Grand Theft Auto 6 launches November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, the first mainline GTA in 13 years. The game returns to a reimagined Vice City within the new state of Leonida, follows dual protagonists Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, and is shaping up to be one of the biggest entertainment launches in history.
After two trailers and multiple delays, the picture of GTA 6 is clearer than ever, even with gameplay still under wraps. The full guide below covers everything Rockstar has confirmed: release date, characters, setting, trailers, platforms, and what to expect at launch.
When does GTA 6 come out?
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GTA 6 launches November 19, 2026, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The date was confirmed by Rockstar and reaffirmed by parent company Take-Two, which has stated the game will not be delayed again after earlier moves from a 2025 window to May 2026 and finally to November 2026. A PC version has not been dated and is expected later, following Rockstar's long-standing console-first release pattern.
A countdown this big deserves clean fuel, and a 40-serving Energy Formula tub keeps focus sharp through every trailer breakdown and launch-night session.
Who are the GTA 6 protagonists?
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GTA 6 features two playable protagonists for the first time in a mainline entry: Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos. The pair's relationship draws clear parallels to Bonnie and Clyde, two criminals whose shared fate drives the story.
Lucia is the first female lead in a mainline Grand Theft Auto. Rockstar's character bio describes her entering the story fresh out of Leonida Penitentiary, determined to make only smart moves going forward, with a life alongside Jason as her potential way out. Jason is described as someone who wants an easy life, but things keep getting harder. According to Rockstar, when an easy score goes wrong, the pair find themselves caught in a criminal conspiracy stretching across the state of Leonida, forced to rely on each other to survive.
Where is GTA 6 set?
GTA 6 is set in Vice City, Rockstar's Miami-inspired city, within the wider fictional state of Leonida, modeled on Florida. Confirmed regions shown across trailers and Rockstar materials include the Leonida Keys (a Florida Keys-inspired archipelago), Grassrivers (Everglades-style wetlands), Port Gellhorn, Ambrosia, and Mount Kalaga. The setting marks a return to Vice City, last visited in the 2002 game. Rockstar has not released an official map-size figure, so any specific size comparison to GTA 5 is an estimate rather than a confirmed fact.
The GTA 6 trailers explained
Rockstar has released two official trailers so far.
The first trailer dropped in December 2023 (released early after leaked footage appeared online) and broke YouTube records, confirming the Vice City setting, introducing Lucia, and showcasing the game's visual fidelity. The second trailer arrived in May 2025, offering a closer look at Jason, introducing the core story, and revealing full character names alongside a revamped Rockstar website with 70-plus screenshots and character bios. Both trailers establish a tone mixing the series' criminal roots with satire of 2020s American culture, from smartphone-filming bystanders to social-media integration baked into the world. A third trailer is widely expected as Rockstar's marketing ramps up toward launch.
For fans gearing up to follow every reveal, the right gaming gear setup makes the long sessions ahead more comfortable.
What platforms is GTA 6 on?
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GTA 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. A PC version has not been officially dated and is expected to arrive later, consistent with how GTA 5 reached PC in 2015, well after its console debut. The game is also positioned to take advantage of the extra power of the PS5 Pro. Console players will be first into Leonida through late 2026. A reliable pre-game focus routine helps you make the most of launch night.
Gear Up for Vice City
GTA 6 is the launch that a generation of players has waited more than a decade for. A scoop of a clean energy formula before launch night keeps focus sharp through the opening hours in Leonida. Keep a classic flavor on the desk and rotate in a new arrival when the routine starts to feel stale.
Frequently asked questions
Q. When is GTA 6 coming out?
GTA 6 launches November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Take-Two has confirmed the date will not be delayed again after earlier moves from 2025 to May 2026 and finally to November 2026. A PC version is expected later, but has not been dated.
Q. Who are the main characters in GTA 6?
GTA 6 features two playable protagonists, Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, with a Bonnie-and-Clyde-style dynamic. Lucia is the first female lead in a mainline Grand Theft Auto, entering the story fresh out of Leonida Penitentiary.
Q. Where does GTA 6 take place?
GTA 6 is set in Vice City, a Miami-inspired city, within the wider state of Leonida, modeled on Florida. Confirmed regions include the Leonida Keys, Grassrivers, Port Gellhorn, Ambrosia, and Mount Kalaga.
Q. How many GTA 6 trailers are there?
Rockstar has released two official GTA 6 trailers so far: the first in December 2023 and the second in May 2025. A third trailer is widely expected as marketing ramps up toward the November 2026 launch.
Q. Will GTA 6 be on PC?
GTA 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, with no PC version dated at launch. A PC release is expected later, following Rockstar's console-first pattern, which saw GTA 5 reach PC in 2015 after its console debut.
Q. Is GTA 6 the first GTA with a female protagonist?
Yes. Lucia Caminos is the first female lead in a mainline Grand Theft Auto. GTA 6 also marks the first time a mainline entry features two playable protagonists alongside one another from the start.