Did you think GTA 5 had the biggest map among all Rockstar games? Or did you believe that GTA Online held the distinction of being the most expensive and content-rich online world in the series? Whatever it was! As you read these lines, deep within the studio, work is in full swing on the sixth part of Grand Theft Auto. What can we anticipate from GTA 6? How many protagonists will it feature? And, most importantly, when will it be released? We will try to answer all these questions on this page (the information is updated, so bookmark it and come back later). Thus, acquaint yourself with Grand Theft Auto 6!

The first trailer didn't reveal the release date of GTA 6. But Rockstar announced the release window – the year 2025 – and the target platforms. Following the established tradition, the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 will initially take place for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. This aligns with the financial plans of the publisher Take-Two, under whose wing Rockstar Games has been developing the game since 2015. The publisher anticipates record-breaking "financial efficiency" indicators in 2025, with the peak of advertising expenditures expected in 2024.

Almost everyone, from insiders to fans, is confident that the PC version might require a wait of a year to a year and a half after the console release – meaning Grand Theft Auto 6 will likely be on personal computers no later than 2027.

Additionally, Rockstar is likely working on a version of GTA 6 that fully unleashes the potential of the PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X (Brooklyn), and Series S (Elwood) – the upgraded consoles of the ninth generation. But even on regular PS5 and XSX, the graphics, detailing, and scale of the studio's most ambitious project will undoubtedly impress players. We do not doubt that Rockstar will ensure the flawless performance of the game on the target platforms.

It's worth remembering that Take-Two Interactive enjoys republishing old hits on new platforms. PS5 and XSX saw the release of GTA 5, so in 2030 or later, we can expect Grand Theft Auto 6 on the next PlayStation and Xbox.

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Here will be all the official GTA 6 arts and screenshots.

Even though the PC version of GTA 6 is still a couple of years away from being announced, we can reasonably discuss its system requirements relying on the power of current-gen consoles and Rockstar Games' previous creation — Red Dead Redemption 2.

Considering the trends, Rockstar will harness the capabilities of modern SSDs and graphics accelerators to their full potential. The PC port will feature ray tracing. Therefore, to run GTA 6 at minimum settings, you'll need an 8-core processor clocked at 3.5 GHz, 16 GB of RAM, a video card like the RTX 3070 with 8 GB or the 6700XT with 12 GB of video memory, as well as from 300 to 500 GB on a high-speed SSD with PCI-Express 4.0.

The requirements are acceptable for 2025, the moment of GTA 6 release on consoles — the mentioned hardware will be five years old. We anticipate that Rockstar is developing Grand Theft Auto VI as a mass-market product for a large audience, and most gamers should be able to experience the game on low or medium graphics settings.

As of January 2024, the map of GTA 6 remains unknown. The first trailer provided no insight into the actual size or shape of the game world. We assume that the map is designed in the isle form and surpasses the dimensions of GTA 5 several times.

Grand Theft Auto 6 takes players on an exhilarating adventure through the state of Leonida, inspired by Florida, USA. Situated in a tropical and subtropical biome, Leonida stands out with its vibrant appearance: numerous azure beaches, blue lagoons, crimson sunrises, gently pink sunsets, abundant vegetation ranging from palms and jungles to deciduous and coniferous forests. Mud is also plentiful — the first trailer showcased a location resembling the Everglades Park in Florida, known for its extensive swamps and mangrove thickets, where visitors navigate on airboats.

The wild nature of the GTA 6 game world is far more diverse than in GTA 5, comparable to Red Dead Redemption 2. Fortunately, due to the similarity of the two biomes, a large number of assets and models from one game have migrated to the other. Impressive detailing creates a sense that nature in the sixth installment is even more alive and varied, embodying the Florida biome with its shifting swamps, dense forests, flamingos wandering, crocodiles lying in ambush, and other wildlife.

What else can Leonida boast of? Florida is renowned for its tourist attractions, including Disneyland and numerous beaches. Leonida is likely to embody all the whims of tourism and entertainment, offering a variety of attractions and resorts. In Florida, there is the Everglades National Park — mentioned earlier that Leonida can have a similar area.

And, of course, major urban centers are based in Florida: Miami City, Orlando, and Tampa. Expect their alter egos in the game: Vice City, Port Gellhorn, and something else.

As of January 2024, information is available about three districts that divide the state of Leonida:

The chain of islands from the east to the south is Waning Sands, a narrow strip of pristine beaches with beach culture and waterfront amusements. We saw this in the first trailer, along with high-class residential buildings, elite hotels, and private villas. Territorially, it can be associated with Vice-Dale.

As in the previous installment, between Vice City and the map's borders, players will encounter diverse natural-territorial complexes — meadows and forests, swamps and farmer's fields, desolate outskirts and coastal zones, caves, lakes, and mountainous hills — all teeming with wild nature. An interwoven network of roads and bridges will provide access to the main parts of the GTA 6 world; some areas can only be reached by air or water, significantly diversifying exploration.

Just like in the United States, each piece of Leonida is overseen by its law enforcement units:

This list indirectly confirms that GTA 6 will feature a large map. A small list of places with their own names known, i.e., some quest activity will take place in these areas:

According to rumors, we are waiting for a separate placement for the prologue and another for the plot development in split-apart missions outside the United States (like the Northern Yankton from GTA 5).

No matter how splendid Leonida might be, the main action of GTA 6 will unfold in Vice City — a familiar and beloved metropolis for many fans of the series. It seamlessly combines azure beaches and towering skyscrapers, wide highways, and narrow alleys adorned with graffiti. At night, the city transforms into a world of neon lights, hiding the dangers and secrets of the criminal world within itself. Its prototype was Miami.

Trailers and other game materials evidence a vast metropolis featuring business and banking centers, trade and entertainment complexes, neighborhoods with villas and seaside access, a massive port, residential areas, and a Haitian-Cuban ghetto. Houses no longer seem like boxes with textures, and their architecture and volume make the overall cityscape quite realistic.

The breakthrough of nature into urban development with its diverse vegetation is noticeable — from short and tall grass to shrubs, trees, and palms — creating a sense of a lively and authentic world.

Another significant similarity between Vice City and Miami, highlighted in the trailer, is the abundance of water in various forms. On the basis of private pools and entire water bodies, civilized navigable canals, and the coastline to quiet inlets and wild lagoons where alligators lurk. Knowing Rockstar, the gameplay will certainly not do without underwater escapades, offering treasure hunts and exploration beneath the seabed, which will be detailed no worse than the rest of the game world. Imagine how heists or escapes from the police will change when you can switch jet skis, boats, speedboats, and yachts on the fly in the complex and intricate network of Vice City’s canals!

Numerous transport arteries and bridges connect various areas of Vice City. For swift movement, Rockstar is preparing a full-fledged metro system with stations, schedules, and peak-hour loads.

Vice City culture embodies a blend of Latin American and American views, focused on nightlife, fashion, and music. Residents prefer a free-spirited, sometimes even eccentric (hello to car roof twerking) lifestyle. Vice City nightlife, with bars, restaurants, clubs, and parties until dawn, reflects the vibrant nightlife of Miami. The dark side of this splendor involves organized crime and the trade of illicit substances.

As depicted in the trailer, Vice Beach (analogous to Miami Beach) is a lively place day and night, emphasizing an atmosphere of carefree fun. The beach culture attracts tourists and locals alike for relaxation, sunbathing, swimming, and engaging in water sports.

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Do games by Rockstar have anything in common? UFOs and Bigfoot! Any ardent fan would answer this question without much thought. These two iconic Easter eggs initially stirred curiosity within the realm of GTA San Andreas (even though they were not physically present), and then they appeared in GTA 5. It's no surprise that we will see them in GTA 6.

The advent of UFO and Bigfoot became known thanks to leaked game footage. One of the screenshots disclosed a list of in-game events, where "UFO" and "SnukApe" lines were. Skunk Monkey — that's what the Bigfoot called in Florida.

Within Grand Theft Auto VI, Rockstar Games persists in utilizing its RAGE engine, a foundation initially established by GTA 4 and later significantly updated with the release of GTA 5 and RDR 2. It's the right technical solution — RAGE feels good on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One; it passed the test on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles with remastered GTA 5, and it impresses with effective optimization for gamers on PC.

Rockstar's statements that the new game is a significant leap forward in realizing an open world are not baseless. Everything has become much more realistic. The latest technologies have been used, so it's hard to distinguish the city from a real one. And thanks to mods that you can download from our website, the game will become photorealistic! Confirmed features of the updated RAGE engine include:

Rockstar continues to meticulously craft the surfaces of its game worlds, filling every available space with diverse micro-elements, thereby expanding the world's perception on a grand scale. Unlike GTA 5, which might contain one unremarkable model, tree, or even a free space, GTA 6 has more of these filler objects. And it's not just more for the sake of more — R* have made various variations of forms and types.

The studio has overhauled the quality of the water environment and the physics of its behavior in Grand Theft Auto VI. Waves now have a volumetric appearance, gently oscillating along the vast urban beach while the water surface comes to life with distinctive foam and bubbles, creating colorful reflections of light. The water depth in GTA 6 is represented with darker shades, concealing the bottom, while surface areas remain light, indicating shallow waters. The water shades now distinguish between the ocean and the sea or river, adding greater authenticity to the surrounding environment. Gradient from dry sand to wet enhances the realism of the beach, which is another significant addition.

The crowd density in the frame has noticeably increased, along with improved detailing of NPC models and appearances, including skin textures, polygon count, animation, and hair physics. NPCs now possess personal items such as bags, towels, smartphones, sunglasses, drinks, sunscreen, and other miscellaneous items. Different body builds and limb shapes also effectively randomize the NPCs. There are well-built guys in bandanas with bare torsos, bearded and cleanly shaven bald, with body hair and tattoos. Girls in regular clothes and fashionable swimsuits, short haircuts or voluminous hair, and slim and curvy figures. When in motion, you can notice that characters develop skin folds and muscles deform.

Rockstar has put significant effort into improving the animation system, ensuring realistic movement of NPCs on various surfaces and some facial reactions. Dance scenes with NPCs in the trailer indicate an enhancement in the animation of specific parts of the models. That is a general improvement, not a complete update, considering the complexity of the animation system from RDR 2, which is challenging to adapt to the massive crowds in GTA 6.

If you were confused by the graphics quality in the first trailer, then know — literally, everything on the release will be more colorful and detailed. To be sure it's enough to find comparisons between the early and final versions of the studio's past games. As soon as GTA 6 is released, you will see all the beauty the studio is preparing now.

The PC version, of course, will be significantly different from its console versions. In terms of graphics, GTA 6 on PC will surpass all other versions thanks to high-resolution support, improved textures, high-quality effects, the play of light and shadow, and a more detailed environment.

The first trailer of GTA 6 introduced two central figures — Jason (a resident) and Lucia (a Latina). We found them as a couple in serious trouble. The only way to survive is to be together. These confirmed that Rockstar Games got inspiration from the story of Bonnie and Clyde — the famous American criminal duo from the Great Depression era. We eagerly await this classic story in the modern setting of sunny Vice City! There are no details about the plot yet.

From the presentation, Lucia appears to have already served time in prison, and Jason might be her temporary love interest and/or an experienced driver. Alternatively, most of the time, we might play as Jason while Lucia serves her sentence in prison. One thing is clear — in this criminal duo, she is the decisive gangster capable of facing any danger.

It's evident why Rockstar Games continues to experiment with multiple main protagonists. GTA 5 brought a significant revolution, proving that the three protagonists make the gameplay more fascinating and diverse. Additionally, the developers implemented a sophisticated system for switching between characters during missions and in free-play mode.

Rumors about a female protagonist in GTA 6 circulated for a long time. Previously, such a move was quite risky. Now the concept of multiple main characters eliminates all risks. Want to play as an attractive girl? Sure! Don't want to? Switch to the guy! Lucia looks great. Fans have already created countless artworks featuring her. We'll show only the most harmless ones and you can always find the 'spicier' content on the Web.

As of January 2024, there is almost no information about the plot of GTA 6. Rumors suggest its duration will be around 35-40 hours. The narrative set in contemporary times — evident through the modern vehicle model replicas and the overall ambiance.

The first trailer hinted at a variety of heists, daring robberies, car thefts, and likely the hijacking of trade and other vessels (piracy) against a backdrop story of romantic relationships and the criminal path of modern-day "Bonnie and Clyde," with a scattering of dramatic plot twists.

We know nothing about the main antagonist and other important characters. However, the plot will not be complete without a multitude of characters with a worked-out background, motivation, and goals in life — this is in the spirit of Rockstar. GTA 6 events transpire within the same universe as its predecessors, promising Easter eggs and references to well-known personalities from GTA 5 and Vice City.

Unlike previous games, the narrative of GTA 6 abstains from jokes targeting vulnerable societal groups, the emblematic dark humor, taunting, and satirical undertones in both cutscenes and dialogues. Despite the story's seeming 'herbivorous' nature, ample space exists for scriptwriters to scold bad people.

The vehicle roster in the new installment of Grand Theft Auto is undoubtedly the largest in the series' history. Even after the first trailer, it became clear that the developers incorporated cars from all previous GTAs and GTA Online. Attentive fans have already spotted vehicles based on real prototypes from Audi, Mercedes, Toyota, Infiniti, and other brands. There are counterparts to iconic cars from Dodge, Ford, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and Chrysler — you can find the complete list in a separate article.

A common feature is the visual update of the cars, a kind of facelift. The design of almost all vehicles has been refreshed, including front bumpers, grilles, lighting systems, and wheel rims, with the addition of new elements. Nevertheless, the developers have strived to preserve the recognizable style and character of each model. The range of customizations has expanded significantly. Notably, there is also a new physics system for the behavior of cars on the road and damage calculation.

Law enforcement has become more aggressive and smarter. Given the surveillance cameras scattered throughout the game world, the police now transmit the license plate of a suspicious vehicle to colleagues via radio and identify the perpetrator using this information. In that case, you'll be compelled to employ not just one, but three cars to conclude a task without arousing suspicion, all equipped with fake license plates.

However, Rockstar can still surprise players if it expands the quantity of motorcycles, ATVs, and aquatic transport. Wide GTA 6 areas with their dense buildings and narrow streets that turn into sea, waterways and vice versa, seem to demand such diversity. Unusual gadgets will also appear, offering new means of transportation, such as jetpacks, wingsuits, or grappling hooks.

Prominent aerial transport includes:

The headline theme for Grand Theft Auto 6 is the track "Love Is A Long Road" by The Heartbreakers, a band that lit up the 80s. Despite the group no longer existing, the choice of this once-popular song has given it a new generation of fans.

The music for the new Grand Theft Auto was actively recorded in 2023. Rockstar offered players several radio stations featuring different genres, filled with unique music for many hours. Most of it was originated by lesser-known musicians, but there are also tracks by stars. We are likely to hear arrangements of hits from Eminem, Childish Gambino, Nirvana, Bob Marley, and Guns N' Roses. However, the participation of 50 Cent is not yet confirmed.

According to rumors, Rockstar's music recording division collaborated with American producer and singer Timbaland (Timothy Mosley). He played a crucial role in determining which music to record and the themes of each song. This is not the first collaboration with the star, the studio and the singer have known each other since 2009.

As of January 2024, there is no official information about the gameplay. It is assumed that Rockstar has significantly deepened all the core gameplay mechanics, reworked some parts, and made changes.

The basic gameplay is unlikely to have undergone radical changes. Like in other games in the series, we perform various tasks and assignments, steal cars, and stock up on weapons. However, there is something new — the significance of robberies increased greatly. It has already been confirmed that many buildings will allow entry. Almost any supermarket can be robbed, leading to a series of micro-scenes unrelated to story quests. This opens up incredible opportunities for imagination and theoretically allows for much more chaos than before.

The shooting mechanics will borrow the most successful solutions from GTA 5 and RDR 2 — for example, you can switch the leading hand. The once boundless inventory is now set to several slots. Eight are in stock and two more slots by the expense of the bag. Carrying an entire arsenal is no longer an option.

Moreover, the armed protagonist will carry weapons on the shoulder or belt, thereby revealing themselves. The developers have removed the auto-collection of guns and money from corpses — you have to grab everything yourself. According to rumors, GTA 6 will introduce stealth elements in the series for the first time. For example, in the dark, you will have to use a flashlight, taking up one hand, while the other will hold a light weapon.

Weapons featured in the GTA 6 trailer:

From the GTA 6 trailer, it appears that concealing the face with a mask, bandana, or balaclava will become a crucial gameplay element. This aligns with rumors suggesting that the appearance customization functionality for both characters will be similar to RDR2. If Rockstar implements a system where all NPCs remember the protagonist's face, revealing oneself will become dangerous. The dynamic hair and beard growth system will also come in handy. By visiting barbershops and choosing hairstyle, beard, and mustache styles, characters will gain an additional element of disguise.

Moreover, the game world seems torn apart by various street gangs and criminal organizations. We've identified nine new names and a couple that have appeared in previous games. It seems that working for different criminal groups, whose interests sometimes directly conflict with each other, will become another gameplay feature. The respect system or influence progression is not yet confirmed.

We can expect even more mini-games in single-player mode (golf, tennis, karting, darts, photo hunting, bowling, and more), secondary missions (city car races or off-road monster truck races, heists, buying and selling property, and so on). If the rumors about the new life simulation system are true, genuinely random events will occur in the game world. Some noise happens here and now and does not repeat anymore, and you could wedge into it.

Street races with a neon-tuning atmosphere might hold a significant place in the player's entertainment list. Otherwise, why do street racers drift off a ring on one of the streets? The addition of elements from biker culture is evident — the trailer showed a scene reminiscent of "Fast & Furious 2," where bikers disrupt a police chase.

The Grand Theft Auto 6 trailers had sparked excitement with the promise of an in-game social network, reminiscent of IG Reels, TikTok, or YouTube Shorts, through which viral videos spread. It is currently unclear whether players will have the ability to create and publish their videos and manage their profiles on this network, but the potential is thrilling.

The expansion of the in-game internet could include fully-fledged social networks, where players can create profiles and integrate their photos and videos into the shared online world. The prospect of becoming a millionaire blogger, chasing crimes as a stringer, and competing for followers could become an engaging activity reflecting contemporary trends. It appears that NPC phones are equipped with fully functional cameras, suggesting they can upload videos.

Footage of Lucia in a cabrio and a girl by the pool on the rooftop suggests the game will offer a taste of virtual celebrity life. In the first trailer, a video on the social network features the character Rudy driving a green pickup at high speed, leaning out of the driver's door, with an explosion reflected in the side-view mirror. The video, posted by a user with the nickname YouMammazJammer, is accompanied by the comment «RIP Rudy — C U in Heaven, Cuz,» hinting at a dramatic storyline involving Rudy's possible demise.

Undoubtedly, Rockstar Games will continue to develop its online service GTA Online, but with GTA 6 world and its unique features in the core. Now it's difficult to say if players' online profiles will be carried over to the next part or if you will have to register a new account — follow the news.

We can safely assume that we are waiting for more fascinating online championships, incredible opportunities to create our own missions and customize heroes, recurrent events with tempting prizes, and, of course, permanent DLC with fresh vehicles, functionalities, and missions.

GTA Online will become the heart of Grand Theft Auto 6, considering the online mode stands as the primary revenue stream for Rockstar. The developers will try to make it the most attractive for players. Unfortunately, because of this, many GTA 6 multiplayer features will not be available in the single-player campaign.

Of course, GTA 6 will be a grand creation. Rockstar will once again release a one hundred percent masterpiece. Nevertheless, we have compiled a list of the most desirable options that players would like to see in the sixth part:

Rockstar Games first commented on rumors surrounding the next installment of Grand Theft Auto in August 2022 — following a massive leak that contained screenshots and videos of GTA 6, taken from the 2020 build. The leak did not affect the studio's plans and the pace of development. The revealed parts of the game were not changed or remodeled. We can't show the videos themselves, but you can look at some of the footage taken from these videos. It soon became clear that a 17-year-old hacker, who had previously hacked the Uber service, was behind the leak. His subsequent fate is sad: he was declared mentally ill and unable to stand trial on his own.