Article BREAKING 13 April 2026
Polygon: Why the Spotify Partnership Is a Bigger Deal Than It Looks
Polygon explains how the Spotify partnership changes music licensing math for GTA VI.
Polygon's analysis of the Rockstar-Spotify partnership argues that integrating GTA VI's radio stations directly into Spotify changes the economics of licensing for all parties, with royalty mechanics that could outlast the game's active lifespan.
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