Our Take
Grand Theft Auto VI is Rockstar Games' long-awaited open-world crime epic, set in a fictionalised Miami and surrounding Florida environments. The first numbered GTA entry since 2013's GTA V, it follows protagonists Lucia and her male partner through a sprawling criminal narrative. Aimed squarely at adult players, it occupies the absolute top tier of big-budget console releases.
Key Features
Dual protagonists including Lucia, the series' first playable female lead
Set in Vice City and a wide surrounding open world inspired by modern-day Florida
Built on a new engine iteration delivering significantly upgraded character animation and environmental detail on PS5 hardware
Dynamic NPC behaviour system said to produce more reactive, believable crowds and pedestrians
Returning online multiplayer component expected to expand post-launch with additional content
Rated 18 by the BBFC, containing strong violence, mature themes, and adult language throughout
Our Verdict
Essential for any PS5 owner who enjoys mature, story-driven open-world games and has been following the series. Those sensitive to microtransaction-heavy online ecosystems or on a tight budget may prefer waiting for post-launch reviews to confirm whether Rockstar has addressed its monetisation habits.