Rockstar North Studio Fully Operational Following Early Morning Boiler Incident
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Rockstar North's Edinburgh offices are fully operational again following an early morning boiler room explosion that prompted an emergency response from local fire crews.
Emergency services cordoned off the Rockstar North offices in Edinburgh earlier this week following what local reports identify as a boiler room explosion. According to coverage by Rock Paper Shotgun, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service mobilized three fire appliances and specialist resources to Holyrood Road just after 5 AM on January 19 to secure structural damage at the commercial building. Fortunately, local authorities confirmed there were no reported casualties from the incident.
Rockstar quickly moved to reassure the community as speculation began to circulate online. A studio spokesperson issued a statement to IGN confirming that a heating boiler malfunction caused the commotion, while also thanking emergency responders for their swift action. The studio confirmed that everyone is safe and well, and that operations remain fully open and operational with minimal structural disruption.
While the studio has quickly returned to business as usual, the headlines arrive during a tense period for the developer behind the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6. The Edinburgh hub has recently been a focal point for labor discussions and legal proceedings involving the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain regarding former employees. However, local authorities and reports have made it clear that there is no connection between the recent boiler malfunction and any ongoing studio disputes.
Tags: Rockstar Games, GTA 6, Industry News, Development
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun