This week on Nerfed, we dive into the fallout of Rockstar Games officially opening pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6, which revealed a controversial $80 price tag and a complete lack of physical discs even in retail boxes. Hosts Vanessa Calderon and Marcus Shaw break down why this 'code-in-a-box' move is a massive win for publisher control and a major blow to the second-hand market. We also cover the massive wave of labor activism sweeping the industry, from the French STJV union's 'Summer Greve Fest' strike on June 25th to the official election of the Magic: The Gathering Arena developers' union. The episode also tackles disturbing reports of leadership retaliation at Xbox studios and a class-action lawsuit hitting Obsidian Entertainment over alleged wage and hour violations. Finally, we peek into the future with Hideo Kojima’s cryptic teases for his horror project, OD, including a new system designed to help players push through their fear. It is a packed week of industry-shifting news, studio drama, and the ongoing tension between corporate margins and creator rights.