GPT-6.2 Astra appears in Codex usage analytics for some users. It shows up on the 31 October bar only. Share of traffic ranges from 1.6% to 37.7% by account. The model picker still lists GPT-6 Astra. Some requests are quietly routed to the new model. A raw response event confirms the model ID is live on OpenAI servers. OpenAI has not announced GPT-6.2 Astra. Model docs still list GPT-6 Astra, GPT-6.1 Sol and GPT-6 Luna. Users report outputs like 3D scenes and a semi-open-world RPG. OpenAI shelved GPT-6.1 Astra in late September over concerns. A public launch may follow within days.
What changed
Codex requests were routed only to GPT-6 Astra.
What it unlocks
Access to a newer model version without user selection.
- 1.6% to 37.7% of Codex usage on 31 October 2026
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