Rockstar Games has surprised fans once again with an unexpected Grand Theft Auto VI update, officially revealing the game's cover art and confirming when pre-orders will go live.
After 408 long days of no information since Trailer 2 was released, Rockstar has shadow-dropped this announcement via their social media channels alongside a short teaser video showcasing the cover artwork. Eagle-eyed fans will also notice what appears to be a brief preview of GTA VI's main theme music, featuring a distinctly Vice City-inspired sound complete with electric guitar riffs.
Rockstar also confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders will open on June 25th across digital storefronts and selected retailers worldwide.
Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI will officially begin on June 25 on digital storefronts and at other select retailers.
— Rockstar Games (@RockstarGames) June 18, 2026
Check out the official cover art, also available as downloadable artwork at https://t.co/XPwC8URCQ4 pic.twitter.com/pRVXk4eyDQ
Official GTA 6 Cover Art Revealed
GTA 6 Official Cover Art
The newly unveiled GTA 6 cover places protagonists Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval front and center of the iconic grid design, a hallmark of the GTA series covers.
Surrounding the duo are several scenes and characters that help establish the game's setting and themes. A stunt rider launches a motorcycle into the air while a police cruiser races below, and a helicopter equipped with a mounted minigun dominates the skyline above.
The lower section of the artwork includes several familiar faces and references from Rockstar's previous character reveals. One notable appearance is Boobie Ike, the Vice City entrepreneur, club owner, and real estate mogul who is expected to play a significant role in the game's world.
Further down, the artwork features Raul Bautista, the experienced bank robber whose criminal ambitions eventually intersect with Lucia and Jason's journey. Alongside him are several vehicles, including a sports car and speedboat, while an alligator serves as a reminder of Leonida's dangerous wildlife.
Taken as a whole, the cover art does an excellent job of highlighting the variety GTA VI promises to offer - from high-speed chases and armed confrontations in the city to exploration across the wider state of Leonida.
New Website Artwork and Background Video
Rockstar has also updated the official GTA VI website with a new promotional artwork featuring Lucia and Jason together, further emphasizing their partnership and central role in the story:
The website now also includes a new animated background video showcasing Vice City, beginning with a stunning view of the city's skyline:
While brief, the footage provides another glimpse at the vibrant neon-soaked atmosphere Rockstar is creating for the next entry in the series.
Rockstar Goes All-In on GTA VI Branding
The GTA VI marketing push extends beyond the game's website. Rockstar Games has updated its social media profiles with a fresh Vice City-inspired aesthetic, replacing its traditional branding with blue-and-pink themed artwork that matches the game's visual identity.
With pre-orders set to begin on June 25th and Rockstar's marketing campaign clearly ramping up, it looks like the road to GTA VI's launch is finally entering its next major phase.
We'll continue to cover all of the latest GTA VI news, screenshots, and trailers ahead of the game's release on November 19, 2026!
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