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When Will GTA VI Reviews Drop? Embargo Speculation
Rockstar's historical embargo windows suggest reviews will hit roughly 48 hours before the May 2027 launch.
Based on the embargo windows used for GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2, we can make reasonable guesses about when GTA VI's reviews will appear. Both prior titles saw outlets publish reviews 48 to 72 hours before street date.
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