Elon Musk Is Working on a GTA 6 Competitor

Musk’s statement came after a short FPS-style gameplay video created by Grok was shared on social media. While the footage was intended to demonstrate the potential of AI in game creation, the vast majority of users found the video “poor quality” and “artificial.” Despite this, Musk stated that the project will be released in 2026 and “will be released around the same time as GTA 6.”

Musk Takes AI Action Against GTA 6

In recent months, Elon Musk has begun taking steps to rebuild his reputation in the gaming world. The revelation that his Path of Exile 2 account had been fraudulently upgraded led to a loss of trust among players. This new initiative is being considered Musk’s attempt to both showcase Grok’s talents and reconnect with the gaming community.

However, the gaming world isn’t very receptive to Musk’s promise. The shared video only features a short scene generated by AI; there’s no evidence of gameplay. Critics argue that confusing “AI-generated imagery” with a real video game detracts from Musk’s claims.

Moreover, Musk’s targeted 2026 release date is quite ambitious given the nature of the game development process. It’s well known that establishing a true balance of gameplay, story, mechanics, and technical features requires years of research. Therefore, many experts believe Musk’s goal of producing an “AI-based FPS game” will either be delayed or yield extremely superficial results.

Some social media users are interpreting Musk’s statement as a “disruptive move.” It’s being argued that the project is a distraction, particularly given his recent mention in political debates and his close relationship with Donald Trump.

Despite everything, Musk’s “AI-powered game” idea has sparked curiosity in the tech world. But for now, players are cautious: Because everyone has only one question in their minds – can Elon Musk’s game really exist next to a giant production like GTA 6?

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