GTA 6: Official Release Date, Price, Pre-order Details, Characters, and More
After years of anticipation, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6, Grand Theft Auto 6) is finally on the horizon. Here’s a compilation of all the information known so far, including release schedule, price, game characters, and more.
What We Know About GTA 6 After the Long Wait
More than a decade after Grand Theft Auto V took the world by storm, the gaming world is getting closer to the release of its sequel. Fan expectations have reached fever pitch since December 2023, when Rockstar Games officially confirmed the game’s development by releasing the first official trailer for GTA 6. Since then, Rockstar has kept additional information tightly under wraps, but we’ve compiled everything currently known about this blockbuster title.
Release Date: When Will GTA 6 Launch?
Rockstar Games initially targeted a Fall 2025 release for GTA 6. However, according to today’s announcement, the game is now officially set to release on May 26, 2026.
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S console users will be able to enjoy the game first, while the PC release date remains undetermined.
Grand Theft Auto VI is now set to release on May 26, 2026. https://t.co/YgaIn1cYc8 pic.twitter.com/cyeK7GM6Ob
— Rockstar Games (@RockstarGames) May 2, 2025
GTA 6: System Requirements
Rockstar hasn’t yet revealed official system requirements, but the game is expected to demand high-performance hardware given its anticipated graphical fidelity and world complexity. While specific requirements haven’t been officially announced, industry analysts predict the game will need significant processing power and storage space. As more information becomes available, we’ll update this section with confirmed specifications.
Characters and Setting
The official trailer confirmed that GTA 6 will be set in Vice City, the game’s version of Miami, and will feature the series’ first female protagonist since the original GTA. The trailer introduced Lucia, who appears to be one half of a Bonnie and Clyde-inspired criminal duo. The game seems to incorporate elements of modern Florida, including its vibrant nightlife, unique culture, and diverse landscapes.
Anticipated Pricing and Pre-order Information
While Rockstar Games hasn’t officially announced pricing details, industry standards suggest the base game could be priced around $69.99 for next-generation consoles. Pre-order information is expected to be released closer to the official launch date. As soon as pre-order details become available, including any special or collector’s editions, we’ll update this information.
Stay tuned for more updates as Rockstar Games releases additional information about this highly anticipated title.
Update 6 May 2025
Today, the Rockstar Games channel released the Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer 2.
