The official countdown to the rumored Grand Theft Auto VI trailer release. Get ready for Vice City like you've never seen it before.
Rockstar Games released the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI on December 4, 2023, confirming the game's setting in the state of Leonida, including Vice City. The trailer has amassed over 170 million views in its first week, breaking YouTube records for gaming reveals. The 90-second trailer showcases the game's two protagonists and the vibrant, detailed open world that players will explore.
Take-Two Interactive's financial report (February 2024) confirmed Fall 2025 for GTA VI launch, with CEO Strauss Zelnick stating development is "proceeding according to plan." The game will launch exclusively on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S initially, aligning with Rockstar's traditional release strategy. Source: Rockstar Newswire
For the first time in the franchise's history, GTA VI will feature a female protagonist named Lucia alongside a male character who appears to be her partner, rumored to be named Jason. Their narrative draws inspiration from infamous criminal couples, creating a Bonnie and Clyde-inspired storyline. This narrative choice was confirmed in the official trailer released in December 2023. Source: IGN
GTA VI takes place in the fictional state of Leonida, featuring a modernized Vice City (based on Miami) and surrounding areas inspired by Florida. The game world will include diverse biomes including beaches, swamps, and rural locations. Footage shown in the official trailer confirms the recreation of iconic Miami locations and Florida Keys. Source: Kotaku
GTA VI will utilize the latest version of Rockstar's proprietary RAGE (Rockstar Advanced Game Engine) technology, featuring advanced lighting, physics, and animation systems. The trailer demonstrates significant graphical improvements over GTA V, with realistic water effects, lighting, and character models.
Official statements from Take-Two confirm GTA VI will feature significantly improved AI for non-player characters, creating a more realistic and reactive world. NPCs will have unique routines, memories of player interactions, and respond more naturally to events occurring in the game world.
GTA VI is being developed exclusively for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with no plans announced for previous generation consoles. This focus on current hardware allows for significantly improved graphics, larger crowds, faster loading times, and more complex game systems than were possible in GTA V.
The Grand Theft Auto series began in 1997 with the original top-down perspective game developed by DMA Design (now Rockstar North). The franchise transformed gaming with 2001's GTA III, which pioneered the 3D open-world genre.
GTA: Vice City (2002) first introduced players to the Miami-inspired setting, with its iconic 80s atmosphere and soundtrack. GTA: San Andreas (1994) expanded the concept with three cities and RPG elements, while GTA IV (2008) brought a more serious tone and enhanced physics.
GTA V (2013) has become one of the most successful entertainment products of all time, selling over 190 million copies and generating billions through its GTA Online component. The anticipation for GTA VI has reached unprecedented levels, with fans analyzing every detail of the first trailer for clues about the upcoming game.
The internet is flooded with rumors and speculation about GTA VI. Here, we separate verified information from popular myths to help you distinguish fact from fiction.
According to industry reports, Rockstar began conceptual work on GTA VI shortly after GTA V's release, while focusing resources on Red Dead Redemption 2.
Rockstar releases the first GTA VI trailer, confirming Vice City setting, dual protagonists, and a 2025 release window. The trailer broke viewing records with 93 million views in 24 hours.
Take-Two Interactive's financial report confirms a Fall 2025 release window for GTA VI, narrowing down the expected launch timeframe.
Based on Rockstar's typical marketing timeline, a second trailer showcasing gameplay elements is anticipated in late 2024.
The officially confirmed release window for GTA VI on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. PC version expected to follow at a later date.