The developers behind the controversial GTA 6 parody "Grand Taking Ages" have resurfaced with a Steam listing after Sony removed it from PlayStation Store.
Described by its creators as a satirical management simulator, Grand Taking Ages lets players operate a fictional game development studio.
The game previously appeared on PlayStation Store last month featuring questionable AI-generated artwork, absurd gameplay claims, and fabricated press accolades - all mocking the prolonged wait for Rockstar's GTA 6. Despite users being able to wishlist the mock May 2025 release, Sony inevitably pulled the title.
Developer Violarte informed IGN about significant modifications made to satisfy Steam's requirements, including:
- Removing "VI" from the title
- Redesigning branding elements
- Revising promotional materials to emphasize parody nature
The Steam version features a new trailer and screenshots leaning heavily into its satirical premise. However, evidence of AI-generated content remains - particularly in the awkward voiceovers openly disclosed per Steam's AI policy.
Violarte adopted a different strategy with Valve, engaging their team early about the project's satirical intent. "This pre-submission dialogue ensured our concept aligned with platform guidelines," a spokesperson explained.
The developer cites precedents like "Grand Theft Hamlet" to argue parody projects deserve platform space. They're now petitioning Sony to reconsider, confident the Steam-approved revisions address previous concerns.
While Sony's approval of the initial listing raised eyebrows, Steam's famously open marketplace often hosts questionable content - including growing amounts of AI-assisted productions.
The actual GTA 6 remains scheduled for Fall 2025 release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S platforms.
