There has been an explosion at one of the studios working on GTA 6

The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning and is already being investigated by the authorities.

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A completely unexpected situation has shaken the video game industry this Monday. One of the studios involved in the development of GTA 6 has suffered an explosion that has forced the building to be cordoned off and emergency services to be deployed in the area.

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The incident occurred at the facilities of Rockstar North, located on Holyrood Road, in Edinburgh. The explosion generated a strong alarm among neighbors and prompted the rapid intervention of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, which evacuated and secured the perimeter while initial checks were carried out.

What is known about the explosion at Rockstar North

According to available information, the incident is believed to have originated in the building’s boiler room, although authorities are still investigating to determine exactly what caused the explosion. The building remains cordoned off and the full extent of the structural damage has not been confirmed.

The most reassuring aspect is that no injuries or casualties have been reported, as the explosion occurred at dawn, before most employees arrived at the offices. This detail has avoided personal consequences, although the shock has been considerable both inside and outside the studio.

At an industrial level, the incident could have a logistical and organizational impact on Rockstar, especially if the building is left unusable for an extended period. While it’s too early to draw conclusions, a situation like this could affect the Scottish team’s work pace, one of the company’s historical pillars and with direct weight in the development of GTA 6.

More official details are expected to be released throughout the day regarding the exact causes of the explosion and the actual state of the facilities. Meanwhile, Rockstar has not issued a public statement.