Rockstar Games has ignited excitement among gaming enthusiasts with the confirmation that the much-awaited Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) will be revealed through a trailer on December 5 at 1400 GMT.
The announcement has heightened the anticipation for the game, which has been evident in the overwhelming response to Rockstar’s social media post about the trailer launch, garnering 26 million views in less than two hours.
It has been a decade since the release of Grand Theft Auto 5 (GTA 5), the second best-selling video game globally, with over 185 million copies sold. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the next installment in the series.
In February 2022, Rockstar Games officially acknowledged the development of GTA 6. Sam Houser, the company’s president, noted the strategic timing of the December trailer release to align with the game’s 25th anniversary, though the exact release date remains undisclosed.
Adding to the excitement, Rockstar Games announced a collaboration with Netflix, bringing iconic titles GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas to Netflix’s gaming platform on mobile devices starting December 14.
This move offers fans new ways to engage with the beloved franchise. The GTA series, which began in 1997, has enjoyed enduring popularity with multiple spin-offs and platform releases. The extended wait for GTA 6 is thought to be influenced by the success of GTA Online, the multiplayer version of GTA V, which has been a significant revenue generator for Rockstar Games. GTA V’s continued popularity across three console generations highlights the franchise’s sustained appeal and success.