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GTA VI is the centerpiece of Game Informer’s latest digital issue, which went live on September 29, 2026. The November 2026 edition delivers a major look at Rockstar Games’ highly anticipated open-world sequel, including new information about Leonida, exclusive screenshots, and interviews with members of the development team.
GTA VI Unveils Powerful New Details About Leonida
The issue’s 14-page cover story focuses on Leonida, the fictional state where GTA VI takes place. Inspired by Florida, the setting is being built to feel authentic not only in its geography, but also in its wildlife, weather, communities, and culture.
According to Game Informer, the feature includes new developer interviews with Rockstar Games and 12 exclusive screenshots. The material examines how Rockstar is recreating Florida’s distinctive environments and social character while expanding the scale and detail expected from the Grand Theft Auto series.
Leonida is expected to include a wide range of locations, from the neon-lit streets and beaches associated with Vice City to rural areas, waterways, and untamed wilderness. The new feature places particular emphasis on how ecological and cultural details help make the world feel alive.
A closer look at Rockstar’s ambitious open world
The new issue also highlights the lengths Rockstar has taken to make GTA VI’s world believable. Game Informer’s coverage explores the relationship between the state’s natural environment and its urban areas, giving readers a better sense of the game’s broader design goals.
That attention to detail has already become a major part of the conversation surrounding GTA VI. Rockstar’s next blockbuster is not simply expected to offer a larger map; it is also being shaped as a reactive world filled with distinct regions, weather patterns, animals, and cultural influences.
- 14-page GTA VI cover story
- New details about Leonida and its Florida-inspired setting
- 12 exclusive screenshots
- Developer interviews with Rockstar Games
- Coverage of ecological and cultural world-building
More Than GTA VI: A Packed Game Informer Issue
While GTA VI leads the edition, the magazine includes a broad selection of other gaming coverage. One of the biggest features is a 10-page preview of Tides of Annihilation, written by senior associate editor Wesley LeBlanc after he traveled to China to play the upcoming action title.
The issue also includes a feature by comedian Mike Drucker examining what makes a “good” bad game. The piece takes a humorous look at flawed, strange, and entertaining releases that remain memorable despite their shortcomings.
Editor-in-chief Matt Miller speaks with Invoke Studios about Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, an upcoming dark fantasy action game set in the popular tabletop universe. Readers can also find Wesley LeBlanc’s reflections on Gamescom and an interview with Finn Wolfhard, who discusses his music career, favorite video game soundtracks, Pokémon fandom, and classic SNES role-playing games.
Upcoming games and major reviews
The November issue features previews for several upcoming games, including The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Metroid Ravenous, State of Decay 3, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past, Kirby and the World Beyond, Stage Tour, and Rhapsody in Scarlet.
Reviews round out the edition with coverage of Marvel’s Wolverine, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, Star Wars Zero Company, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter.
The digital release arrives ahead of GTA VI’s scheduled launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. For fans following every announcement, screenshot, and development detail, the issue offers an extensive preview of what Rockstar is preparing.
How to Access the New Digital Issue
The digital edition is now available through Game Informer. Subscribers can receive digital access as part of their membership, while eligible subscribers can also receive a physical copy of the GTA VI-focused issue. Game Informer says subscriptions provide 10 issues during the membership period, with print availability extending across the United States and 52 international countries.
With its detailed look at Leonida, Rockstar interviews, and exclusive imagery, the new edition is positioned as one of the most substantial GTA VI features released so far. It gives readers a closer view of the world, technology, and creative ambition behind Rockstar’s next major release.
Frequently Asked Questions About GTA VI
When did the GTA VI digital issue launch?
The Game Informer digital issue went live on September 29, 2026.
What does the GTA VI cover story discuss?
The 14-page feature explores Leonida, the Florida-inspired setting of GTA VI, and includes Rockstar Games interviews and 12 exclusive screenshots.
When is GTA VI scheduled to release?
GTA VI is scheduled to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
What other games are featured in the issue?
The issue includes previews for Tides of Annihilation, Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, State of Decay 3, and several other upcoming games, along with reviews of major releases.
Can readers receive a physical copy?
Yes. Game Informer subscribers can receive a physical copy of the issue, with availability in the United States and 52 international countries.
