Timeline
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Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
OfficialThe series visits the neon city inspired by Miami for the first time. Vice City becomes a video game icon.
Source: Rockstar Games
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Grand Theft Auto V
OfficialThe series' biggest hit sets the technical and narrative bar that GTA VI aims to clear.
Source: Rockstar Games
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First GTA VI trailer
OfficialFirst official video: return to Vice City, the introduction of Lucia and confirmation of the state of Leonida. Viewing records.
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Second trailer and first delay
OfficialAfter announcing the delay to May 26, 2026, Rockstar releases trailer 2 and official character and location profiles.
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GTA VI pre-orders open
OfficialPre-orders open on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S: a $79.99 standard edition and a $99.99 Ultimate Edition.
Source: Rockstar Newswire
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An Extended Look
Official26 minutes of real gameplay on PS5, presented with Netflix. The longest look before launch.
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Rob Nelson details gameplay in Famitsu
Verified outletThe most detailed interview so far: warning shots, suppressive fire, solo or paired robberies and hideouts marked on the map.
Source: GamingBible
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Take-Two shareholder meeting: GTA Online stays, PC gains weight
Verified outletTake-Two confirms GTA 6 is a single-player title and that GTA Online will be supported after launch "and beyond"; Zelnick notes PC is becoming more and more important to the company.
Source: TechRadar
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GTA VI: The Album announced
Verified outletRockstar and Atlantic Records announce the official album: 34 original tracks for November 19, with the first six singles already streaming.
Source: GTA Intel
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Grand Theft Auto VI launches
OfficialConfirmed official date: November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Source: Rockstar Newswire