Dan Houser, co-founder of Rockstar Games and key writer for the Grand Theft Auto series, stated he had no involvement in the upcoming GTA 6. He expressed confidence in the game's potential, noting its story would be exciting even if he didn't contribute to it. Houser emphasized his privilege in working on the franchise, suggesting the industry might have enough of his contributions after writing the last 10 titles. He also reflected on his favorite projects, including Red Dead Redemption 2, and addressed the challenges of developing multiple titles simultaneously, particularly mentioning the lack of bandwidth that impacted projects like Bully 2. Development for GTA 6 began earnestly after Houser’s departure in 2020 and was initially expected to launch in fall 2025 but has since been delayed to May 26, 2026.

What can we expect from GTA 6's story and characters?

While detailed story elements remain undisclosed, Houser assures that the story will be engaging, although it won't feature his own character narratives. Fans are eagerly anticipating how the game's storytelling will evolve following the successful narratives present in previous titles.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is highly anticipated to be a landmark game in the series, promising innovative gameplay and immersive storytelling. Following the success of its predecessor, GTA 5, which has remained immensely popular since its release, the stakes are high for GTA 6. As fans speculate on the new game's setting and characters, the excitement continues to build, particularly with its scheduled release in May 2026. The franchise's impact on gaming culture and narrative-driven design sets a high bar for what players can expect.