- By Alex David
- Sun, 25 May 2025 01:11 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
New intel proposes that the primary campaign for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) will take around 45 to 50 hours to complete. This remains under the 60-hour campaign for Red Dead Redemption 2, but does exceed GTA V’s 32-hour-long campaign. The gaming community remains divided with the leaks about the estimated duration of the campaign, as it brings forward questions concerning the modern open-world game story’s scope versus content quality and player expectations.
GTA 6 Campaign Duration Sparks Mixed Reactions
According to multiple leaks and insider sources, Rockstar Games’ upcoming title will deliver a narrative experience of about 45 to 50 hours. This positions GTA 6 between previous Rockstar benchmarks:
Game Title | Main Story Length |
GTA V | ~32 hours |
GTA VI (rumoured) | 45–50 hours |
Red Dead Redemption 2 | ~60 hours |
Set in a reimagined Vice City, the game will reportedly follow dual protagonists, Jason and Lucia, offering a fresh and immersive storyline. The new setting and character dynamic have been designed to deliver a deeper and more modernised experience.
However, the rumoured campaign length has divided fans. Some worry the shorter duration could lead to a lack of depth or storytelling nuance, while others believe a more streamlined and tightly written narrative may provide a richer experience, free from filler content.
Beyond the Main Story: GTA 6’s Expansive World
Even though the primary story length has raised some eyebrows, GTA 6 is predicted to have more than enough side content and places to explore. According to the leaks, the game will have:
- Missions that can change due to prior choices
- An open world that encompasses numerous cities and different landscapes
- Interactions within the environment and different evolving systems to the gameplay.
It is safe to say that these factors will apply to increase the replayability and time spent on the game compared to the base story.
Multiplayer Potential and the Future of GTA Online
One of Rockstar’s greatest hits has single-handedly been GTA Online, and GTA 6 is reported to take it a notch higher. The new online section is expected to have:
- Extensive online multiplayer options
- Co-op style missions combined with ongoing world activities
- Additional game time measured in hundreds of hours
This progression in multiplayer could settle worries regarding the limited single-player story.
Final Thoughts
Grand Theft Auto 6 won't be as long as Red Dead Redemption 2, considering the rumoured story time of 45-50 hours, but it does seem that Rockstar is focusing on the content itself instead of stamping over the game with filler. With extensive secondary activities, large cities, and a Revolutionary online mode, it seems like the game is set to please almost every type of gamer. Fans still hope for official confirmations and reveal trailers from Rockstar Games as the anticipated release date draws closer in May 2026.