Grand Theft Auto 6 Will Deliver an 80-Hour Campaign for Rockstar Fans
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Rockstar North reveals that a playthrough of Grand Theft Auto 6 takes roughly 80 hours, making it the studio's longest single-player experience to date.
Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson recently shared that playing through the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 took him roughly 80 hours back in February. Speaking in an interview with The New York Times, Nelson clarified that this timeframe covered the main story alongside optional goals carrying narrative weight. While the exact amount of open-world wandering remains unspecified, this runtime sets a new benchmark for the studio.
For long-time players, this puts GTA 6 well ahead of its predecessors. Grand Theft Auto 4 and 5 typically clock in around 30 hours for a standard playthrough, while Red Dead Redemption 2 sits at roughly 50 to 60 hours. Nelson has expressed hope that the community will take their time exploring the map rather than rushing straight to the credits, especially given the lengthy wait between franchise entries.
Beyond the primary narrative, the game promises a massive array of side activities like basketball, fishing, and fitness routines to keep players engaged. Drawing from the incredible longevity of Red Dead Redemption 2, these systems and hidden details will likely sustain creators, speedrunners, and casual fans for years across console and PC ecosystems.
Tags: GTA 6, Rockstar Games, Open World, Action Games
Original article: IGN South Africa