Rockstar North has confirmed it is "open and operational" after experiencing a boiler malfunction

Update: 15:40, 19/1: A spokesperson for Rockstar stated that their studio in Edinburgh is still "open and operational" after the fire service responded to an emergency call at the location earlier today.

The representative informed GamesIndustry.biz that a heating boiler experienced a malfunction at Rockstar North on Monday morning.

"We appreciate the concern from those who reached out, and are thankful to the police and fire department for their quick response in evaluating the situation. Everyone is fine, and our studio is fully operational," the spokesperson added.

Initial report: Reports earlier today indicated that the fire brigade responded to a potential explosion at Rockstar North's premises on Holyrood Road early on January 19.

According to The Herald, seven vehicles from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were deployed to the headquarters of the developer known for the Grand Theft Auto series. An alarm had been triggered shortly after 5 a.m.

After ensuring safety, fire services departed around three hours later, having addressed structural damage at the site. Fortunately, the incident resulted in no injuries.

The precise reason behind the fire has yet to be disclosed, but initial reports suggest it may have originated from an "explosion in a boiler room."

"We received an alert at 5:02 a.m. on January 19, prompting us to respond to an event on Holyrood Road," stated a representative from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.

"Three fire appliances and specialized resources were mobilized to secure the commercial building's structural integrity. No casualties were reported, and crews exited the scene at 9:21 a.m."

GamesIndustry.biz has requested more information from Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company.

Rockstar North is the creator of the Grand Theft Auto franchise. The highly anticipated sixth installment in this open-world series is scheduled for release in November 2026, following delays.

Recently, the company faced backlash over the dismissal of over 30 employees, with the IWGB Game Workers accusing the company of union-busting and pursuing legal action. However, a Glasgow Employment Tribunal judge recently denied the union's request for interim relief.