Rockstar Games has officially acquired Video Games Deluxe, an Australian development studio with a history of collaborating on notable Rockstar titles. The Sydney-based studio, best known for its work on L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files and the recent enhancements for Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, will now operate as Rockstar Australia.
A Strategic Expansion
This acquisition comes as Rockstar gears up for the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6. By bringing Video Games Deluxe under its banner, Rockstar strengthens its global development capabilities, ensuring a refined and polished experience for its future titles.
Given the studio’s past contributions to VR and remaster projects, its expertise could also signal Rockstar’s renewed interest in expanding immersive gaming experiences. While no official projects have been confirmed, speculation is growing about potential VR integrations or remasters within Rockstar’s extensive catalog.
The Future of Rockstar Australia
The rebranding of Video Games Deluxe to Rockstar Australia solidifies Rockstar’s presence in the Australian gaming industry. While the company remains tight-lipped about immediate plans for the newly acquired studio, its experience in both virtual reality and graphical enhancements could play a crucial role in future projects.
With Grand Theft Auto 6 expected to drop this fall, the timing of this acquisition suggests Rockstar is preparing to allocate additional resources to ensure a successful launch. Whether Rockstar Australia will contribute directly to GTA 6 or focus on separate initiatives remains to be seen.
