GTA 6 day-off requests up 17%
Short answer: Requests for time off on 19 November 2026, GTA 6’s launch day, are up 17% compared with a normal day, according to HR software company BambooHR, as reported by Money.com and EGW.News.
By Jake Morrison · Sources checked by GTA6Geek Editorial · Published · Last updated · 4 min read
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| Detail | Figure |
|---|---|
| Day-off requests on 19 Nov 2026 | Up 17% vs a typical day |
| Data source | BambooHR (HR software) |
| Reported by | Money.com, EGW.News |
EGW.News adds that some companies already announced they would close on 19 November, and repeats a claim that launch-day absences could cost the US economy $1 billion. That $1 billion figure is not from a published study.
Is this real? Reported, but not confirmed by Rockstar yet
Who said it: BambooHR data reported by Money.com, summarised by EGW.News. Sources: 2 (Money.com/BambooHR, EGW.News). Our view: real HR data, but it covers BambooHR’s customers, not every worker. Checked: 1 Nov 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Are people taking off work for GTA 6?
Yes, BambooHR data shows day-off requests for 19 November are up 17%.
Will GTA 6 cost the economy $1 billion?
That claim is not from a published study.
When does GTA 6 come out?
19 November 2026.
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