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GTA 6 Takes Players Back to Vice City with a Bold New Storyline

Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive have officially announced that GTA 6 is set to launch in fall 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Fans were concerned about possible delays since Rockstar has pushed back big releases in the past to improve quality. However, the company is sticking to its original schedule.

The Journey to GTA 6

Gamers first heard about GTA 6 in 2022 when Rockstar confirmed the game was coming along well. Later that year, a security breach led to leaked footage, giving fans an early look at the game. In response, Rockstar released the first official trailer in December 2023 but has stayed quiet since then.

A New Chapter in Vice City

GTA 6 takes players back to Vice City, a part of the fictional state of Leonida. This time, you’ll play as two main characters, Jason and Lucia, who are trying to build a better life through crimes like heists and hijackings. Unlike the classic Vice City game set in the 1980s, this new version takes place in modern times, bringing fresh stories and new opportunities in a familiar setting.

GTA 6 has fans excited, largely because of GTA 5’s massive success, selling over 200 million copies since its 2013 release. Even after all these years, GTA 5 and its online mode remain hugely popular worldwide. Now, as the franchise enters its 27th year, it continues to be one of the biggest names in gaming. GTA 6 will be the first new main game in over a decade, promising fresh gameplay, an engaging story, and Rockstar’s signature open-world experience.