One of the most veteran animators at Rockstar believes there is a game that can take the GOTY away from GTA6

Mike York, veteran animator from Rockstar, has made bold statements about the potential of Crimson Desert to win the Game of the Year (GOTY) title if GTA 6 does not meet player expectations.

In an analysis on his YouTube channel, York highlighted the features of the new title in development by Pearl Abyss, surprising many with his comparison to GTA 6 and Red Dead Redemption 2.

Has faith in Crimson Desert

York, who has extensive experience in creating successful titles, highlighted that Crimson Desert offers a vast map and a variety of mechanics that invite exploration.

According to his assessments, the game could provide over 100 hours of content, with a world that surpasses the size of Red Dead Redemption 2 and is twice as large as Skyrim. “This game is clearly aimed at players looking for experiences like ‘Red Dead 2’, something new and truly massive that they can explore,” he commented.

Despite the expectations surrounding Crimson Desert, the gaming community remains attentive to the release date of GTA 6, scheduled for November 19, 2026. This date has raised concerns about its possible impact on the voting for GOTY. The concern is that if GTA 6 does not meet the high expectations, it could be postponed for consideration in the 2027 nominations, which would significantly alter the landscape of candidates this year.

The discussion about the dates has gained momentum in forums like Reddit, where users have debated how the release dates and voting could be influenced by the launch of GTA 6. With Crimson Desert establishing a strong presence ahead of its release in March 2024, only time will tell if York’s predictions come to fruition.

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