Sony Removes GTA 6 Parody Game from PS Store; Now Available on Steam

The creators of the controversial Grand Theft Auto 6 parody game, Grand Taking Ages, have returned with a Steam page after Sony removed it from the PlayStation Store. Grand Taking Ages is described by its developers as a parody management simulator where players manage a game development studio.

Last month, despite using AI-generated art to satirize the long wait for Rockstar's GTA 6, and including a list of improbable gameplay features and fake awards from video game websites, Grand Taking Ages VI appeared on the PlayStation Store with a May 2025 release date. Users could even wishlist the game on PlayStation.

Sony eventually pulled Grand Taking Ages VI from the PlayStation Store. However, after making key adjustments, the game is now available on Steam, as confirmed by its creators who convinced Valve of the project's legitimacy.

Developer Violarte told IGN that Grand Taking Ages underwent a thorough review process and is now approved for publishing on Steam. The Steam page features a new trailer and updated screenshots, emphasizing the parody nature of the project.

Key changes include removing the "VI" from the game's title, altering the logo, descriptions, and overall presentation to differentiate Grand Taking Ages from GTA 6 while highlighting its unique direction. The game's art, previously resembling Rockstar's iconic GTA imagery, has been updated to look slightly different.

Despite these changes, Grand Taking Ages continues to use generative AI, particularly for voice overs, as disclosed on the Steam page. The trailer reflects the use of AI, showcasing its impact on the game's audio.

Here's the new description from the Grand Taking Ages Steam page:

Coming Soon Since Forever! Start your game dev journey in mom's garage! Battle angry fans, dodge ruthless journalists, and perfect the art of "creative" deadlines. Survive on pizza and energy drinks while building your dream studio into... a slightly better garage!

Violarte approached Steam differently than Sony, engaging with Valve's team about the game's concept before official submission. This approach helped align the game with Steam's guidelines. Violarte cited projects like Grand Theft Hamlet, a documentary about staging Hamlet in GTA Online, as examples of successful GTA parodies that should be protected from takedowns.

Violarte now aims to get Grand Taking Ages back on the PlayStation Store, believing that the recent updates make the game suitable for relisting. They have sent a request to Sony, highlighting that Valve approved the game for Steam due to these changes. "We strongly believe that there will be no issues with Sony this time, given the adjustments we've implemented," Violarte stated.

The initial appearance of Grand Taking Ages VI on the PlayStation Store raised questions about Sony's curation process. In contrast, Valve's more open policy on Steam is well-known, with many games, including those using generative AI, being available on the platform.

Meanwhile, GTA 6 is set to launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S in the fall of 2025.