These Retro Deck Boxes Are a Throwback to the Golden Age of Pokémon

I am a child of the '90s, and thus got hit with the trifecta of Pokémon when I was still a kid. The original Game Boy games, the trading card game, and the original anime series all came out within the span of few years, and I loved every bit of it. Playing Pokémon on the Game Boy was my first true gaming experience, and the fact that everyone at school also happened to be playing or trading at the same time as me only solidified the franchise's place in my heart forever.

Fast forward to Pokémon's 30th anniversary celebrations, and it would seem many other millennials are luxuriously situated in the same nostalgia loop that I am. So if you have a love for the Game Boy era of Pokémon and a stack of trading cards sitting around waiting to be organized, the folks at IGN Finds have located the perfect item for you.

Retro Game Boy-Style Deck Boxes on Sale Today

Nintendo re-released Pokemon Fire Red and Leaf Green for the Switch 2 earlier this year, and I've been absolutely glued to the game since I started playing again. The nostalgia of it all has even pushed me to resurrect my old pencil box full of Pokémon cards to see if there's anything worthwhile in there. Some guy just funded his whole wedding thanks to some Charizard cards after all.

Regardless of whether my cards are worth anything or not, I've been wanting to find a better organizer for them. There are plenty of great TCG sleeves and boxes that work well for organization and preservation, but being able to quietly display them seems like a lot more fun. This Game Boy-themed commander box can do just that with an awesome display screen. The box itself can still fit 210 sleeveless (or 120 single-sleeved) cards and you can switch out the front card with your favorite to update the display.

These Venssu commander deck boxes are all currently on sale for 15% off at Amazon for a limited time. The classic grey one I've included here is on the more expensive side due to its popularity, but you can get a pink or orange one for about $1.70 less if you want to save a bit extra.

New Pokémon Cards Are Still Releasing

If you don't already have a Pokémon TCG collection, the good news is that it's never too late to start! It's just as big as it ever was and there's been a steady stream of new releases all year long alongside the franchise's 30th anniversary.

Jacob Kienlen is a Senior Audience Development Strategist and Writer for IGN. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, he has considered the Northwest his home for his entire life. With a bachelor's degree in communication and 10 years of professional writing experience, his expertise is spread across a variety of different pop culture topics -- from TV series to books and the latest Pokémon games.

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Halo's Kiki Wolfkill Reveals She's Left Microsoft After 28 Years

More big corporate shakeups are happening inside Microsoft. Kiki Wolfkill, art director, producer, and veteran of the Halo franchise and other big Xbox properties, revealed she's left the company as of April 17.

Wolfkill dropped this bombshell on her LinkedIn page (via PC Gamer). She posted the following message:

After 28 years, I've made the difficult but exhilarating decision to leave Microsoft! Friday was my last day at a place where I grew up and learned so many invaluable lessons - how to listen, lead, be accountable, and most importantly, to care deeply for who you serve - your team and your audience. I'm so grateful for the opportunities that Microsoft has given me and the career that it let me build in an industry that I love.

At the same time, there is a version of me outside of Microsoft that I'm excited to grow and evolve. I have so many learnings to carry forward and more impact to be made and I couldn't be more inspired to climb the next mountain! More to come on that front 🙂

In the meantime, to all the people with whom I've worked with and around over the last 28 years - a heartfelt thank you for your partnership, wisdom, mentorship, and camaraderie. What a gift the last 28 years has been... thank you, thank you, thank you 💚

Onwards!

As she mentions in her post, Wolfkill was a mainstay at Microsoft for the better part of three decades. She rose to prominence in 2008 when she joined 343 Industries, eventually becoming 343's Head of Halo Transmedia and Entertainment. That put her in charge of, among other things, the controversial Halo live-action series on Showtime and Paramount+ (check out IGN's Halo Season 2 review for more). In 2022, Wolfkill was promoted to lead Microsoft's Xbox film and TV division.

There's no word yet on what might be next for Wolfkill and whether she plans on remaining inside the gaming industry. Either way, this is another big corporate shift for a company that's undergoing a substantial evolution in 2026. Earlier this year, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer retired from the company, while Xbox President Sarah Bond also resigned. In their place, Asha Sharma was promoted to become Microsoft Gaming's new CEO.

Sharma has wasted little time in instituting big changes at Microsoft, starting with significantly dropping the price of Xbox Game Pass. Find out why we think that's a great first step toward fixing Xbox's problems.

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How Can We Fix the Ongoing Ascended Heroes Price Crisis in Pokémon TCG?

If you, like me, are looking to complete your Pokémon TCG binder, we may have had a similar experience recently. A few weeks ago, I walked into my local card store, hoping that I’d timed it just right so that I’d catch my friends doing a restock of Ascended Heroes Pokémon products.

Usually, they put one or two packs behind the counter for me as a favour. So I waltz in, breezing past the crowds to the front, where I’m met with a shrug.

Nothing.

If you, like me, have walked into a store hoping to pick up an Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Box (ETB) at its $49.99 MSRP, you’ve probably been met with a similar scenario: A despondent worker. An empty shelf. Crowds of resellers swarming the place.

Ascended Heroes Price Crisis Is Completely Unsustainable

Since its debut at the start of 2026, the Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Pokémon TCG expansion has undergone somewhat of an evolution itself. First, a simple, highly anticipated set that included over 290 cards - one of the largest English Pokémon TCG expansions ever released. Now, it’s a full-blown phenomenon that shows no signs of slowing down.

According to the latest TCGplayer data, sealed Ascended Heroes ETB Cases are currently moving for a staggering $1,762.61. Sure, you get 10 ETBs, but for Trainers doing the math at home, that places individual ETBs just over $176 - more than triple their retail value just months after launch.

But why? Why has this expansion taken off, over something like Prismatic Evolutions or Perfect Order? The answer might be more complicated than you think.

Let’s start with the easy answer. It’s a great expansion. With Mega Evolutions returning in force and Special Illustration Rares hot on the market, Ascended Heroes has some of the best chase cards out there right now.

While Prismatic Evolutions suffered somewhat from frustrating pull rates for top-tier hits, Ascended Heroes has a decent pull rate that makes ‘just one more pack’ inevitable. Take Double Rares for example - the overall hit rate for one is a healthy 1 in 5 packs.

The second easy answer is the state of the third party resell market. The expansion features a staggering 22 Special Illustration Rares (SIRs). While the total hit rate for an SIR is roughly 1 in 70 packs, the math for a specific card is terrifying.

According to TCGplayer’s Pull Rate Guide, your odds of pulling a specific chase like the SIR Mega Gengar ex are approximately 1 in 1,533 packs (with some community data suggesting it's as low as 1 in 2,002). When a single Mega Gengar ex SIR goes for highs of $1,279.54 on TCGPlayer, the idea that one card could make back your entire collection becomes an alluring prospect.

It’s not even just the ETBs that have seen price spikes. When people are paying nearly $17 per pack just for the chance to see a Mega Evolution's jagged energy lines, the fundamental rules of new set depreciation start to break down.

So “hype” is the easy answer. But what’s the complicated answer to why Ascended Heroes' price is soaring right now?

The answer is inertia.

At $1,762.61 per case, investors are effectively baking in three years of organic growth into a brand-new set. Financially, this makes little sense, yet the demand persists. The "Destined Rivals" effect is also in play - we’ve seen recent sets vanish from retail shelves after only three months of availability. If Ascended Heroes follows that trajectory, the window to find MSRP product at big-box retailers is closing fast. At this point, the secondary market sets the price, and people want a pay day.

So, the next question is inevitably - ‘what can we do?’. And that answer, unfortunately, is not much.

Immediately, you probably think ‘well, we just need to stop buying it until reprints become available’. Conventional wisdom suggests that more product equals lower prices. But do you remember when The Pokémon Company printed and restocked Prismatic Evolutions for an entire year, which held the price down from $100-$115 an ETB? As soon as there was a break in the reprint, ETBs went straight back up to $200. While a reprint may curb the price spikes, it doesn’t solve the issue.

The reality is that upcoming Ascended Heroes Booster Bundles, releasing April 24, 2026, are likely to be eaten up by the market instantly with the demand we’ve seen, in turn injecting the market with high-value cards.

In a cyclical pattern we’ve seen with previous God Tier sets, like Prismatic Evolutions, it’s likely that prices will yo-yo between 1.25x and 3x MSRP for the next two years as waves of reprints hit, only to skyrocket once the printing presses finally stop.

Will upcoming products have the same impact? Only time will tell.

"We will then have someone else make a similar post about this a few months from now, asking why AH prices haven't gone down despite the release of different products," notes one cynical yet accurate market observer over on r/PokeInvesting.

But what if you’re a fan actually looking to play the game, or complete a binder? There is a small glimmer of hope. Historically, when high-demand sets see a surge in "ripping," the market becomes flooded with single cards. We expect a "Prismatic-style" dip in singles prices - specifically for Illustration Rares - as more Booster Bundles circulate.

For the average fan, the advice is simple. Hold on. If Pokémon TCG does see a 2021-style crash where speculators exit, be ready to buy the dip. But as long as the Ascended Heroes hype continues to dominate the cultural conversation, the resale market for Ascended Heroes looks like it’s headed for the moon - with or without us.

Sara Heritage is a freelance journalist for IGN, specialising in Pokémon TCG. When she's not gaming, you’ll probably find her building yet another LEGO set she absolutely did not need, or chaining ranked matches in Pokémon Champions.

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Where to Preorder Pokémon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection - Series 2

2026 marked the 30th anniversary of Pokémon, and if you’ve been following the Trading Card Game scene lately, you know things are getting busy.

We just finished the chaos of the first wave of First Partner collection, and the Pokémon Company is already moving on to the next set.

If you missed out on Series 1 back in March, don't worry too much. Series 2 is on the way, and it shifts the spotlight to some of the best starters in the franchise.

These First Partner collections aren't a full expansion set; it’s a nod to that first big decision you made on your journey - your First Partner Pokémon! These collections are small, curated series meant for display or specific pulls. Series 2 takes us back to Johto, Unova, and Galar region, with some familiar faces making an appearance.

The star of the collection is the special promo pack that celebrates the bond between Trainer and Pokémon. This single pack contains 3 of 9 illustration rare-style promo cards consisting of stunning artwork of beloved first partner Pokémon.

For Trainers who started their journey in Johto on the Game Boy, you’ll want to reunite with Totodile, Chikorita, and Cyndaquil. Next, we leap across the pond to Generation 5 with Tepig, Snivy, and Oshawott. Finally, we find ourselves in Galar with Sobble, Scorbunny, and Grookey. It's a random pull, so you'll need a minimum of 3 sets if you want to collect 'em all.

But that’s not everything! Inside each box, alongside the special promo pack, you also get two standard Booster Packs from Perfect Order and Chaos Rising, which is a nice way to fish for some modern hits while you’re at it. Last, but certainly not least, you’ll get a sticker sheet that features the starters from these generations. I know you’re buying these for the stickers, don’t lie to me.

Release Date and Where to Preorder

The First Partner Illustration Collection—Series 2 is set to release on June 19, 2026. Expect to pay around $14.99 USD (£14.99 in the UK). You can find these at the usual spots, but keep an eye on stock levels. The first series went fast.

Retailers have been hit or miss lately with anniversary stock. Some stores get flooded, while others seem to sell out before the doors even open. You’ll want to check the usual spots, but keep a close eye on the smaller hobby shops too.

US Retailers to Watch

Unsurprisingly, Pokémon Center US is usually the first place to go live. It typically has a "Queue" system in place for big releases now. It can be annoying, but it’s the most reliable way to get a box at the actual retail price. Pre-orders aren't live yet, so check back later!

Target and Best Buy are great options for local pickup. If you can't get a pre-order anywhere online, it’s worth checking the physical shelves at these two retailers on release morning.

Finally, if you miss the initial retail drop, TCGplayer is a reputable third-party reseller. Just be careful with the pricing here as it fluctuates based on demand.

UK Retailers to Watch

Much like the US version, Pokémon Center UK is your safest bet for MSRP.

Chaos Cards and Magic Madhouse are two heavy hitters for UK hobbyists. They often have reward programs, so if you buy a lot of cards, check your points before you pay.

Finally, Smyths Toys is surprisingly good for TCG stock. They don't always do online pre-orders for these smaller boxes, but they usually have plenty of stock in-store on release day.

The question you might have now is ‘will I even be able to get my hands on one of these?”. Because Series 1 focused on the Gen 1 starters (Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle), the hype was off the charts. Notably, GameStop faced criticism from fans for pricing a $15 box at $50.

But there is some good news here. Resellers usually swarm for Gen 1 or Gen 3 nostalgia. Since Series 2 skips both, you might actually have a fighting chance to buy these at a normal price. If you’re still hunting for Series 1, check the shelves of overpriced retailers; they may finally drop Series 1 prices now that the hype has shifted.

How Many Series Are Left?

We’ve had Series 1 (Gens 1, 4, 7) and now we have Series 2 (Gens 2, 5, 8).

While a Series 3 hasn’t been officially announced, it’s all-but-guaranteed to round out the remaining starters. We can expect to see the First Partner Pokémon from Gen 3 (Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip), Gen 6 (Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie), and Gen 9 (Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly). This is likely to drop in Fall 2026.

Slightly more speculative, but there is a lot of chatter about a potential fourth series in Winter 2026. With Pokémon Winds and Waves launching in 2027, this would be the perfect time to drop a teaser set for the Generation 10 starters.

What’s Coming Next for the Pokémon TCG?

The biggest expansion on the horizon is Chaos Rising, set to release on May 22, 2026. Mega Greninja ex is just one of the new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex that can be found in this huge upcoming expansion. This expansion features over 120 cards, including more than 20 Trainer cards and over 35 cards with special illustrations of both Pokémon and Trainers.

The 30th Anniversary Pokemon Set is also set to release in 2026. While we only saw a teaser in February's Pokémon Presents livestream, it’s likely that fan-favourites like Pikachu, Charizard, Palkia, and more will all be getting reprints, similar to the 25th Anniversary Celebrations set.

But for now, mark your calendars for June 19 and the release of First Partner Illustration Collection—Series 2. Whether you’re a Johto long-time fan, or a Galar newcomer, this brand-new collection is a fun way for everyone to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon without (hopefully) breaking the bank.

Sara Heritage is a journalist and freelance contributor, with 8 years of experience in gaming journalism. When she's not gaming, you’ll probably find her building yet another LEGO set I absolutely did not need (yes, I’ve got thoughts on the Pokémon LEGO).

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The D&D Ravenloft: The Horrors Within Expansion Is Now Available to Preorder

For those ready to gather their D&D party and venture forth for a spooky adventure, the new Dungeons & Dragons Ravenloft: The Horrors Within expansion will set you on the right path. Complete with a gameplay expansion book ($59.99), DM screen ($24.99), map pack ($24.99), and Tarokka deck ($24.99), the full expansion is now available to preorder with a release date of June 16.

Preorder Dungeons & Dragons Ravenloft: The Horrors Within Expansion

As someone who loves both horror and D&D, I think this looks like a delightfully creepy new adventure to embark on. The expansion book highlights 16 Domains of Dread, 17 Darklords with their own stat blocks, new subclasses, and Dark Gift feats that players have to look forward to.

The map pack comes with 10 horror-themed battle maps to create a thrilling journey as well, and the Tarokka deck can show you what the future holds - whether that be run-ins with a Darklord or brand new Domains of Dread. Of course, all of these feature astonishing artwork as well. I mean, for instance, how could you not love that portrait of Strahd on the cover of the expansion book? I think it's excellent.

This new expansion is part of Dungeons & Dragon's Season of Horror, which kicked off this month and runs until June as part of D&D's new themed seasonal content updates. Some familiar voices will be taking on this expansion soon as well.

Baldur's Gate 3's Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde - alongside DesiQuest's Jasmine Bhullar, Dispatch's Mayanna Berrin and 13 Reasons Why's Christian Navarro - will be playing through Ravenloft: The Horrors Within as part of the new D&D "actual play" show, Dungeon Masters. If you're curious to see what the new expansion is like, this seems like a great way to experience it through some very familiar voices.

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Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games: Release Dates for 2026 and Beyond

We now have our hands on the Nintendo Switch 2, a new console from one of the biggest names in gaming. Alas, a new console is only as valuable as the library of games you can build on it.

Thankfully, Nintendo hasn't been shy about planned releases over the next year, which include a mix of Switch 2 exclusives, third-party releases, and the benefit of backward compatibility with any games still launching on the original Switch. Without further ado, here are all of the new Switch 2 games we can look forward to in 2026.

All Upcoming Switch 2 Games With Release Dates

* indicates a Switch 2 exclusive

Outbound (April 23, 2026)

Outbound is a new cozy game that will be released simultaneously on Switch 2 and PC. The game hands you a camper van and an open world to explore with it, all while supporting up to four players in co-op. There’s also pets, and a whole lot of customization you can learn more about in our hands-on preview.
Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth (April 27, 2026)

Inspired by the Moomin stories created by Tove Jansson, this game has you join Moomintroll on a winter journey filled with puzzles and new friends.

MotoGP 26 (April 29, 2026)

For folks who want a little more realism in their racing sim than say Mario Kart World or Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, MotoGP’s got you covered. This year’s release will support full cross-play for playing with friends and introduces new ‘Rider Based Handling’ physics.

Mixtape (May 7, 2026)

The developers at Beethoven & Dinosaur are releasing a new music-inspired game about three friends enjoying their last night together in the 90’s. We got the chance to preview the narrative game about a year ago, saying it’s “a vibes game through-and-through, and Mixtape's vibes are impeccable.”

Call of the Elder Gods (May 12, 2026)

A sequel to 2020’s Call of the Sea, which we called “an excellent, poignant adventure” in our 9/10 review. Developer Out of the Blue has been marketing the new game as “a Lovecraftian narrative puzzle adventure,” and I think that sounds pretty darn enticing.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (May 12, 2026)

Set between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, this MachineGames adventure game places Indy on a quest for the secret of the Great Circle. Travel the world, from the Great Pyramids to sunken temples, infiltrate historic areas, and beat up baddies during your daring escapes. We had a lot of love for this one when it originally launched on consoles and PC, calling it “far and away the best Indy story this century” in our 9/10 review.

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book (May 21, 2026)*

The most recent first-party Nintendo game to get a firm release date, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book will be releasing exclusively on the Switch 2 this May. It’s the first Yoshi game since Yoshi’s Crafted World in 2019, and gameplay shown during its initial reveal hinted at some familiar mechanics. Before we get our hands on that, however, we’ll be seeing Yoshi voiced by Donald Glover in the Super Mario Galaxy movie.

Bubsy 4D (May 22, 2026)

We’re getting our first 3D Bubsy game in almost 30 years. Well, 4D. The platformer introduces some new moves to the usual roster, and will feature a spread of levels across three planets, which you can learn more about in our preview. The game will also immediately support online leaderboards for speedrunning.

007 First Light (May 27, 2026)

Yet another massive multi-platform release, IO Interactive's take on James Bond is launching on Switch 2 alongside PC, PS5, and Xbox in late May. The game lets you play out Bond's initial recruitment and rise in the MI6 ranks, featuring Patrick Gibson as the titular spy and Lenny Kravitz as the villain Bawma.

Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen (May 28, 2026)

The latest game based on the children’s hit Bluey is making its way to Switch 2 this May. The game originally released on iOS this past December, and is pitched as an adventure game where you help the Heeler family retrieve Bluey’s Gold Pen from inside her drawings.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (June 3, 2026)

The second part of the Final Fantasy VII revamp is coming to Switch 2 consoles this summer. After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and co. must traverse across a massive beautiful world in pursuit of Sephiroth. IGN’s 9/10 review describes the game as “both a best-in-class action-RPG full of exciting challenge and depth, and as an awe-inspiring recreation of a world that has meant so much to so many for so long.”

Besides the graphics update, Rebirth introduces a new affinity system with allies and, yes, a ridiculous amount of side quests and mini-games.

Denshattack! (June 17, 2026)

Instead of trying to explain this one myself, I’m simply going to borrow from my colleague Rebekah Valentine’s interview with the developer: “Denshattack! Is Tony Hawk With Japanese Trains, for Train-Lovers, by Train-Lovers.” Yes, it’s awesome.

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millenium Tales (June 18, 2026)

The Adventures of Elliot is a new HD-2D RPG from the creators of Octopath Traveler and Bravely Default. While exploring ruins near his hometown, Elliot discovers an artifact that lets him traverse space and time. From there, you must travel across four ages, each with unique citizens and scenery, to try and save your home.

Rhythm Heaven Groove (July 2, 2026)

Rhythm Heaven is getting its first new entry in over a decade, and of course composer Tsunku has returned for the ride. Like previous iterations, the game will feature a collection of mini-games that ultimately task you with following the rhythm.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger (July 10, 2026)

The latest Digimon Story game was a highlight for RPG releases in 2025, and it's getting its own Switch 2 edition this summer. In his review of the full game on PC, writer George Yang highlights the storytelling as well as “nuances in type matchups and the tinkering you can do with your party’s evolutions and movesets.”

Upcoming Switch 2 Games With Unknown Release Dates

There are plenty more Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games in development that don’t have a solid release date yet. Here are some more games we know are on the way, including the highly-anticipated 10th generation of Pokémon:

• Orbitals - Summer 2026
• Another Eden Begins - Summer 2026
• Turok Origins - Fall 2026
• The Eternal Life of Goldman - 2026
• Witchbrook - 2026
• Professor Layton and the New World of Steam – 2026
• Danganronpa 2x2 - 2026
• Elden Ring Tarnished Edition - 2026
• The Duskbloods- 2026
• Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave - 2026
• Splatoon Raiders - 2026
• The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered - 2026
• Valheim - 2026
• Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters - 2026
• Kyoto Xanadu - 2026
• Pokémon Winds - 2027
• Pokémon Waves - 2027
• Haunted Chocolatier - TBA

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Take-Two Boss Strauss Zelnick Suggests AI Could Take Elon Musk's Job

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has suggested that Elon Musk might want to watch out for artificial intelligence taking his job after the Tesla boss proposed that Grand Theft Auto 6 could be generated by AI.

The gaming bigwig, who oversees major subsidiaries within Take-Two like 2K and Rockstar Games, shared his insight into the rapid advancements in technology during a conversation at Semafor World Economy 2026. It was a quick conversation that touched on a number of topics, but it was the issue of AI that probably received the most attention.

After saying he feels "people spend too much time talking about the 'woe is me' risk" related to the tech despite the fact that it “can be used for evil purposes," Zelnick brought up Musk and his relationship to AI, unprompted. While Zelnick is optimistic about how AI can be used as a tool for the average worker, he isn’t so sure the billionaire X/Twitter owner’s job is quite as safe.

"If AI were going to get rid of employment, the richest man on Earth, Elon Musk, knows a little something about AI, last time I checked," the Take-Two head said. "He has unlimited financial resources, and he has unlimited human resources, and he has, apparently, an unlimited number of ideas. He knows his way around AI.

"The man works 20 hours a day. If AI were going to take anyone’s job, wouldn’t it take his job? The richest guy on Earth, wouldn’t that be job number one for AI to take? Why is he so busy? By the way, why am I working harder than ever despite the fact that I’ve totally accepted AI into every part of my life?"

Zelnick’s comments follow an exchange that happened on Musk’s social media platform earlier this year, where he said, "yeah," in response to a post that said, "there is definitely a non-zero chance we get ‘generate your own GTA 6 in a few minutes’ before GTA 6." Rockstar’s latest Grand Theft Auto game, which has been in development for around six years and is poised to be one of the biggest video game launches ever, is currently set with a release date of November 19, 2026.

You won’t even have to ask. AI will figure what video game you’d like best.

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 14, 2026

Zelnick previously offered a more indirect response to Musk in March, saying at the time that the idea AI could generate quality video games "laughable." He added at the time, "These tools may help you create assets, but that won’t help you create hits."

Zelnick’s thoughts on Musk and his relationship with AI came to an end with a joke about how the Tesla billionaire could be "a simulation." As the audience laughed, he said, "In fairness, if you were going to choose a person who were a simulation, he would be my number one choice."

GTA 6 is currently expected to launch later this year. While we wait, you can read about the fake Grand Theft Auto leaks that started gaining traction on social media late last year.

Michael Cripe is a freelance writer with IGN. He's best known for his work at sites like The Pitch, The Escapist, and OnlySP. Be sure to give him a follow on Bluesky (@mikecripe.bsky.social) and Twitter (@MikeCripe).

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