Everything we know about GTA 6: Release date, story trailer and characters

After Rockstar revealed that the GTA VI release date would be delayed until May 2026, they finally dropped the second trailer for the sequel that we’ve been anticipating for over 10 years. You can check that out and get a detailed summary of everything we know about the next GTA so far right here.

More than 10 years after the release of GTA V, fans finally got a sneak peek at GTA 6 when Rockstar unveiled the game’s first trailer in December 2023. Now, we’ve got a second trailer to dive into, and it reveals plenty of new info about the setting and story.

GTA 6 release date confirmed

GTA 6 will be released on May 26, 2026. It was originally scheduled to release in Fall 2025, but on May 2, 2025, Rockstar announced that the long-awaited sequel had been pushed back, as they “need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve.”

This comes after Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick doubled down on Fall 2025 release window during a February 2025 earnings call. The CEO told IGN that Take-Two “feels really good” about the Fall 2025 release window, but admitted there’s “always a risk of slippage.”

Rockstar’s announcement put years of rumors and speculation to bed, as fans now have a concrete release date to mark in their calendars.

Of course, it’s still possible that it could be delayed further, so we’ll keep this page updated.

GTA 6 trailers

GTA 6’s first official trailer was released on December 4, 2023, and was titled “Trailer 1.”

The Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer was released earlier than expected after a massive leak was shared on X just hours before Rockstar’s premiere was scheduled.

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The trailer introduces Lucia, GTA 6’s first female protagonist, who appears to be involved in a Bonnie and Clyde-style crime spree with her partner.

Scenes of armed robbery, police chases, and general mayhem are shown throughout the trailer, emphasizing the franchise’s traditional focus on criminal activities and satirical takes on American culture​.

On May 6, nearly 18 months on from the first, Trailer 2 was finally released, revealing even more about the setting and story:

GTA 6 images

What platforms will GTA 6 be on?

According to Rockstar Games’ latest official announcement, Grand Theft Auto VI is set be released to on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X. As of now, there’s no official release window for a PC version of the game.

This current focus on next-generation consoles aligns with Rockstar’s traditional release strategy, which typically sees their major titles initially launching on consoles before eventually expanding to PC. However, there will be no launch on last-gen consoles like Xbox One, PS4 or Nintendo Switch.

Given this historical pattern, it’s reasonable to speculate that a PC release of GTA 6 might follow, but as of this moment, no specific plans have been disclosed.

For now, GTA 6 appears to be a console-exclusive title, and fans eagerly awaiting a PC version will need to stay tuned for any future announcements from Rockstar Games.

GTA 6 setting, location and map size

GTA 6 is set to take players back to very familiar Vice City, a fictional location based in Miami, Florida.

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Leonida’s diverse landscape was on full display in the first-ever GTA 6 trailer

As we are returning to Vice City, expect sunny skies, palm trees, beaches, and a thriving nightlife. Oh, and prominent signage – a giant “VICE” sign was showcased in the trailer. In fact, it appears that most of the fictional state of Leonida will be playable.

In this modern-day Vice City, players will navigate what appears to be a massive map that captures the essence of Florida’s unique landscape. The trailer teases varied terrain, from bustling city streets to swamps, hinting at a map size that promises extensive exploration opportunities.

While we don’t know exactly how big the map is, Rockstar have at least released details on a number of areas that will appear. Check them out below:

These range from sun-kissed beaches to swampier marshlands, and there’s even a rocky mountain area to explore. Check out our full map guide for more details.

Previously, industry analyst Michael Pachter had gone on record to claim that GTA 6 would feature multiple continents. “My understanding is that it is a mashup of Vice City, San Andreas, Liberty City, and Europe. London for sure,” he said in March 2022.

However, nowhere outside of Florida has been revealed so far. So, either this isn’t the case, or Rockstar are keeping the additional locations close to their chest.

Either way, rumors have suggested that the map is going to be the biggest Rockstar sandbox map yet, dwarfing any of their previous efforts. If it’s chock-full of detail and things to do, then be prepared to lose hundreds of hours exploring it.

Growing GTA 6 map

A report by Bloomberg suggested that the working title of GTA 6 is Project Americas and that the game will be primarily set in a fictional version of Miami and its surrounding areas.

The report also states that the game will evolve and grow over time, adding new cities and regions throughout its lifecycle. This would likely involve story content, expanding the world map or locations that can be visited. However, these updates could also come as part of an ever-expanding successor to GTA Online.

Here, players can make out much more, including a road layout. The leak has excited fans everywhere on sites like Reddit, with user himikotogaas stating: “With how many times I’ve seen this now and how it just continuously keeps getting more and more added onto it, the more I hope it is legit.”

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GTA 6 will apparently feature two protagonists inspired by Bonnie and Clyde.

GTA 6 story, plot and characters

GTA 6’s story appears to revolve around two protagonists – a groundbreaking move for the franchise.

For the first time in the series, a female protagonist, Lucia, steps into the spotlight, beginning her journey under the shadow of Vice City’s prison bars. She’s joined by a male character named Jason, echoing the infamous Bonnie and Clyde.

This development was first teased in the 2022 leaks and was shown in greater detail in Trailer 2. After Lucia gets out of jail, the duo take part in a number of explosive missions, including high-stakes robberies and daring chases that are reminiscent of GTA 5’s heists.

This duo’s journey is set to be a rollercoaster of heists and close shaves with the law, potentially showcasing the character-switching mechanic that became a hallmark of GTA 5. The ability to alternate between characters could offer a dynamic storytelling perspective, allowing players to experience the plot from multiple angles.

All characters so far

The official GTA 6 website has also revealed a host of other characters who will appear:

Soundtrack so far

Only two songs have been confirmed for the GTA 6 soundtrack so far, and they’re the two that have been used in both trailers.Both are from the 1980s and do a great job of selling the vibe of Vice City:

Grand Theft Auto games are known for their extensive tracklists that span multiple genres across different in-game radio stations, so expect plenty more to be revealed in the months ahead. Artists will likely be clamoring to be included, too, as 36,000 revealed that Love is a Long Road saw a 36,000% spike in listens after it was used in Trailer 1.

GTA 6 gameplay leak

On September 18 2024, the gaming industry stood still for a moment as what appeared to be the very first GTA 6 gameplay spilled out online. First came a few smaller clips of various character animations, with many refusing to believe their legitimacy. Then came the more elaborate footage, with full robbery sequences and cop shootouts on display. Still, many were questioning if it was all just an elaborate fake given Rockstar’s secrecy.

Before long, journalist Jason Schreier confirmed with sources at the studio that these leaks were indeed real. More than 90 videos were shared as a hacker looked to “negotiate a deal” with the developers.

Everything from confirmation on the return of Vice City as a central location to footage of both previously reported protagonists was revealed in the leak. Given nothing official had surfaced prior, no gameplay, no screenshots, not even a logo, this enormous info dump was among the biggest in gaming history.

Fortunately, Rockstar followed up to assure fans they don’t anticipate “any long-term effect on the development of ongoing projects.”

Will there be crossplay in GTA 6?

Currently, none of Rockstar’s games have cross-play, and we do not currently know if GTA 6 will include the feature. While we still have no information regarding the feature in GTA 6, it’s likely that it could mark the first time the feature appears in one of their titles.

This could allow players across all hardware to play together. Whether you’re on console or PC, you may be able to interact in GTA 6 without limitations.

GTA 6 leaks and teasers

Plenty of other GTA 6 leaks have arisen surrounding the game, with a number of job listings from Rockstar North having been picked up by fans of the series, starting with Character Costume & Wardrobe Stylists.

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Teasers and leaks are everywhere for the game.

F of the franchise speculated that Rockstar may have leaked GTA 6 screenshots into GTA Online via a new series of shirts that were added in a recent update.

Two alleged leaks went viral on Twitter on June 25 2024 both claiming that GTA 6’s story will take place in Cuba, Colombia, and Miami. One of the leaks claimed that game will be set in 2022 or 2023. The leaker ‘SaycheeseDGTL’ claims to have got the information from a “Rockstar Games Insider.”

Of course, these leaks remain unconfirmed despite blowing up online, so fans should look at the information provided with some healthy skepticism.

Live event announcement

In June 2021, Rockstar posted a job listing for a “Live Events Co-ordinator” on their website. This slither of information led some GTA 6 fans to assume that an old leak about a live event announcement for GTA 6 is true.

According to the previous leak, GTA 6 will be introduced to fans over a set of live events and various updates to GTA Online. As always, these leaks should be taken with a pinch of salt, but the two may be connected.

Teasers

There have been some other possible teasers, too, including in the developer’s Christmas gift to influencers. The contents of the gift surfaced on social media and showcased a previously never-before-seen Rockstar logo patch that was themed in the flag of Colombia.

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Rockstar Games sent out these gifts to influencers over Christmas. You’ll notice the logo plastered over a Colombian flag on one of them.

Bitcoin feature currency leaks

Another feature leak claims that GTA 6 will feature some form of cryptocurrency, with players also seeing the return of the stock market. According to Tom Henderson, this feature will mainly come from some of the game’s higher-up characters, particularly when needing to transfer vast amounts of currency to the player character quickly.

Vice City Online, Rockstar Cartel, and GTA 6 domain names

A Reddit user also previously pointed out that Take-Two Interactive had renewed two interesting domain names. The publishing parent of Rockstar Games has renewed gtavicecityonline, gtavi, and more recently, rockstarcartel.

Companies are known to renew their domain names regularly, even when they have no plans to utilize them, so take these domains with a grain of salt.

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