GTA VI promises over 80 hours of gameplay amid release-day scam warnings
Rockstar says Grand Theft Auto VI will require more than 80 hours to complete, and warns fans against fake demo downloads.
Rockstar North’s co-studio head Rob Nelson reported to one outlet that completing Grand Theft Auto VI, including the main narrative and some side objectives, takes more than 80 hours. The studio also released a nearly 27-minute extended look video, originally debuted on Netflix and now posted to YouTube, offering a preview of the fictional U.S. state of Leonida and its lead characters Jason and Lucia. GTA VI is slated for release on November 19 at a price of $80.
The announcement coincides with a malicious campaign urging fans to download a counterfeit "demo" that functions as an infostealer capable of harvesting browser passwords. Rockstar has urged players to wait for the official launch rather than seeking unauthorized files. The extended trailer provides a glimpse of the new activities and environments players can expect in the upcoming title.
Why it matters
Gamers need to plan for a lengthy new release and avoid scams promising illegal demos.
How this story developed
- Aug 18 Rockstar issues DMCA notices as alleged GTA VI footage and map surface online
- Aug 25 A new alleged gameplay clip showing a plane over a virtual Florida was posted online ahead of the Netflix preview.
- Aug 27 Rockstar confirmed the leaked footage is authentic and announced a Netflix‑aired extended look ahead of the November 19 digital launch.
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