Army unit offers 4-day pass to play Grand Theft Auto VI as reenlistment bonus
Eligible soldiers must reenlist for a minimum of two years and up to six years.
Fort Stewart, a U.S. Army base in Georgia, has announced an unusual reenlistment bonus for active duty soldiers: a four-day pass to play the upcoming video game Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6). This incentive, proposed exclusively for the 9th Brigade Engineering Battalion, aims to entice soldiers to commit to an additional two to six years of service in the military.
The program, which has already been accepted by 20 soldiers, is designed to capitalize on the strong anticipation for the game's release on November 19. Lt. Col. Angel Tomko, a spokesperson for the 3rd Infantry Division, stated that the goal was to create a unique incentive that resonates with soldiers' interests. While the program is currently limited to a single battalion, there is potential for expansion.
This approach echoes the Army's broader strategy of engaging with younger generations through unconventional means, such as attending gaming conventions and forming esports teams.
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