On August 27, Rockstar and Netflix released an exclusive 26-minute Grand Theft Auto VI presentation, “An Extended Look.” All footage was recorded on a standard PS5. The video features Jason and Lucia, police chases, dozens of activities, from diving to basketball, switching between characters, and a system where food and sports change appearance. The release is November 19 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
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How long was the GTA 6 Netflix presentation, and what was the gameplay recorded on?
Netflix claims 26 minutes. IGN and Fontanka say 27. Dataminers have calculated 26 minutes and 49 seconds. This is likely a rounding error, but we’ll verify the accuracy when the video is released on YouTube (August 28, 4:00 AM Moscow time). The key point: the gameplay was filmed on a standard PS5, not a Pro. This is no coincidence—Rockstar is showing what most owners can expect.
What did the 26-minute GTA 6 gameplay reveal?
The opening: Jason and Lucia enter a graffiti-covered building to find a certain Booby. Details are immediately apparent: NPCs vary in build, each with their own personality. The couple pets a dog (angel icon), a deal goes awry, the heroes fight their way through with shotguns, and the police storm the scene. Then there are everyday scenes in Vice City, a diner robbery (familiar from leaks from 2022, but now in the finale), and a spectacular chase: Lucia at the wheel, Jason spraying cops and helicopters.
The montage features a wide range of activities: boats, canoes, jet skis, diving, basketball, track racing, scooters through swamps, and a parachute jump. And the mechanics for switching between characters work in real time. All of this isn’t just a list, but a run-through of the possibilities of an open world that already feels alive.
What does GTA 6 look like on PS5, and what does it mean for players?
The PS5 recording, not the Pro, is a key signal. Experts at Digital Foundry (via CD-Action) predict 30 FPS on the base console. Even the Pro is unlikely to deliver a stable 60 FPS due to the processor’s CPU. However, the game is labeled “PS5 Pro Enhanced” in the PlayStation Store—the specific enhancements are still a mystery. However, the fact remains: Rockstar isn’t afraid to show the game on mid-range hardware. This inspires confidence that the optimization is top-notch.
Why did Rockstar choose Netflix to present GTA 6?
An unusual move. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick called the event a “must-see” and said that after viewing it, everyone will understand the choice. Netflix, for its part, sees it as “the next generation of storytelling.” Essentially, it’s a commercial that viewers pay for (via a subscription). Netflix bought the rights to show the game to attract Rockstar’s audience. The exclusive content will be available for just six hours, then the video will appear on YouTube. Does this strategy outperform traditional trailers? Judging by the excitement, yes, but it’s left a bad taste in the mouth.
Community Reaction and What’s Next
Many fans are furious: paying $80 to advertise a game? On the day of the premiere, Netflix was inundated with thousands of complaints about crashes. But tomorrow, at 4 a.m. Moscow time, the video will be posted on YouTube, and everyone will be able to watch it for free. In the meantime, we wait until November 19th. One thing is clear: Rockstar knows how to excite, even when it forces you to pay to watch. What’s next? There are no official announcements of new trailers, but judging by the pace, this won’t be the last surprise before the release.
