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The Independent
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Everything you need to know about GTA 6 as game listed on Xbox early
Rockstar isn't due to release Grand Theft Auto 6 until May 2026, but Xbox players were shocked to find that the world's most anticipated game was available to download from the Xbox Store a full 11 months ahead of its launch. It was too good to be true, of course. The surprise 328MB download turns out to be a placeholder file, designed to allow Rockstar Games to automatically pre-install the game to Xbox consoles when it does eventually launch next year. Rockstar hasn't even opened pre-orders for GTA 6 yet, but the frenzy around a dummy Xbox download is the latest indication of just how excited fans are to get even the faintest whiff of the game. Why was 'GTA 6' delayed? The CEO of Take-Two, which owns Rockstar Games, has confirmed why the decision was made to delay the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. The game was pushed back from its initial release window of Autumn 2025 to 26 May 2026, and Zelnick said it's because of how 'complex' the game is, describing the delay as a 'worthy investment'. In prepared remarks ahead of an earnings call, Zelnick said: 'I believe affording Rockstar additional time for such a groundbreaking project is a worthy investment. GTA 6 began development in earnest in 2020 following the massive success of Red Dead Redemption 2, and the title is now the most anticipated entertainment property of all time. 'The ambition and complexity of GTA 6 is greater than any previous Rockstar title, and the team is poised to release another astonishing entertainment experience that will exceed players' expectations.' This explanation comes after Rockstar released the second trailer for GTA 6 on 6 May, which had the biggest video launch in history with more than 475 million views across all platforms in its first 24 hours after release. It gave a fresh glimpse of protagonists Lucia and her partner – now confirmed to be named Jason – tearing through the Florida-inspired Vice City. It's the first trailer since the first teaser from December 2023, which shattered YouTube records and has since racked up more than 250 million views itself. The delay itself came on 2 May, shortly after Zelnick hinted a slip was possible despite earlier confidence in a 2025 launch window. While GTA 6 is now on the back burner until 2026, Borderlands 4, which was announced at the same time, is still scheduled to arrive in September. So, what do we know about GTA 6? When is the game releasing? And how much could it cost? We've got all the details about the upcoming instalment of the franchise. 'GTA 6' release date and trailer 2: When will the game launch? The long-awaited second trailer for GTA 6 recently landed, giving fans a fresh look at Vice City and our two new protagonists, but it came with a dose of disappointment. Rockstar officially confirmed that the game won't be arriving in 2025 as originally promised. Instead, it's now set to launch on 26 May 2026, according to a statement shared on the publisher's social media channels. It's not the first time Rockstar has delayed a major release. Take Red Dead Redemption 2, for example. The first teaser for that game arrived in October 2016 with a planned launch in the second half of 2017. It was then delayed twice, first to early 2018, and finally released on 26 October 2018 – a full two years after the teaser dropped. The timeline now looks similar for GTA 6. The game's first trailer debuted in December 2023, promising a 2025 release window. But with the new date set for May 2026, Rockstar appears to be following a familiar pattern. Timeline of 'GTA 6' release date delays Rumours of a GTA 6 delay began circulating in March 2024, when a report from Kotaku revealed insiders at Rockstar believed the game would be pushed to late 2025 or even early 2026. According to the report, development had started to 'fall behind,' with Rockstar leadership concerned the studio wouldn't hit its original target. Just a month earlier, in February 2024, Rockstar mandated a full return to the office for its staff. While the company cited quality and security as reasons, sources told Kotaku it was also driven by mounting pressure to stay on schedule. At the time, Kotaku reported that while early 2025 had once been possible, the studio was now aiming for an Autumn 2025 launch – a sentiment echoed by Zelnick during earnings calls throughout the year. In December 2024, Zelnick teased the game as 'extraordinary and worth waiting for,' adding that it would be 'breathtaking.' That timeline was finally upended when Rockstar officially confirmed the delay and set a new release date of 26 May 2026. The news came just ahead of the release of GTA 6 's second trailer, giving fans a new glimpse at the game's setting and characters. Zelnick has also given recent interviews where he's said when a specific release date is given, it's historically been met in relation to other titles. 'GTA 6' location: Where is Vice City? The second trailer for GTA 6 confirms the game is set in the state of Leonida – Rockstar's fictional take on Florida. Vice City sits at the centre of it all, returning as the main location. This time around, the city looks bigger, more detailed and far more grounded in modern-day culture than the 1980s version seen in previous games. While Vice City still has the flashy beachfronts and neon lights, it now includes everything from pastel hotels and late-night strip clubs to busy roads, local businesses and viral-style social media clips. Areas like Ocean Beach, Little Haiti and the Tisha-Wocka flea market all appear to be part of the city. Landmarks like the VCI airport and Port VC show up again, hinting at a much larger, more complex map. The game will also include locations like the Leonida Keys – a tropical island chain – and Grassrivers, a sprawling swamp region. There's Port Gellhorn, a faded coastal town with run-down shops and motels, and Ambrosia, which is dominated by a sugar refinery and a biker gang. Mount Kalaga, a mountainous rural area in the north, rounds things out. While Vice City is the headline location, GTA 6 is shaping up to be much more than a city map. The wider state of Leonida looks like a vast world, with plenty to explore outside the city. There is speculation that the inclusion of Mount Kalaga and the mention of Gloriana, which could be a fictional state based on neighbouring Georgia, means the game will expand beyond Leonida too. 'GTA 6' story and characters: Who will be the main protagonists in the new game? Rockstar recently released character bios for GTA 6. The two main protagonists are Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos. Jason is a former soldier working for local drug runners in the Keys, while Lucia has just been released from Leonida Penitentiary and is looking for a way to turn her life around. Cal Hampton is Jason's friend and an associate of Brian Heder. He is described as living 'at the low tide of America' and spends his time listening to Coast Guard communications while drinking at home. Brian Heder is a veteran drug smuggler from the Keys. He runs a boat yard with his third wife, Lori, and is allowing Jason to live rent-free at one of his properties in exchange for help with local shakedowns. Boobie Ike is described as a Vice City legend who owns a strip club, recording studio and property portfolio, while Dre'Quan Priest is said to be an aspiring music mogul who runs Only Raw Records and is focused on building his label's reputation in the local music scene. Real Dimez is a rap duo made up of Bae-Luxe and Roxy. They are described as using their time shaking down dealers to fund their music careers and grow their social media following. They are signed to Only Raw Records. Raul Bautista is described as a seasoned bank robber who is always on the hunt for new talent. How much is 'GTA 6' going to cost? There's still no official price, and Take-Two bosses refused to be drawn on revealing how much it will cost despite being asked about it by investors during the most recent earnings call. While rumours have suggested the game could cost up to $150 (£120) due to its reported $1bn to $2bn budget, that seems unlikely. The price of games is rising, though, with Nintendo the first to up the price of one of its star digital games to $80 (£75) with Mario Kart World. Microsoft confirmed it will be following suit and doing the same with some of its first-party titles over the pre-Christmas shopping period. There has been speculation Rockstar is likely to follow suit, however Mafia: The Old Country, published by sister Rockstar company 2K, is being sold at $49.99 (£44.99) and Zelnick said in Take-Two's most recent earnings call the company is focused on giving gamers value for money through its variable pricing model. What console will 'GTA 6' be on, and is 'GTA 6' cross-platform? GTA 6 is officially coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on 26 May 2026. Rockstar has not confirmed a PC release, and there's no mention yet of a version for PS4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch 2. A PC version will likely come later, based on Rockstar's usual release pattern. Cross-platform play has not been confirmed. Rockstar hasn't said anything specific about the Nintendo Switch 2, but Zelnick has previously said the Switch's audience has broadened and that 'we actually would fully expect to support Switch [2]', though GTA 6 was not mentioned by name. If it does come to the Switch 2, it'll almost certainly be well after the main launch. There's worse news for 4K support and 60fps. In 2024, Digital Foundry's Richard Leadbetter said the PS5 Pro was unlikely to run GTA 6 at 60fps, explaining that the series has always pushed the CPU hard. Since the PS5 Pro uses the same CPU as the base PS5, experts believe it will likely be locked to 30fps at launch, with possible upgrades later. Tech experts there have since doubled down on these claims after scrutinising the second trailer. While there are currently no deals on the standalone PS5 Slim console, if you buy the console from Very, the retailer will throw in a copy of the PS5 version of GTA 5 for just £10, saving you £10.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Take-Two's GTA 6 Led Rally Pauses at the Pre-Download Button
Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ:TTWO) saw its shares slip about 0.5% on Thursdayyet again proving that even juggernaut franchises need more than a hint of news to truly move markets. The catalyst? Rockstar Games quietly tossed up a Grand Theft Auto 6 page in Microsoft's (MSFT) Xbox Store. Xbox Series X|S owners can now wishlist the game and even grab a tiny 328 MB pre-download, which promptly shows the cover art before closinghardly the full 150 GB package anyone expected. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 9 Warning Signs with TTWO. It's easy to get hyped, but investors are keeping their cool. With the official release set for May 26, 2026, key details like the real file size, pricing tiers and PC specs remain under wraps. Until those arrive, the stock is unlikely to spark a major rally off this tease alone. Even so, Take-Two's still up roughly 31% year-to-date and has climbed nearly 54% over the past 12 months, riding high on Grand Theft Auto 5's astounding 215 million sales. This minor pullback highlights one thing: excitement for blockbuster titles needs real infotrailers that reveal gameplay, preorder slots and technical breakdownsbefore players and investors alike hit buy. Keep an eye out for Rockstar's next leaks. When file sizes, price tags or system requirements finally drop, TTWO's share price could get its next big boost. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
GTA6 is now available... to pre-load to your console as fresh details 'leaked'
GTA 6's official release may be a year away but a new development has left fans "gearing up" for a "masterpiece" Waiting for a new game to drop on PS5 or Xbox is always a tough one. You've seen the trailer, watched the teaser, and scoured the internet for whatever inside scoop you can find on what you might be dealing with on release day. Rockstar Games announced last month that the release of Grand Theft Auto VI would be delayed until May 26, 2026. Gamers were up in arms over the announcement, with many impatient to discover GTA 6's new features. A second teaser trailer for the game was also released, raising tensions even more, but now gamers will be chuffed to hear that, despite a postponement until next May, GTA 6 is now available. That is, available to 'wish list' on both Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. While fans were able to add GTA 6 to their PS5 wish list as early as May, the option was conspicuously absent from the Xbox Store. In welcome news for fans, the team at Rockstar Games has now seen to the issue. Players can now express their interest in GTA 6 via wish list on the Xbox website and directly through the console. Although not equivalent to being able to pre-order, wish listing represents an important step towards the much-anticipated release of GTA 6. The Store Page for GTA 6 boasts not only the game's intriguing trailers but also a range of screenshots for virtual voyeurs. And the revelations just keep on coming as new details about the expected GTA 6 online mode have reportedly been "leaked" online, as spotted by X, formerly Twitter, user @GTAVI_Countdown, and reported by Fravillys, a former Rockstar Mag chief editor who is believed to have previously dropped exclusive insight about the RAGE engine, has written a piece containing alleged information about the expected online mode in GTA 6. "According to an inside source, the upcoming multiplayer game, codenamed 'GTA6MP', is currently at an advanced stage, much more so than it was during the original GTA Online, which was developed between 2008 and 2013," Fravillys wrote in a translated article. "One of the most significant advances would be the ability to perform free-roam multiplayer activities with players from different sessions, without ever having to leave your own environment or experience loading times. "The next version of GTA Online is said to be aiming for a seamless and immersive gaming experience, with the ambition of reaching up to 96 simultaneous players per session. However, according to my latest information, this figure is currently limited to 64 players." None of this has been confirmed by Rockstar. Elsewhere, there has been reaction aplenty to the Xbox Wish list development. One X user wrote: "Already wish listed. I'm not sure I can do the late night like I used to but I'm sure to try for this game!!" Another enthused: "Now we can experience this masterpiece in the greatest console ever!" A third joked: "My work wondering why I'm suddenly sick on may M6, 2026". Others were concerned about the game's release date. One commented: "I expect one more delay, watch it push into summer '26" and a second agreed: "We all know it's going to get pushed back again though". A third questioned: "Should we trust this ETA?" while a fourth pointed out: "I am honestly surprised they didn't push it to June 6th. GTA 6 on 6, 6, 2026, would have been good marketing." The game's narrative is believed to around two principal characters, Jason and Lucia and set in various locations including Vice City itself, along with Leonida Keys, Grassrivers, Port Gellhorn, and Ambrosia. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Saudi Gamer
a day ago
- Automotive
- Saudi Gamer
تعرف على السيارات التي حصلت على أجهزة التشويش في تحديث GTA Online Money Fronts
أخيرًا، أصبح محتوى GTA Online Money Fronts متاحًا عالميًا، مُضيفًا محتوى جديدًا إلى لعبة Rockstar التي مضى عليها عقد من الزمن. وبينما لا يزال العمل والسيارة الجديدان هما عامل الجذب الرئيسي، قام المطورون أيضًا بتحديث 50 مركبة وتزويدها بميزة Missile Lock-On Jammer. حتى الآن، لم يكن بإمكان اللاعبين استخدام هذه المعدات الدفاعية المهمة في هذه المركبات. وهي عبارة عن أجهزة تشويش يمكن تثبيتها لحماية المركبات من استهداف الصواريخ أثناء اللعب الجماعي. إليكم قائمة بجميع السيارات أو المركبات الخمسين الجديدة المتوافقة الآن مع Missile Lock-On Jammer في تحديث GTA Online Money Fronts وفقًا لأحدث تحديث لـ GTA Online Money Fronts، أصبح بالإمكان الآن ترقية المركبات التالية باستخدام Missile Lock-On Jammer: Karin Kuruma Nagasaki Shinobi Benefactor Dubsta 6×6 Declasse Impaler LX Annis Remus Western Reever Vapid Dominator Albany V-STR Annis Euros Vapid Dominator ASP Vapid Dominator GTT Karin Calico GTF Shitzu Hakuchou Drag Overflod Entity MT Pegassi Torero XO Principe Deveste Eight Gallivanter Baller LE LWB (Armored) Obey 10F Widebody Obey 10F Ocelot Jugular Bravado Dorado Cruiser Vapid Dominator FX Interceptor Vapid Unmarked Cruiser Ocelot Swinger Albany Hermes Progen GP1 Übermacht Revolter Vapid Contender Schyster Deviant Enus Cognoscenti (Armored) Enus Cognoscenti Übermacht Zion Classic Vapid Stanier Übermacht SC1 Shitzu Hakuchou Progen Tyrus Pegassi Torero Pfister Comet Pfister 811 Overflod Imorgon Lampadati Viseris Enus Paragon R Emperor ETRI Dinka Akuma Coil Raiden Benefactor XLS (Armored) Benefactor XLS Benefactor Schafter LWB (Armored) Benefactor Schafter LWB Annis Hellion علاوة على ذلك، أضافت حزمة DLC الخاصة بـ GTA Online Money Fronts المركبات الجديدة التالية إلى اللعبة اليوم: Southern San Andreas Super Autos Annis Hardy ($1,380,000) Karin Woodlander ($1,611,000) Legendary Motorsport Overflod Suzume ($3,074,500) – currently available exclusively for the GTA+ members Karin Everon RS ($1,665,000) Ubermacht Sentinel GTS ($1,629,000-$2,172,000) Dewbauchee Rapid GT X ($2,705,500) Warstock Cache & Carry Western Police Bike ($3,720,000) يمكن لأعضاء GTA+ أيضًا الوصول إلى سيارتي Declasse Tampa GT وAnnis Minimum من نادي Vinewood Car Club، مما يجعل هذه السيارات حصرية للمشتركين حاليًا. علاوة على ذلك، كشف مجتمع Grand Theft Auto عن مركبات تعمل بالتنقيط ستضيفها Rockstar لاحقًا ضمن محتوى GTA Online Money Fronts DLC: Declasse Walton L35 Stock Declasse Drift Walton L35 Brute Stockade Bobcat Security Grotti LSCM Cheetah Classic ومن المتوقع أيضًا أن تحصل المركبات التالية على معدلات خاصة بالـ drift:
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Fact Check: Is GTA 6 already available for download? Fans lose it after viral post surface
Is GTA 6 out for download? In a strange twist, GTA 6 is apparently available to download now, 11 months ahead of its official release date, reported Gaming Bible. Rockstar Games has been tight-lipped on the release of the game; however, after the release of the second trailer nearly a year after the first trailer drop, they hinted that the game will be released by May 2026. Despite this, fans have been speculating on the official launch of the game, leaks, new features and more. With the growing hype of the game, it really feels like the game is larger than life. Fact check: Is GTA 6 really available for download? Earlier this week, fans were quite excited to see that GTA VI is now available to download. According to the report, GTA fans who play on Xbox Series X/S are able to download the game to their consoles from the Microsoft Store. It also stated that players can do this earlier via the web or the store on the console. But if we look at the facts, the download of the game is only 328.76 MB in size, as well as the fact that the game is 11 months away. This doesn't mean that players can play an early version of the game. As per the report, the game is not available for pre-orders, and there is no chance that Rockstar will release the game anytime soon. GTA 6 placeholder pre-load is 328.76mb in to launch the game only shows the game's artwork for a brief moment before closing. But what does the viral post mean? Recently, a post shared by an X (formerly called Twitter) account @GTA6Alerts mentioned, "Attempting to play the game greets you with the cover art for a brief moment before it closes and boots you back to the Xbox dashboard." By this state, the user means that this download only installs the preliminary files that will allow GTA 6 to preload when the game is officially launched. If a player has this on their console, the game will pre-install itself in the days before the release.
