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release

When does GTA VI release?

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Rockstar Games announced Grand Theft Auto VI with a Fall 2025 window (later amended). The most recent Take-Two earnings communications and Rockstar statements should be consulted for the latest confirmed window. See our Timeline page for the full delay history.

platforms

What platforms will GTA VI launch on?

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PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S are the confirmed launch platforms (console-first). PC is historically delayed 12–18 months past initial launch at Rockstar, based on GTA V and RDR2 precedent — no PC window has been officially confirmed for GTA VI as of now.

Will GTA VI launch on PS5 Pro?

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PS5 Pro is included in the PS5 console generation — same game, enhanced rendering. Expect a Performance Mode (60fps at dynamic 4K) and a Fidelity Mode (30fps with ray-tracing), following GTA V / RDR2 patterns on current-gen upgrades.

Is GTA VI confirmed for Switch 2?

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No. Only PS5 and Xbox Series X|S are confirmed. A Nintendo platform is not expected.

characters

Who are the protagonists?

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Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval are the two confirmed protagonists. Rockstar officially describes Lucia as the first female protagonist in a mainline Grand Theft Auto since GTA 1. They form a Bonnie-and-Clyde-style duo.

Who voices Lucia?

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Rockstar has not officially announced the voice actress. Multiple credible outlets have reported Manni L. Perez in association with the role based on industry reporting, but until Rockstar confirms in official credits, treat it as unconfirmed.

Who voices Jason?

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Not officially confirmed by Rockstar. Community speculation and some industry reporting points to specific actors, but none are Rockstar-confirmed.

map

Where is GTA VI set?

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Leonida — a fictional state modeled heavily on Florida. The primary city is Vice City, a spiritual successor to the 2002 GTA: Vice City setting, but reimagined in a modern era. Other regions glimpsed include Leonida Keys, Port Gellhorn, Mount Kalaga, Kelly County, and the Grassrivers wetlands.

Will Vice City be the same as the 2002 game?

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No — the geography is re-imagined. Neighborhoods like Ocean View, Washington Beach, and Little Havana return in name and spirit, but the layout, scale, and specific landmarks are new.

How big is the map?

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Rockstar has not announced specific square-mileage figures. Community estimates based on trailer footage suggest it's significantly larger than GTA V's Los Santos & Blaine County, but smaller than RDR2's entire map. All figures remain speculative until Rockstar shares official data.

online

Will GTA Online progress carry over?

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Rockstar has indicated GTA Online will continue alongside GTA VI initially, and has made no formal announcement about character transfer. Historically, Rockstar has not carried Online characters across mainline entries. Assume no transfer until Rockstar states otherwise.

Will there be a new online mode?

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A successor to GTA Online is strongly expected — Take-Two executives have repeatedly emphasized the recurrent consumer spending model. No launch details are confirmed.

Will there be crossplay?

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Crossplay between PS5 and Xbox is unconfirmed. GTA Online currently does not support crossplay between platforms. Policy may change for GTA VI Online.

pricing

How much will it cost?

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Pricing is unannounced. Based on RDR2 precedent, expect tiers around $59.99–$69.99 Standard, $79.99 Deluxe, $99.99 Special Edition, $199.99 Collector's. All speculative until Rockstar announces.

Will there be a Collector's Edition?

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Historically yes — RDR2 had a $199.99 Collector's Box with a physical map, pin set, challenge coin, and lithographs. We expect similar for GTA VI. Not yet announced.

history

What happened with the 2022 data breach?

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In September 2022, a hacker (later identified as part of the Lapsus$ group) leaked over 90 early development videos and source code fragments. Rockstar confirmed the breach in a Newswire statement. The incident did not delay the game, but accelerated official messaging — Rockstar's Sept 2022 statement was the first formal acknowledgment of GTA VI's development. See our Development Timeline for detail.

business

How much did GTA VI cost to develop?

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Estimates from Take-Two filings and industry reporting suggest $1B–$2B total cost including marketing — the most expensive entertainment product ever made, per CEO Strauss Zelnick's characterization. Exact figures are not publicly disclosed.

content

Will there be single-player DLC?

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Uncertain. GTA V had no single-player DLC (Rockstar pivoted entirely to GTA Online content). Dan Houser's departure in 2020 and Rockstar's online-first strategy suggest the same pattern for GTA VI — but no decision has been confirmed.

How many story missions will there be?

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GTA V had ~80 main missions; RDR2 had ~110. Expect a similar scale. Specific count not confirmed.

Will there be a casino?

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Unconfirmed. GTA Online's Diamond Casino was a major update in 2019. Vice City's cultural inspiration (Miami) supports a casino or gambling venue, but none has been shown in official marketing.

logistics

Can I pre-load the game?

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Pre-load windows for Sony and Microsoft storefronts typically open 48–72 hours before launch. Specific pre-load dates will be announced by Rockstar closer to release.

Will it be rated M for Mature?

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Almost certainly yes, consistent with every mainline GTA. ESRB rating has not been formally assigned yet but 'M' is the safe assumption.

gameplay

Will there be character swapping like GTA V?

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With two protagonists confirmed (Lucia + Jason) and trailer footage hinting at cooperative heist sequences, some form of dual-protagonist mechanic is strongly expected. The exact structure (instant swap, mission-gated, or narrative-only) is unconfirmed.

Will there be cheat codes?

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All mainline GTAs have featured cheat codes. Specific codes are historically revealed by Rockstar via in-game sources or players' experimentation at launch. Assume yes for GTA VI until stated otherwise.

economy

Can I own businesses / properties?

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GTA V and GTA Online both had extensive property and business systems. Community expectation is that GTA VI will expand both. No specific property mechanic has been confirmed.

world

What animals will be in the game?

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Alligators, flamingos, pelicans, deer, and various Florida wildlife have been glimpsed or strongly implied. Our Animals database has a full speculated and confirmed list.

audio

What's the soundtrack like?

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Trailer 1 used Tom Petty's 'Love Is a Long Road' — Rockstar-confirmed. Beyond that, specific licensed tracks are unannounced. Expect a heavy spread of Latin/reggaeton (for Vice City/Miami flavor), 80s nostalgia, modern pop, rap, and country.

meta

How do I know this site's info is accurate?

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Every confirmed claim links to its source (Rockstar Newswire, Take-Two filings, Bloomberg, Polygon, IGN, etc.). Every speculated claim is explicitly tagged 'SPECULATED'. We don't dress rumors as facts.