Rockstar Games decided to treat eager fans to an early glimpse of the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA VI) by releasing the game’s first trailer ahead of schedule.
Originally scheduled for debut on Tuesday, December 5th at 9 AM ET, the trailer surfaced prematurely on a now-suspended Twitter account. Before things got out of hand, Rockstar promptly responded by officially releasing the trailer on its official YouTube channel.
The trailer provides a tantalizing first look at the next installment in the iconic Grand Theft Auto series, revealing that the action will unfold in the neon-soaked streets of Vice City in 2025, confirming rumors that have been circulating for the past two years.
The trailer introduces GTA VI’s setting, featuring a narrative that centers around Vice City and showcases the series’ first female protagonist. The story is said to draw inspiration from the infamous Bonnie and Clyde saga.
Aiming for a release in 2025, Rockstar Games clarified in a press release that GTA VI will be available on the next-generation gaming consoles, specifically the PS5 and Xbox Series X / S.
Ten years in the making, GTA VI’s trailer goes beyond the conventional teaser, offering a meaty preview of what players can expect. The footage is infused with classic GTA elements, including high-speed chases, intense gunplay, piles of illicitly gained cash, and an immersive dive into American-flavored hedonism, all set against the vibrant backdrop of Vice City, a fictionalized version of Miami.
The trailer primarily focuses on the journey of a single protagonist, introducing Lucia, the series’s first female lead. Starting with Lucia in a prison jumpsuit, the narrative hints at her criminal escapades with a boyfriend following a presumed release from jail.
The accompanying press release provides a glimpse into the game’s description, stating,
Grand Theft Auto VI heads to the state of Leonida, home to the neon-soaked streets of Vice City and beyond in the biggest, most immersive evolution of the Grand Theft Auto series yet.
Check out the official trailer here:
