18/06/2026 21:32 - Entretenimiento
Arte oficial de GTA VI mostrando la ciudad de Vice City con luces de neón al atardecer.
June 18, 2026 will be remembered as a historic day for gamers worldwide: Rockstar Games has confirmed that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) will begin next week, approximately during the week of June 23, 2026. Along with this groundbreaking announcement, the developer revealed the official cover art, sparking a massive wave of excitement across social media platforms.
The announcement arrives at a pivotal moment for the legendary franchise. GTA V, the predecessor, has sold over 190 million copies worldwide, establishing itself as one of the most successful entertainment products in history. This staggering figure demonstrates the immense cultural impact the saga has achieved and the extraordinarily high expectations placed on the upcoming installment.
For context, Grand Theft Auto V was originally released in September 2013, making the wait for its successor span over a decade. This makes GTA VI one of the most anticipated video game releases of all time.
As a teaser for what's to come, on June 17, 2026, Rockstar released a new update for GTA Online titled 'The Next Big Score' (El Próximo Gran Golpe). This free content for the multiplayer mode keeps the community engaged while preparing for the new title's launch.
Available platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Setting: The game will take place in Vice City, a fictionalized version of Miami, Florida. This marks a return to the iconic location from GTA: Vice City (2002), but with a modern, next-generation twist.
Protagonists: The game will feature two main characters, including Lucia, marking the first female protagonist in the series' 3D era. The duo's dynamic is expected to bring fresh storytelling to the franchise.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Pre-order announcement | June 18, 2026 |
| Pre-orders begin | Week of June 23, 2026 |
| Expected release window | 2027 |
The Grand Theft Auto series has historically pushed the boundaries of open-world gaming, storytelling, and cultural commentary. Each mainline release has been a landmark event in the gaming industry. With GTA VI, Rockstar aims to deliver the most immersive and ambitious open-world experience ever created.
Source: Information released by Rockstar Games on June 18, 2026. For official details, visit Rockstar Games Official Website.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
