It’s almost impossible to believe, but in a few short months, possibly the biggest video game of all-time will be released to the world.
The game, of course, is Grand Theft Auto VI — the behemoth of sandbox shooters and crime simulators that has a reported budget over a billion dollars. The GTA series is game developer Rockstar’s bread and butter, and much was expected of the follow-up to Grand Theft Auto V, a game that broke record after record for video game earnings.
It’s been nearly 13 years since GTA V came out, and in less than nine months— Nov. 19 to be exact — the long-awaited sequel that we’ve heard precious little about besides beautiful cinematic trailers will be out in the world.
We’ve gathered everything you need to know about GTA VI to prepare for its imminent release. Check it all out below.
What’s the plot of Grand Theft Auto VI?
The story follows dual protagonists Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos. Caminos is fresh out of prison and sees life with Jason as a “way out.” According to Rockstar’s website, the two experience what happens “when an easy score goes wrong” and then “find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America” — see below for more on that last part.
Rockstar has also introduced other characters to know like Duval’s friend Cal Hampton, Vice City legend Boobie Ike, aspiring musician Dre’Quan Priest, friends Bae-Luxe and Roxy, bank robber Raul Bautista, and smuggler Brian Heder.
Where does Grand Theft Auto VI take place?
The gameplay occurs in the state of Leonida, which is a fictional version of Florida. It’ll include Vice City from previous games, along with other areas based on Floridian cities.
Where can I find the trailers for Grand Theft Auto VI?
When will Grand Theft Auto VI be released?
The game arrives on Nov. 19 around the globe. It was previously pushed back from a May release date.
What consoles will Grand Theft Auto VI be available on?
Grand Theft Auto VI has been confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. It has not been confirmed for PS4, Xbox One, or PC.
Why haven’t I seen much about Grand Theft Auto VI outside of two trailers?
During a 2026 earnings call, Rockstar’s publisher Take-Two confirmed that marketing for the game will start this summer .
Will Grand Theft Auto VI have a digital-only release?
Take-Two’s CEO Strauss Zelnick recently addressed a rumor that the game would be digital-only at first, with physical copies not dropping until 2027. “That’s not the plan,” he told Variety.