GoKawiilRockstar reveals GTA VI could take 80 hours to complete main story
Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson told the New York Times he completed a playthrough of Grand Theft Auto VI, including the main story and some optional content, in about 80 hours. Rockstar also released an extended, nearly 27-minute look at the game following its Netflix debut, showcasing the fictional state of Leonida and protagonists Jason and Lucia. GTA VI launches November 19 for $80.
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The reported playtime suggests GTA VI could rival or exceed the scope of GTA V, whose completionist runs averaged nearly 90 hours, signaling a massive open-world experience. The news also comes amid warnings about scammers distributing fake
- Rockstar exec Rob Nelson reports an 80-hour playthrough of GTA VI's main story and side content
- A new extended trailer shows Leonida, Jason, and Lucia ahead of the November 19 launch
- Fans are warned against fake GTA VI demo downloads that actually install password-stealing malware
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