Logitech is introducing Logi Game Day, a program that gives approximately 7,000 employees worldwide a paid day off to play the game of their choice. The initiative arrives ahead of Grand Theft Auto VI’s November 19 launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, although staff can claim the benefit at any point through November 2027.
Logitech G will mark GTA 6’s launch day with a livestream from Logitech’s San Jose, California headquarters. The stream will be hosted by Robin Piispanen, a former professional player and the current general manager of Logitech G.
The company has highlighted several games internally as options for the paid gaming day:
- Grand Theft Auto VI
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
- Forza
Logitech is positioning the policy around gaming’s potential workplace benefits. In a company-commissioned study of more than 9,400 people, 81% of respondents said gaming improves their self-confidence and reduces anxiety. The company also argues that strategic thinking, performing under pressure and rapid problem-solving developed through games can transfer to professional work.
The GTA 6 launch is also expected to affect leave patterns beyond Logitech. HR studies cited by the company indicate that time-off requests for November 19 have risen by as much as 17%, while some smaller US businesses have reportedly opted to close for the day. The game is set to unlock in New Zealand from 13:00 on November 18, raising the prospect of early spoilers ahead of the wider November 19 release.
Logitech has not detailed whether Logi Game Day will continue beyond the current November 2027 eligibility window.
