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Coverage dated August 19, 2026 to August 20, 2026

US Military Offers Soldiers Time Off To Play GTA 6

Headline from Newsweek

A spokesperson for the 3rd Infantry Division of Public affairs confirmed the initiative to Newsweek, ahead of the GTA release.

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  1. Newsweek

    US Military Offers Soldiers Time Off To Play GTA 6 (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    A spokesperson for the 3rd Infantry Division of Public affairs confirmed the initiative to Newsweek, ahead of the GTA release.

  2. Howtogeek

    The US says you can play GTA 6 for four days if you reenlist with the Army (opens Howtogeek)

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    Howtogeek's feed description

    What's a few years of service in return for playing the hottest game of the decade?

  3. Polygon

    US Army Is Officially Using 'GTA 6' Time as a Reenlistment Incentive (opens Polygon)

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    Polygon's feed description

    The unusual perk comes as anticipation around Rockstar’s long-awaited sequel reaches fever pitch.

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