Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) is one of the most highly anticipated video games of the decade, promising groundbreaking improvements over GTA 5.

As Rockstar Games remains secretive about exact details, leaks and reports suggest major changes in gameplay, characters, and pricing. Here’s a breakdown of how GTA 6 compares to GTA 5.

GTA 6 vs GTA 5: Price comparison

GTA 5 (2013 Launch Price):
PlayStation & Xbox: $42
PC: $30
GTA 6 (Expected Price):
Standard Edition (PS5/Xbox Series X/S): $72
Gold/Premium Edition (Speculated): $87

Given the rising costs of game development, GTA 6’s pricing is set to be significantly higher than GTA 5.

GTA 6 vs GTA 5: Release date & platform availability

GTA 5 Release Timeline:
2013: PS3 & Xbox 360
2014-2015: PS4, Xbox One, PC
2022: PS5 & Xbox Series X/S
GTA 6 Expected Release:
Late 2025: PS5 & Xbox Series X/S
2027 (Expected): PC

Unlike GTA 5, which had a staggered launch across multiple console generations, GTA 6 will debut exclusively on current-gen consoles, with a delayed PC release expected in 2027.

Features GTA 5 vs GTA 6 (Expected)

Protagonists

Michael, Franklin, Trevor (3 characters)
Lucia + Male Character (Duo Storyline)

Graphics

Standard HD with upgrades
Enhanced realism with next-gen graphics

Map Size

Los Santos (Large)
Bigger than GTA 5, possibly Vice City

AI & Physics

Standard NPC interactions
Advanced AI & improved physics

Online Mode

GTA Online
Expanded GTA 6 Online mode

Is GTA 6 worth the wait?

With an expected launch in late 2025, GTA 6 is shaping up to be a major evolution from GTA 5. Featuring a female protagonist, enhanced AI, improved graphics, and a bigger open world, Rockstar’s latest title is expected to redefine the GTA experience.