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Grand Theft Auto VI

Grand Theft Auto VI is an installment in Rockstar Games' wildly successful franchise. Set in a new location after the events of Grand Theft Auto V, VI will see players arrive in a new sprawling city where they can explore the world they want while completing various story and side quests while taking whatever vehicles players desire.

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Grand Theft Auto 6
Released
May 26, 2026
Developer(s)
Rockstar Games
Publisher(s)
Rockstar Games
Engine
Rockstar Advanced Game Engine (RAGE)
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer
Prequel(s)
Grand Theft Auto 5
Franchise
Grand Theft Auto
Steam Deck Compatibility
yes
Xbox Series X|S Release Date
May 26, 2026

Publisher(s)
Rockstar Games

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Lucia and Jason from GTA 6 inside of a Nintendo Switch 2.
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Grand Theft Auto 6 Fake PS6 Console
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