GTA VI is among the most eagerly awaited releases in recent memory. With Grandma-like time since the last mainline entry, fans have high expectations. The initial trailer sparked a global buzz, racking up tens of millions of views and strong engagement within hours of its release. The video was published on the official Rockstar Games channel, and re-uploads on other platforms are not counted in the totals.
What do we know about the next Grand Theft Auto?
The widely viewed Trailer 1 hints at the lead pair, a Bonnie and Clyde–style duo, and confirms a setting in Vice City. The visuals blend swampland textures with sleek urban districts, delivering a photorealistic sense of place. The trailer also underscores how social media will influence the game’s narrative and world-building, suggesting a prominent role for online networks throughout the experience.
The opening sequence shows a dramatic sunset over the exterior of the prison headquarters where the heroine, Lucia, is introduced, before cutting to rapid aerial shots of cinematic landscapes and crowded beaches. The presence of Non-Playable Characters adds life to the city’s streets.
The city’s nightlife — clubs, luxury automobiles, glowing neon, and major events — is presented as a vibrant backdrop. The trailer includes clips that resemble social media posts, reinforcing the idea that online platforms will be a key driver of in-game events. The return of familiar media groups and Weazel News is anticipated, alongside quick pacing through illegal races and offbeat, chaotic characters. The game appears to embrace the wild energy Rockstar Games is known for. The track used in the trailer is Tom Petty’s “Love is a Long Road.”
On which platforms will GTA 6 be released?
The trailer’s closing moments indicate that GTA VI is slated for a 2025 release window. Specific platform details are not fully disclosed within the clip, but a subsequent press release lists versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with a release date yet to be confirmed in 2025. There is no formal indication that GTA VI will launch on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. PC availability remains uncertain, and fans in Canada and the United States should prepare for a staggered rollout that follows the initial console offerings.