IWGB Game Workers Union
@gameworkers.co.uk
The largest union for game devs in the UK.
Work in game dev or TTRPG? Join the union: https://www.gameworkers.co.uk/
Work in game dev or TTRPG? Join the union: https://www.gameworkers.co.uk/
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BREAKING: Yesterday Grand Theft Auto VI maker Rockstar Games fired dozens of people, all of whom were involved in union efforts. A British union calls it "blatant and ruthless" union-busting. Take-Two Interactive says it was due to misconduct.
Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
‘Grand Theft Auto’ Studio Accused of Union Busting After Firings
Union says 30 and 40 people were terminated. Rockstar Games’ parent company cites ‘gross misconduct’
www.bloomberg.com
This is the most ruthless act of union busting in the history of the UK games industry. Yesterday, @rockstargames.com unfairly fired over 30 employees for union activity.
We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.
We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.
"No one should be punished for being part of a union or for speaking honestly about their work."
Following firings and Grand Theft Auto VI delay, union plans to keep pressure on Rockstar
aftermath.site/grand-theft-au...
aftermath.site/grand-theft-au...
November 11, 2025 at 11:20 AM
"No one should be punished for being part of a union or for speaking honestly about their work."
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Support the video game workers who were unfairly fired by Rockstar for unionizing: actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
Support Rockstar Workers Fighting Unfair Dismissals!
Last week over 30 members of staff at Grand Theft Auto VI developer Rockstar were fired en masse in a “calculated attack on workers”. The IWGB described Rockstar’s actions as ‘the most blatant and rut...
actionnetwork.org
November 11, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Support the video game workers who were unfairly fired by Rockstar for unionizing: actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
We've got 31 game devs who are keen to get to work, @rockstargames.com.
November 6, 2025 at 9:57 PM
We've got 31 game devs who are keen to get to work, @rockstargames.com.
What leaks?
NEW: Rockstar Games says the 30+ employees it fired last week were leaking confidential information, disputing allegations that the company is union-busting.
The union says it was a private chat with labor organizers. This messy battle isn't over yet. www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
The union says it was a private chat with labor organizers. This messy battle isn't over yet. www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
‘Grand Theft Auto’ Studio Says Fired Employees Were Leaking Information
Rockstar Games terminated more than 30 people last week in an action that a labor group called “union-busting.”
www.bloomberg.com
November 6, 2025 at 4:07 PM
What leaks?
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The Scottish Greens stand with the dozens of workers sacked by @rockstargames.com for exercising their right to organise with @gameworkers.co.uk @iwgbunion.bsky.social
Reinstate them now, then get around the table & give your staff the pay & conditions they deserve for making you billions.
Reinstate them now, then get around the table & give your staff the pay & conditions they deserve for making you billions.
November 6, 2025 at 2:06 PM
The Scottish Greens stand with the dozens of workers sacked by @rockstargames.com for exercising their right to organise with @gameworkers.co.uk @iwgbunion.bsky.social
Reinstate them now, then get around the table & give your staff the pay & conditions they deserve for making you billions.
Reinstate them now, then get around the table & give your staff the pay & conditions they deserve for making you billions.
We won't back down - we will fight @rockstargames.com & @taketwointeractive.bsky.social for our members' reinstatement.
No one should be fired for union activity.
You can support our campaign here: actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
No one should be fired for union activity.
You can support our campaign here: actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
November 6, 2025 at 11:53 AM
We won't back down - we will fight @rockstargames.com & @taketwointeractive.bsky.social for our members' reinstatement.
No one should be fired for union activity.
You can support our campaign here: actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
No one should be fired for union activity.
You can support our campaign here: actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
Join our protest tomorrow! Let's show Rockstar & Take Two that we won't stand for union busting! 🙌
In one of the most shameless instances of union-busting Rockstar Games fired 30+ IWGB union members for NO OTHER REASON than to terrorize & silence them.
Join the IWGB protest!
Demand reinstatement!
📅 Thursday, 6 November
🕙 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
📍Take-Two House, 30 Cleveland Street, London, W1T 4JD
Join the IWGB protest!
Demand reinstatement!
📅 Thursday, 6 November
🕙 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
📍Take-Two House, 30 Cleveland Street, London, W1T 4JD
November 5, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Join our protest tomorrow! Let's show Rockstar & Take Two that we won't stand for union busting! 🙌
Rockstar union workers have set up a solidarity fund to help our fight after 30 of them were fired in an attempt to destroy the union.
Help us fight back! Anything you can donate will massively help our efforts to hold Rockstar to account.
actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
Help us fight back! Anything you can donate will massively help our efforts to hold Rockstar to account.
actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
Support Rockstar Workers Fighting Unfair Dismissals!
Last week over 30 members of staff at Grand Theft Auto VI developer Rockstar were fired en masse in a “calculated attack on workers”. The IWGB described Rockstar’s actions as ‘the most blatant and rut...
actionnetwork.org
November 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Rockstar union workers have set up a solidarity fund to help our fight after 30 of them were fired in an attempt to destroy the union.
Help us fight back! Anything you can donate will massively help our efforts to hold Rockstar to account.
actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
Help us fight back! Anything you can donate will massively help our efforts to hold Rockstar to account.
actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
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Grand Theft Auto VI developer Rockstar Games has been accused of union-busting by the Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain after a recent round of layoffs. gameinformer.com/2025/11/03/g...
November 3, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Grand Theft Auto VI developer Rockstar Games has been accused of union-busting by the Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain after a recent round of layoffs. gameinformer.com/2025/11/03/g...
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Rockstar, the developer of Grand Theft Auto VI, reportedly fired between 30 and 40 employees in a move that the Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain is claiming was "blatant" and "ruthless" union busting.
GTA 6 Dev Rockstar Accused of Union Busting in Sudden Firing of Dozens of Staff
bit.ly
November 3, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Rockstar, the developer of Grand Theft Auto VI, reportedly fired between 30 and 40 employees in a move that the Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain is claiming was "blatant" and "ruthless" union busting.
Across the world, game dev unions are standing with us. @rockstargames.com - reinstate our members, now!
SAG-AFTRA stands in solidarity with the IWGB Game Workers Union exercising their right to organize following reports of union-busting at Rockstar. Our members’ union performances on Rockstar games are an integral part of the success and legacy of games like Grand Theft Auto.
November 4, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Across the world, game dev unions are standing with us. @rockstargames.com - reinstate our members, now!
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The Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain (IWGB) has accused Rockstar of union busting after the studio reportedly dismissed 30 to 40 employees last Thursday (October 30)
www.gamesindustry.biz/iwgb-accuses...
www.gamesindustry.biz/iwgb-accuses...
IWGB accuses Rockstar of union busting following reported dismissal of over 30 employees
Workers affected were "either members of the union or attempting to organise" at Rockstar, IWGB claims
www.gamesindustry.biz
November 3, 2025 at 10:26 AM
The Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain (IWGB) has accused Rockstar of union busting after the studio reportedly dismissed 30 to 40 employees last Thursday (October 30)
www.gamesindustry.biz/iwgb-accuses...
www.gamesindustry.biz/iwgb-accuses...
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Rockstar accused of firing over 30 union members in 'calculated attack on workers'
Rockstar accused of firing over 30 union members in 'calculated attack on workers'
UK union IWGB claims the Grand Theft Auto maker has committed the 'most blatant and ruthless act of union busting in the history of the games industry.'
www.gamedeveloper.com
November 3, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Rockstar accused of firing over 30 union members in 'calculated attack on workers'
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Last week, Rockstar was accused of firing over 30 people for engaging in union activity.
In a statement to Bloomberg (and subsequently Game Developer), Rockstar owner Take-Two said those workers were fired for "gross misconduct."
Today, an IWGB rep told me there is no evidence that was the case.
In a statement to Bloomberg (and subsequently Game Developer), Rockstar owner Take-Two said those workers were fired for "gross misconduct."
Today, an IWGB rep told me there is no evidence that was the case.
Rockstar accused of firing over 30 union members in 'calculated attack on workers'
Rockstar accused of firing over 30 union members in 'calculated attack on workers'
UK union IWGB claims the Grand Theft Auto maker has committed the 'most blatant and ruthless act of union busting in the history of the games industry.'
www.gamedeveloper.com
November 3, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Last week, Rockstar was accused of firing over 30 people for engaging in union activity.
In a statement to Bloomberg (and subsequently Game Developer), Rockstar owner Take-Two said those workers were fired for "gross misconduct."
Today, an IWGB rep told me there is no evidence that was the case.
In a statement to Bloomberg (and subsequently Game Developer), Rockstar owner Take-Two said those workers were fired for "gross misconduct."
Today, an IWGB rep told me there is no evidence that was the case.
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The fact that some of the companies who run the games industry are fighting so hard to stop unionization just proves how much power the workers have when they stand together. This disgusting action only delays the inevitable; solidarity will win.
This is the most ruthless act of union busting in the history of the UK games industry. Yesterday, @rockstargames.com unfairly fired over 30 employees for union activity.
We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.
We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.
BREAKING: Yesterday Grand Theft Auto VI maker Rockstar Games fired dozens of people, all of whom were involved in union efforts. A British union calls it "blatant and ruthless" union-busting. Take-Two Interactive says it was due to misconduct.
Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
November 1, 2025 at 1:15 AM
The fact that some of the companies who run the games industry are fighting so hard to stop unionization just proves how much power the workers have when they stand together. This disgusting action only delays the inevitable; solidarity will win.
Dan Houser (co-founder and former Head Writer and VP of Creativity at Rockstar) acknowledges the critical role workers have had in the success of Rockstar’s titles, yet Rockstar is engaging in one of the most ruthless acts of union-busting in UK video game history.
www.pcgamer.com/gaming-indus...
www.pcgamer.com/gaming-indus...
November 1, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Dan Houser (co-founder and former Head Writer and VP of Creativity at Rockstar) acknowledges the critical role workers have had in the success of Rockstar’s titles, yet Rockstar is engaging in one of the most ruthless acts of union-busting in UK video game history.
www.pcgamer.com/gaming-indus...
www.pcgamer.com/gaming-indus...
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Grand Theft Auto 6 developer Rockstar Games has been accused of "blatant and ruthless" union busting after reportedly firing over 30 developers across the UK and Canada.
All affected workers were supposedly involved in trade union activity.
Take-Two states the firings were for "gross misconduct."
All affected workers were supposedly involved in trade union activity.
Take-Two states the firings were for "gross misconduct."
Rockstar Games Fires Dozens of Workers, Accused of "Blatant" Union Busting
The affected GTA6 developers were all involved in union organising activities. Publisher Take-Two cites "gross misconduct" for the firings.
thisweekinvideogames.com
October 31, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Grand Theft Auto 6 developer Rockstar Games has been accused of "blatant and ruthless" union busting after reportedly firing over 30 developers across the UK and Canada.
All affected workers were supposedly involved in trade union activity.
Take-Two states the firings were for "gross misconduct."
All affected workers were supposedly involved in trade union activity.
Take-Two states the firings were for "gross misconduct."
This is the most ruthless act of union busting in the history of the UK games industry. Yesterday, @rockstargames.com unfairly fired over 30 employees for union activity.
We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.
We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.
BREAKING: Yesterday Grand Theft Auto VI maker Rockstar Games fired dozens of people, all of whom were involved in union efforts. A British union calls it "blatant and ruthless" union-busting. Take-Two Interactive says it was due to misconduct.
Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
‘Grand Theft Auto’ Studio Accused of Union Busting After Firings
Union says 30 and 40 people were terminated. Rockstar Games’ parent company cites ‘gross misconduct’
www.bloomberg.com
October 31, 2025 at 8:01 PM
This is the most ruthless act of union busting in the history of the UK games industry. Yesterday, @rockstargames.com unfairly fired over 30 employees for union activity.
We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.
We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.
An excellent article from the BBC on the situation at Build A Rocket Boy. IWGB Game Workers stand shoulder to shoulder with Ben, Isaac, and Marg, who have demonstrated enormous courage in speaking out against corporate mismanagement. This is what solidarity looks like.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
MindsEye: How ex-Grand Theft Auto boss’s grand vision became a £200m flop
Lesley Benzies was one of the architects behind one of the most successful video games in history.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 20, 2025 at 11:17 AM
An excellent article from the BBC on the situation at Build A Rocket Boy. IWGB Game Workers stand shoulder to shoulder with Ben, Isaac, and Marg, who have demonstrated enormous courage in speaking out against corporate mismanagement. This is what solidarity looks like.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
We stand in solidarity with employees and ex-employees at Build a Rocket Boy as they file legal claims through our union and publish an open letter, condemning the way in which they’ve been mistreated and discarded by the studio’s millionaire executives.
www.gameworkers.co.uk/barb-open-le...
www.gameworkers.co.uk/barb-open-le...
October 10, 2025 at 12:15 PM
We stand in solidarity with employees and ex-employees at Build a Rocket Boy as they file legal claims through our union and publish an open letter, condemning the way in which they’ve been mistreated and discarded by the studio’s millionaire executives.
www.gameworkers.co.uk/barb-open-le...
www.gameworkers.co.uk/barb-open-le...
"ZA/UM union workers will be represented by the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain. Studio management has recognized the fledging union and will meet regularly with a committee of elected workplace representatives."
Work in the UK games industry? Join us today:
iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
Work in the UK games industry? Join us today:
iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
UK workers at Disco Elysium studio ZA/UM have unionized
UK workers at Disco Elysium studio ZA/UM have unionized
Employees have formed the first recognized workplace union in the UK game industry.
www.gamedeveloper.com
October 2, 2025 at 12:05 PM
"ZA/UM union workers will be represented by the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain. Studio management has recognized the fledging union and will meet regularly with a committee of elected workplace representatives."
Work in the UK games industry? Join us today:
iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
Work in the UK games industry? Join us today:
iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
🙌The first recognised union for game devs in the UK! 🙌
Workers at ZAUM now have a say on their pay and conditions at work with the support of the @iwgbunion.bsky.social
Work in games in the UK? Join our union today: iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
Workers at ZAUM now have a say on their pay and conditions at work with the support of the @iwgbunion.bsky.social
Work in games in the UK? Join our union today: iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
The ZA/UM Workers' Alliance - a new union set up to represent a subset of UK-based employees at the company - discusses how it wants to help staff feel safe and comfortable in their jobs
www.gamesindustry.biz/after-layoff...
www.gamesindustry.biz/after-layoff...
After layoffs, cancellations, and controversy, ZA/UM UK staff unionise as the Workers' Alliance
"We like being here. We want to continue being here. So let's try and get a seat at the table in the big management meetings."
www.gamesindustry.biz
October 2, 2025 at 10:13 AM
🙌The first recognised union for game devs in the UK! 🙌
Workers at ZAUM now have a say on their pay and conditions at work with the support of the @iwgbunion.bsky.social
Work in games in the UK? Join our union today: iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
Workers at ZAUM now have a say on their pay and conditions at work with the support of the @iwgbunion.bsky.social
Work in games in the UK? Join our union today: iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
Devastated to see the recent news about EA, our hearts go out to those who may now feel worried about their job security. Now is a great time for workers at EA owned companies to organise whilst there is still time.
You can find more information about our union here: www.gameworkers.co.uk
You can find more information about our union here: www.gameworkers.co.uk
September 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Devastated to see the recent news about EA, our hearts go out to those who may now feel worried about their job security. Now is a great time for workers at EA owned companies to organise whilst there is still time.
You can find more information about our union here: www.gameworkers.co.uk
You can find more information about our union here: www.gameworkers.co.uk
The tabletop freelancer survey closes on Monday, if you want to make sure IWGB has the info to fight for fair freelancer wages share it and fill it in now!
forms.gle/efLP5CLxskse...
forms.gle/efLP5CLxskse...
Tabletop Freelancer Rates Survey
[PLEASE DO NOT FILL IN THIS SURVEY IF YOU DO NOT LIVE / WORK IN THE UK]
This is a form put together by freelance tabletop workers in the IWGB to better understand the rate of freelance pay provided ...
forms.gle
September 6, 2025 at 5:43 PM
The tabletop freelancer survey closes on Monday, if you want to make sure IWGB has the info to fight for fair freelancer wages share it and fill it in now!
forms.gle/efLP5CLxskse...
forms.gle/efLP5CLxskse...
Over 450 game devs coming together to form a union at Diablo! 🥳
Game workers deserve job security and a good work-life balance. By forming a union at your studio, you can do just that - if you work in the UK games industry, join us today:
iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
Game workers deserve job security and a good work-life balance. By forming a union at your studio, you can do just that - if you work in the UK games industry, join us today:
iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
Diablo devs unionize following layoffs and dissatisfaction with AI, pay
aftermath.site/diablo-union...
aftermath.site/diablo-union...
August 28, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Over 450 game devs coming together to form a union at Diablo! 🥳
Game workers deserve job security and a good work-life balance. By forming a union at your studio, you can do just that - if you work in the UK games industry, join us today:
iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...
Game workers deserve job security and a good work-life balance. By forming a union at your studio, you can do just that - if you work in the UK games industry, join us today:
iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...