Logitech Grants All 7,000 Employees a Day Off to Play GTA 6
The peripheral maker's "Logi Game Day" initiative lets workers from interns to full-timers take paid time to play the highly anticipated title launching November 19.
With GTA 6 set to arrive on November 19, Logitech is taking an unconventional approach to the anticipated game's release by formally allowing its entire workforce a sanctioned day away from the office. The peripheral and hardware manufacturer is rolling out "Logi Game Day," a program that extends to all 7,000 employees across the organization, from entry-level interns through full-time staff members. Those who participate need not restrict themselves to Rockstar's title; the company has made clear that workers can choose to play any game they wish during their time off.
Industry observers have predicted that GTA 6's launch could drain roughly $1 billion in U.S. economic productivity as players worldwide take unscheduled absences to experience the game. Rather than contend with widespread unplanned departures, Logitech is preemptively offering its team members a legitimate opportunity to participate in the gaming phenomenon. The initiative remains available through the following year, giving employees flexibility in when they exercise the benefit.
The title is currently exclusive to consoles, with a PC version expected in early 2027. Players can already reserve copies and begin pre-loading the game, though the PS5 version requires 212GB of storage—a substantial download that poses challenges for users with limited bandwidth. The rising costs associated with expanding PS5 storage capacity add another layer of expense for those preparing to dive into the game.