GTA 6 Delayed Again, Rockstar Games Union Busting, Horses' Steam removal, MindsEye gets worst rating of 2025,Arc Raiders' AI usage, EA sold out & the Biggest Gaming Controversies of 2025

Despite banger releases, 2025 has been one of the most turbulent years in gaming history .

In this episode of the NightHawk & Vercetti Podcast, we break down the most viral and controversial gaming news of 2025, from GTA 6 delays and Rockstar Games layoffs/union busting charges to AI usage debates and industry strikes.

• GTA 6 delayed again and what it says about modern AAA development
• Rockstar Games layoffs, union busting allegations, and developer backlash
• Over 200 GTA 6 devs signing a protest letter
• Indie horror game Horses being removed from Steam & Epic. Censorship vs Creativity
• MindsEye becoming the worst-rated game of the year
• Sony cancelling multiple live service projects
• SAG AFTRA voice actor strike and protests at The Game Awards
• AI usage debates around Arc Raiders
• EA’s historic $55B acquisition