‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ fans fooled by viral video hoax

Grand Theft Auto 6

Grand Theft Auto 6 fans have been fooled by an AI-generated video “leak” that features new protagonist Lucia exploring the refreshed Vice City.

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Grand Theft Auto 6 was meant to be out by now but earlier this month, the long-awaited follow-up to 2013’s GTA 5 was delayed for a second time. It’s now set to launch November 19, 2026.

Shortly after the first delay in May, Rockstar Games shared a new trailer, screenshots and information about the colourful cast of characters that would feature across the game. Despite rumours that a third trailer was set to launch this month, fans have been left waiting.

It’s perhaps why so many believed a “leak” that claimed to show Grand Theft Auto 6 protagonist Lucia exploring the rainy world of Vice City. The viral clip racked up more than 8million views in its first 24 hours.