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GTA 6 Will Be a Massive Game and Rockstar's Longest yet, as the Studio Confirms It Can Take up to 80 Hours to Beat

Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson said the figure includes optional objectives that can alter Jason and Lucia’s story.

  • Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson reported a recent playthrough of Grand Theft Auto VI lasted 80 hours, incorporating the main campaign alongside optional content with narrative ramifications.
  • For comparison, Red Dead Redemption 2 typically requires 50-60 hours to complete, while Grand Theft Auto V averages roughly 30 hours, establishing context for GTA VI's expanded scope.
  • Nelson confirmed the story follows a chapter-based structure similar to Red Dead Redemption 2, allowing players to influence Jason and Lucia's journey through side objectives that affect the wider narrative.
  • Players can experience this world starting November 19, when the game launches for $80, though individual completion times will vary based on exploration and side activities.
  • Rockstar intends for the game to remain culturally relevant for at least a decade, building an immersive experience filled with open-world activities like basketball, fishing, and exercising.
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IGN broke the news in San Francisco, United States on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
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