Inside GTA 6: Rockstar’s Most Ambitious Game Yet Takes Players Back to Vice City’s Underworld

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Rockstar Games’ GTA 6, set to release on May 26, 2026, is shaping up as the biggest open-world game yet. Priced from ₹5,999 in India, it reintroduces Vice City within a sprawling Leonida map, featuring dual protagonists Jason and Lucia, next-gen visuals, and multiple editions loaded with exclusive content.

GTA 6: India Price, Release Date, Editions, Map, and Gameplay

After more than a decade of anticipation, Grand Theft Auto VI is officially slated to hit global markets on May 26, 2026. Rockstar Games promises a landmark entry with an expansive map, enhanced realism, and two playable leads navigating a thrilling crime saga in the fictional state of Leonida, home to the iconic Vice City.

In India, the Standard Edition is expected to be priced at around ₹5,999, with Special/Deluxe Editions likely at ₹7,299 and Collector’s Editions surpassing ₹10,000. Considering Rockstar’s history with premium releases, pre-orders are projected to begin by late 2025 or early 2026.

Gameplay, Map, and Characters

GTA 6 introduces Jason and Lucia as its central duo — outlaws caught in a treacherous network of crime and survival. The narrative unfolds dynamically, allowing players to switch perspectives across missions involving heists, car chases, and multi-part storylines.

The sprawling Leonida map spans Vice City’s neon skyline, sunlit beaches, and suburban areas, promising Rockstar’s most detailed and interactive sandbox to date. Leaks suggest immersive realism with advanced physics, manual action systems, and environmental interactivity at an unprecedented level.

Notable Updates

Launch Date: May 26, 2026 (PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X/S; PC release expected later in 2027)

Price in India: ₹5,999 (Standard), ₹7,299+ (Deluxe), ₹10,000+ (Collector’s Edition)

Edition Features:

Standard Edition: Base game only

Deluxe Edition: Bonus in-game currency, vehicles, and outfits

Collector’s Edition: Art book, collectibles, maps, and maximum in-game rewards

System Requirements (Expected): Intel i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, GTX 1080 Ti or Radeon RX 5700 XT, 8GB RAM, 150GB storage

Map: Entire state of Leonida, including the return of Vice City

Pre-order Window: Expected December 2025–January 2026

Major Takeaways

The GTA 6 launch is set to redefine open-world gaming standards with dual-protagonist storytelling, next-gen graphics, and record-breaking scale. Industry insiders predict pre-order volumes to surpass GTA 5’s record, cementing Rockstar’s dominance in immersive open-world design.

Sources: Hindustan Times; The Times of India