Grand Theft Auto VI, the much-anticipated successor to the iconic game series, has taken the gaming community by storm with an unexpected early release of its official trailer. The leaked footage, which surfaced online, not only showcases the thrilling gameplay but also discloses the game’s slated launch in 2025, as confirmed by the developer, Rockstar Games.
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The trailer, intended for a grand reveal on Tuesday, December 5, at 9 am PST, found its way onto the internet prematurely. Acknowledging the leak, Rockstar Games swiftly addressed the situation on X (formerly Twitter), urging fans to watch the authentic release on YouTube.
Within its initial hours, the leaked trailer amassed an astounding 32 million views on YouTube, a testament to the immense anticipation surrounding Grand Theft Auto VI.
The gaming community has eagerly awaited the next chapter of this action-adventure franchise since the release of GTA 5 in 2013. The prolonged anticipation has only intensified the excitement among fans worldwide.
Breaking away from tradition, the GTA 6 trailer introduces a captivating twist by featuring a female protagonist named Lucia. The footage depicts her engaging in a gripping crime spree across bustling beaches, city highways, and clubs, evoking a modern-day Bonnie-and-Clyde dynamic with her partner.
Rockstar Games, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive, has grappled with leaks in the past. Notably, in 2022, hackers infiltrated the company’s security, leaking unreleased footage from the upcoming GTA installment. The gaming community was left stunned by the unexpected release of screenshots and gameplay videos. Rockstar Games confirmed the authenticity of the leaked content, attributing it to a “network intrusion.”