Why GTA 6 might be the last Grand Theft Auto title in a while

The much-awaited GTA 6 is set to release in May 2026, and gamers are excited to get their hands on the much-awaited instalment of the massively popular franchise. However, this could be the last Grand Theft Auto title for a while, so it comes as no surprise that fans are cherishing its arrival.

Here's why GTA 6 might be the last Grand Theft Auto title in a while.

Note: The article is based on the writer's personal opinions and should be taken with a bag of cash and a grain of salt.

GTA 6 could be the last Grand Theft Auto title for a long time

GTA 6 could be the last title in the series for a long time (Image via Rockstar Games)

GTA 6 is set to release in May 2026, and gamers are excited as the release date draws close. While the title will keep players on their toes, this could be the last Grand Theft Auto title for a while. There are many factors contributing towards this theory, namely the title's illustrious history in terms of release.

One of the biggest reasons why GTA 6 could be the last Grand Theft Auto title for a while is the fact that it is set to be the most expensive video game ever made, with a budget that reportedly exceeds $2 billion. With a major chunk of resources and over 13 years since the last title, it is a no-brainer that Rockstar is seeing this title as "the product".

GTA VI could offer enough content offline and online to sustain players for the better part of a decade (Image via Rockstar Games)

Rockstar Games is attempting to create a living, breathing open world that creates the next generation of immersiveness, imparting the best features of titles like GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2. Creating something like this took upwards of a decade, so it comes as no surprise that the next title could very well take 10-15 years.

Additionally, recent trends have shown how Rockstar is focusing on evolving Grand Theft Auto as a platform rather than just a game. In recent years, GTA Online has become its own universe, and it is quite possible that the developers will take this further with GTA 6. The title could essentially become an access point to an extended experience rather than just a title.

Rockstar Games could turn the title into an experience rather than just a title (Image via Rockstar Games)

Another important point to consider is the fact that it has been over twelve years since GTA V launched, and it still continues to attract millions of players worldwide. The launch of GTA 6 could keep the revenue and the fanbase alive for the next decade before gamers start looking for something new.

Apart from this, Rockstar Games is known for its perfectionism. They spend years perfecting their craft till they create a bestselling title. With the massive resources and hype surrounding GTA 6, gamers could be in for a treat. After the title's release, the developers and all those involved would probably focus on remasters or new IPs before tackling another full Grand Theft Auto title.

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Edited by Sayendra Basu