Game Informer, a long-standing video game magazine, recently unveiled the cover of its next issue featuring 'The Blood of Dawnwalker,' an upcoming title from Bandai Namco Entertainment. This announcement, made on May 12, 2026, sparked significant backlash from the gaming community, particularly fans of the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. Prior to the reveal, Game Informer had teased the cover with a four-word redacted game name, leading many to speculate that it would be GTA 6. The timing of the reveal was particularly sensitive, as it coincided with expectations for new content from Rockstar Games, especially given the upcoming Take-Two Interactive earnings call. When the cover was leaked, it extinguished the excitement surrounding the potential GTA 6 announcement. During the live stream, fans expressed their disappointment by flooding the comments with 'GTA 6' and later 'L' to voice their frustration over the cover choice. Ultimately, the backlash stemmed not just from the cover itself, but from the timing and the high hopes set by the gaming community.