Rockstar North, the studio famously spearheading development on the highly anticipated *Grand Theft Auto VI*, experienced an unnerving start to the day when its Edinburgh, Scotland headquarters was the site of a reported explosion this morning, January 19. The incident, traced back to a malfunction within one of the heating boilers, prompted an immediate emergency response.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) received the alarm around 5:02 a.m. local time, deploying seven emergency vehicles to the scene. Firefighters quickly worked to assess and secure what was described as structural damage resulting from the blast. Fortunately, the incident was resolved safely, and fire crews were able to leave the site by 9:21 a.m. local time, confirming that zero casualties or injuries were sustained.
A representative for Rockstar confirmed the details shortly thereafter, stating that the structural damage was minimal. Crucially, the studio quickly reassured the public and its fanbase that operations remain uninterrupted. “Everyone is well and our studio remains open and operational,” the spokesperson stated, thanking the police and fire crews for their swift action. While *GTA VI* fans worldwide continue to speculate about the title’s November 19 launch, the focus today remains on the well-being of the developers and the rapid handling of the early morning emergency.