, who will share product announcements and updates during the weekend’s Opening Ceremony.