What the HD Universe Continuity Means for Its Timeline
Rockstar Games has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will be part of the 'HD Universe' continuity, which includes GTA IV and GTA V. While the game returns to Vice City, it is a modern-day reimagining separate from the 2002 title's 3D Universe timeline.
Why it matters
Clarifying the game's continuity helps manage fan expectations regarding the narrative scope and connection to previous entries in the long-running franchise.
"GTA VI" is a video game set in Rockstar Games' modern-day version of Vice City and the wider state of Leonida. While the game introduces a new cast and setting, its place in the franchise is tied to the HD Universe, the continuity used by the modern "Grand Theft Auto" games.Rockstar has confirmed that "GTA VI" will launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The game's story follows Jason and Lucia as they become involved in a criminal conspiracy spanning Leonida, according to the game's official website.GTA VI Is Part of the HD UniverseThe HD Universe refers to the modern continuity of the "Grand Theft Auto" franchise.
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