MPs accuse Rockstar of obstructing union-busting inquiry

Three Scottish Labour MPs have accused Grand Theft Auto 6 developer Rockstar of blocking transparency in an ongoing legal dispute over staff dismissals last year. The lawmakers say the company has refused to cooperate with requests for evidence and appeal rights. Rockstar has not responded to requests for comment.

The accusations center on firings at Rockstar North in October 2025 that the Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain described as union-busting. Rockstar maintained the staff were dismissed for gross misconduct. More than 200 employees later signed a letter criticizing the moves, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the situation deeply concerning in December.

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An employment tribunal has ruled against Rockstar Games' request to remove blacklisting claims from an upcoming trial over alleged union busting at its Grand Theft Auto 6 studio. The decision allows all of the union's allegations to proceed.

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Developers at Rockstar Games have formed the Rockstar Game Workers Union to push for better conditions and justice for dismissed staff. The move comes as legal action over last year's firings continues.

Workers at the Microsoft-owned game studio Double Fine filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board on May 7 to form a union. The group of 42 regular and part-time employees is seeking both an election and voluntary recognition from the company. The effort is backed by the Communications Workers of America.

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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and Xbox Game Studios Head Matt Booty emailed employees on June 10 with a blunt message that current operations cannot continue. The note outlined five harsh realities facing the division, including low profits and rising costs. Bloomberg separately reported that major layoffs are planned for next month.

Wizards of the Coast has sent letters to Magic: The Gathering Arena developers encouraging them to think twice about forming a union. The move follows a petition filed last month by the developers. Company president John Hight is believed to have authored the message.

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