- Official Announcement & Release Date**
- Announcement: Rockstar confirmed GTA 6’s development in February 2022.
- Trailer Release: The first official trailer is expected in late 2024, with a possible release in 2025 or 2026.
- Platforms: Likely PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (though PC may come later).
- Setting & Map**
- Location: The game is heavily rumored to return to Vice City (Miami-inspired) with parts of South America (possibly Colombia or Brazil).
- Map Size: Expected to be larger than GTA V, with evolving areas (cities expanding over time).
- Time Period: Likely modern-day, but with flashbacks to the 1980s (Vice City nostalgia).
- Characters & Story**
- Protagonists:
- Two main characters (rumored to be named Jason & Lucia).
- First female protagonist (Lucia) in a main GTA game.
- Possible Bonnie & Clyde-style crime duo storyline.
- Antagonists: Unknown, but drug cartels and corrupt officials may play a role.
- Story Tone: More grounded than GTA V, possibly focusing on **crime, betrayal, and survival
- Gameplay Features (Rumored & Expected)**
- Improved AI:
- Police chases will be more realistic (cops remember your crimes).
- NPCs have daily routines (like Red Dead Redemption 2).
- Vehicle & Physics:
- More realistic car damage & handling.
- Better car customization (similar to GTA Online).
- Heists & Missions:
- More dynamic heists with multiple approaches.
- Co-op missions for two players (Jason & Lucia).
- Economy & Crime:
- Drug trafficking, money laundering, and business management.
- Stock market & property buying return.
- Dynamic World:
- Weather affects gameplay (hurricanes in Vice City).
- NPCs react more realistically to crimes.
- Graphics & Technology**
- New Engine: Likely an upgraded RAGE Engine (used in RDR2).
- Visuals:
- /Ray tracing, 4K textures, and hyper-realistic lighting.
- More detailed character animations.
- Loading Times: Near-instant thanks to SSD optimization (PS5/Xbox Series X).
- Controversies & Leaks**
- September 2022 Leak: Over 90 early development videos were hacked and leaked, showing unfinished gameplay.
- Rockstar’s Response: They confirmed the leak was real but asked fans to be patient for official reveals.
- Expected Price & Editions**
- Standard Edition: Likely $69.99 (next-gen pricing).
- Special/Collector’s Edition: Could include extra missions, vehicles, and in-game cash.
Final Thoughts**
GTA 6 is shaping up to be the biggest open-world game ever, with a massive map, deep storytelling, and next-gen gameplay. While Rockstar is keeping details under wraps, fans expect a **2025-2026 release