Dan Houser
Co-founder and former creative leader at Rockstar Games, principal writer behind Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption; founder of Absurd Ventures creating books, comics, and games.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 2h 54min
#484 – Dan Houser: GTA, Red Dead Redemption, Rockstar, Absurd & Future of Gaming
Dan Houser, co-founder of Rockstar Games and the creative mind behind Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption, shares his insights into storytelling and game design. He discusses the impact of influential films on his narrative approach and dives into the complexities of game production timelines. Hauser elaborates on crafting multi-protagonist narratives, the moral depth of characters like Arthur Morgan, and the creative pressures of delivering blockbuster titles. He also reflects on the role of AI in gaming and offers advice for aspiring creators.
Nov 26, 2025 • 42min
The lead writer of Grand Theft Auto, Dan Houser, on his debut novel.
Dan Houser, former lead writer and co-founder of Rockstar Games, dives into his debut novel A Better Paradise, exploring the chaotic aftermath of a rogue video game. Katie Mitchell shares her frustrations, revealing why she stepped back from opera due to pervasive sexism in the industry. Neal Ambrose-Smith discusses his mother, Jean Quick-to-See Smith's, impactful artwork linking Native American themes with environmental urgency and the emotional collaboration in her final pieces. Together, they offer a rich tapestry of creativity and critique.
