KEY TAKEAWAYS
Rockstar has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on May 26, 2026.
The base version in India is expected to be priced at around ₹5,999.
The game will feature brand-new protagonists and characters.
Rockstar Games took fans by surprise by dropping the second trailer for GTA 6 unexpectedly on its official YouTube channel. Within no time, it went viral across platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. The trailer blew everyone away with its breathtaking visuals, high-octane car chases, and new faces in the GTA universe.
Here’s a clear breakdown of everything currently known about one of the most anticipated video game releases in history.
Storyline and Gameplay
GTA 6 will center around two main characters — Jason and Lucia. The official trailer teases their storyline:
“Jason and Lucia have always felt the odds were never in their favor. But after a simple heist goes sideways, they’re pulled into the heart of a sprawling criminal conspiracy across the sun-drenched state of Leonida — forced to trust each other like never before to survive.”
Ingame Main Characters in GTA 6
Besides Jason and Lucia, Rockstar introduces a range of new faces, including:
Boobie Ike
Brian Heder
Cal Hampton
Dre’Quan Priest
Raul Bautista
Real Dimez
These characters are expected to bring fresh energy and complexity to the narrative.
Map and location
GTA 6 takes players to the state of Leonida, described as the series’ most expansive and immersive setting yet. This fictional region includes Vice City, now reimagined with neon-lit streets and modern-day aesthetics, along with vast areas beyond the city.
Launch Date & Price in India
The global release is locked in for May 26, 2026.
In India, the standard edition is projected to be priced at ₹5,999, while premium editions could go up to ₹7,299 or more depending on added content and perks.
PC requirements
Expected PC Requirements
While Rockstar hasn’t released the official specs, here’s what early estimates suggest you’ll need to run GTA 6 smoothly:
CPU: Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
RAM: 8GB minimum
Storage: At least 150GB of available space
These specs are likely for medium settings; higher performance will likely demand more powerful hardware.
