The first trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 has achieved a staggering 72 million views on YouTube within a mere 16-hour timeframe. This phenomenal response sets a new benchmark for gaming trailers and showcases the massive global interest in the upcoming title.
The trailer, which made an early debut following a leak, quickly captivated audiences worldwide. Within the first hour of its release, it had already matched the like count of the GTA 5 trailer, indicating the series’ enduring popularity and the high expectations for the new installment.
Rockstar Games, the developer behind the iconic series, released the trailer earlier than planned on December 4, 2023, following an online leak that featured a prominent watermark. Despite this setback, the trailer’s release was met with overwhelming status.
In their statement accompanying the trailer’s release, Rockstar Games confirmed that GTA 6 is slated for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2025. Notably, the announcement did not include details about a PC version, leaving some fans in speculation.