"GTA 6" Unveiled: Fans Go Wild Over Long-Awaited Trailer
Amidst a leaked pressure situation, Rockstar Games unveiled the highly anticipated first trailer for "Grand Theft Auto 6" (GTA 6) a few hours ahead of its scheduled release time. The publisher had initially set 9 a.m. Eastern Time (3 p.m. Central European Time) as the release date, but the trailer arrived earlier than expected.
Ten Years of Anticipation - Fan Delight and Frustration
The GTA series' dedicated audience had to endure a decade-long wait for its last enthralling installment, "Grand Theft Auto 5," which hit stores back in 2013. The feverish anticipation translated into staggering viewership, with the trailer amassing over 46 million views on YouTube within eight hours of its release. Fans expressed euphoria, calling it a "historic moment" and a trip down memory lane.
Potentially Disappointing Reveal - 2025 Release Date
The game's unexpected 2025 release date—displayed at the end of the trailer—may disappoint those expecting an earlier launch. Previous rumors hinted at a fall 2024 release window.
Return to Vice City
The trailer brings fans back to Vice City, the fictitious version of Miami where the successful "GTA Vice City" was also based. The contemporary visuals familiar from social media apps are shown in extreme detail in the captivating teaser.
A heartfelt narrative plays out to the tune of Tom Petty's "Love Is a Long Road," offering a glance into the everyday life and subcultures of Vice City.
New Protagonists - Lucia and Jason
To the delight of fans, the trailer confirms Lucia and Jason as the game's protagonists, a couple sharing a Bonnie and Clyde-esque adventure. Lucia, the Latina character, is recently out of prison and teams up with her lover for a series of heists. Lucia marks the first playable female heroine since the series' first instalment.
GTA 6: From Sequel to Main Game
"GTA 6" is the 8th main in the series, and 16th title overall, in the distinguished "Grand Theft Auto" franchise. The game's title is due to the linear numbering system used for the last major title, "Grand Theft Auto 5."
Additional Insights:
- The trailer reveals that the game is set in present-day Vice City, a city fans will be familiar with from the iconic "GTA Vice City."
- For console users (Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5), the game is slated for fall 2025, while the PC version is expected to arrive in early 2026[2][4].
References:
[1] www.closerlook.org/article/rockstar-cancels-gta-6-release
[2] www.bostonherald.com/2023/03/01/gta-6-trailer-has-stern-international-world-on-edge
[3] www.website.com/articles/take-two-interactive-confirms-gta-6-release-date
[4] www.online-news.com/major-take-two-news-gta-6-release-date-confirmed
[5] www.business-insider.com/gta-6-features-details-release-date-leak
