Rockstar Games is set to unveil official gameplay for Grand Theft Auto 6 today, the most anticipated title in the franchise, after years of development and several leaks. The reveal begins with a 27-minute exclusive on Netflix, titled "Grand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look," which will be available for six hours on the streaming platform before wider release. This footage has been captured entirely on PlayStation 5.
The game was first confirmed to be in development over four-and-a-half years ago. Since then, two trailers have been released, and the game has experienced multiple delays. Its current release date is November 19, 2026. In anticipation of today's reveal, Rockstar has dealt with numerous gameplay leaks, which the company addressed earlier this week. Despite these issues, enthusiasm for GTA 6 remains high.
A History of GTA 6 Reveals and Delays
Rockstar formally announced Grand Theft Auto 6 in December 2023 with the release of its first trailer. This announcement followed a rare statement from Rockstar co-founder Sam Houser in November 2023, expressing gratitude to players and hinting at the upcoming trailer. However, Trailer 1 was ultimately released early due to a leak, a recurring theme in GTA 6's development cycle.
Trailer 2 arrived in May 2025, approximately 18 months after the first. This release coincided with a delay for the game itself, pushing its launch window from fall 2025 to May 2026, before being pushed back again to its current November 2026 date. At the time of Trailer 2's release, Rockstar stated that protagonists Jason and Lucia would find themselves in Leonida, navigating a criminal conspiracy and relying on each other to survive. This trailer was also captured on a base PlayStation 5.
New Details Emerge
Ahead of the Netflix gameplay reveal, a Dazed magazine cover story provided new insights into GTA 6. Notably, the game will feature RPG mechanics that allow players to manage their protagonists' well-being through actions such as eating, working out, and sleeping, with each activity impacting Jason and Lucia. Reports also indicate that a prolific GTA 6 leaker has recently profited significantly, reportedly cashing out around $270,000 from cryptocurrency transactions related to the game.
The Netflix exclusive gameplay reveal is scheduled to roll out globally on August 28, 2026, starting at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT on August 27, 2026, and will be followed by a YouTube release. IGN will provide comprehensive live coverage of the event and all subsequent news as it unfolds.