GTA 6 dev studio hit by explosion; No injuries reported
(Courtesy : Rockstar Games)
The explosion happened at Rockstar North, Edinburgh
Some shocking news has been reported on the internet and social media about the GTA 6 developers, Rockstar Games, whose Rockstar North office was recently hit by an explosion.
This explosion happened early in the morning, January 19, 2026, sparking fire and structural damage. According to BBC UK, around 5:00 a.m. GMT, emergency workers surrounded Barclay House on Holyrood Road and cordoned off the area.
Fortunately, there were no injuries or casualties. Firefighters had secured the structure by 9:21 AM GMT and stood down. Let’s check out more details in this article.
What caused the explosion?
According to the local reports, it was due to a boiler room malfunction. Scottish Fire & Rescue is deploying three pumps and four specialist appliances to combat the fire and debris. Police cordoned off the area for hours to examine safety; no foul play is suspected yet.
These are the events that happened:
| Time (GMT) | Event |
|---|---|
| 5:00 AM | Explosion reported; fire crews mobilize. |
| 5:02 AM | SFRS arrives; structural damage confirmed. |
| Ongoing | Site cordoned; damage assessment. |
| 9:21 AM | Crews stood down; building secured. |
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Conclusion
Many fans and gamers are concerned about this situation. Luckily, no one was injured during this explosion. There are no official or confirmation reports on whether this will impact the game’s delay or development.
There are many fans on the internet speculating that this might cause another delay or put a small halt to the current development of the game.
However, Rockstar Games has not released any type of official statement on this situation as well. We can only pray that this will not affect the GTA 6 development for now. We will update the article once more information is out.
FAQs
What caused the Rockstar North explosion?
Suspected boiler malfunction in the Edinburgh office—unconfirmed, under investigation.
Were there any injuries at Rockstar North?
None reported—fire crews confirmed no casualties.
Will GTA 6 be delayed due to this?
Unknown—Rockstar Games has not said anything.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a passionate gaming journalist who loves for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of game mechanics, Mahaksh brings an unique perspective to the world of gaming. Inspired by classics like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh is dedicated in sharing the magic of games with readers. When not writing or gaming, Mahaksh can be found cheering on WWE superstars or watching his favourite Anime.