Sony Takes Down GTA 6 Parody Game From PlayStation Store, Game Listing Appears On Steam

Sony has not provided a clear explanation for the delisting, but its reemergence on Steam indicates that its creators are keen to continue riding the wave of excitement surrounding GTA 6's release.

Sony has taken down the parody game Grand Taking Ages from the PlayStation Store, a humorous take on the immense anticipation for Rockstar's upcoming GTA 6. The game, which satirized the hype surrounding the highly awaited title, received a mix of reactions—some applauding its comedic approach, while others accused it of leveraging the popularity of the GTA franchise. Despite its removal from PlayStation, the game has now appeared on Steam, generating interest among PC players.

Although Sony has not provided a clear explanation for the delisting, the game's reemergence on Steam indicates that its creators are keen to continue riding the wave of excitement surrounding Rockstar's next big release.

According to an IGN report, the developers said that Grand Taking Ages is a parody management simulator that puts players in charge of a fictional game development studio. The game, which humorously used what appeared to be AI-generated art, poked fun at the prolonged anticipation for Rockstar’s GTA 6. It featured an exaggerated list of improbable gameplay mechanics and fake accolades from gaming websites. Despite this satirical approach, the game was listed on the PlayStation Store last month with a May 2025 release date, allowing users to add it to their wishlists.

What Changed?

Unsurprisingly, Sony later removed Grand Taking Ages from its platform. However, the game has now made its way to Steam. According to the developers, key adjustments were made to meet Valve's requirements, paving the way for its return on a new platform.

Developer Violarte shared with IGN that Grand Taking Ages had undergone a “thorough” review process and has now been approved for release on Steam. The Steam listing features a fresh trailer and updated screenshots, all highlighting the parody aspect that the developer is using as the foundation of the project’s justification.

What’s different this time? Violarte has dropped the “VI” from the title and revamped the game’s logo, descriptions, and overall presentation to further distinguish Grand Taking Ages from its inspiration, GTA 6. While the original visuals bore a striking resemblance to Rockstar’s iconic style, the new art, though updated, still carries subtle echoes of that distinctive GTA aesthetic.

Violarte said that they took a different approach with Valve in order to get the game on Steam as compared to what it did with Sony to. IGN quoted a representative as saying, “We approached Steam differently by engaging with their team about the concept of our game before officially submitting it. This allowed us to get their perspective early on, ensuring alignment with their guidelines.”