Grand Theft Auto VI trailer takes back to Vice City; will it surpass GTA V's legacy?

The latest trailer of the sixth version of Grand Theft Auto or GTA VI has taken the gaming world by storm within just a day of its release. Having broken several records and trending worldwide on YouTube, the GTA VI trailer gives a glimpse into the Vice City, packed with criminals, weirdos, and parties and every single shot of the trailer gives a new story. While the excitement among GTA fans has gone to the next level, it is yet to be seen whether GTA VI will surpass its predecessors’ unmatched legacy. For the unversed, GTA V is one of the highest-grossing entertainment products of all time with a total of $8 billion in earnings. To understand the difference between the two, let’s revisit GTA V and further the high points of the GTA VI trailer.

What was GTA V all about? Believed to be a “beast of a game” one of the key features of Grand Theft Auto V was the expansion of the game world Los Santos which was not just a city, but a living breathing entity. From the urban sprawl to the vast sun-soaked deserts and the depths of the ocean, each frame of the game is clearly a work of craftsmanship, leading players to get lost. Apart from that, the narrative brilliance of GTA V also played a major role in its success. With the introduction of the three main protagonists Michael, Franklin, and Trevor, the narrative remained a masterstroke adding layers of complexity to the dynamic storyline. The game’s take on the American culture was another highlight as Rockstar Games didn’t shy away from shedding light on contemporary society, media, celebrity culture, and even political commentary. Coming to the main central element of the game, the heists along with the strategic planning clearly kept players at the edge of the seats. Main highlights of GTA VI Let’s talk about the trailer of GTA VI, something that fans have eagerly waited for years. Seemingly set in Florida, the colours of the setting sun right at the beginning of the trailer give a warm entry into the game. Later, the traffic on the road which includes GTA staples like trucks, RVs, boats, and motorcycles followed by an incredibly tall broadcast mast is one of the major highlights of the trailer. The trailer also shows Lucy, clearly the lead female protagonist being locked up. The trailer also gave a glimpse of another character in the game i.e., Stephanie, a member of staff at the Department of Correction. However, there is more to be known about Lucy as a character. There is another male character shown on multiple occasions and it seems like the two of them share a special bond. GTA VI will take players back to Vice City, giving a glimpse of familiar sites like Starfish Island. Island. It is not yet clear whether the game will be visiting old sites like Ocean View hotel and Little Haiti among others. While the anticipation level remains on the top, the release date has been confirmed for 2025.