Telecommunications giant Virgin Media has officially launched an exclusive promotional contest offering one selected gamer an 800-euro payout alongside a free retail copy to play Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto VI for eight hours upon its official global release. According to verified reports from GameSpot News, the promotional campaign invites eligible gaming enthusiasts in Ireland to submit a short 100-to-200-word written application detailing why they deserve the paid playtesting gig. Applications close strictly on November 15, after which the company will randomly select a winner and make contact within seven business days. The selected candidate earns €100 ($111 USD) per hour across eight total gameplay hours, culminating in a total payout of €800 ($891 USD). The recipient enjoys complete scheduling flexibility to split their playtime across an entire week however they see fit. In exchange, the participant must post a video review across TikTok or Instagram, tagging Virgin Media and clearly disclosing the content as a paid advertising sponsorship. This unprecedented marketing activation comes as excitement builds around hardware demands and system preparation, detailed in our breakdown of the [GTA 6 File Size & Pre-Load Date [Leak]: PS5 Details 2026](/news/gta-6-file-size-ps5-leak-585). Gamers looking to secure their spot must adhere strictly to contest terms before registration closes.