GTA 6’s First Three Hours
After more than a decade since the last entry, Grand Theft Auto VI is almost here. But as the November 19 release date inches closer, a fascinating consensus is emerging among the game’s most dedicated fans: the first three hours will not be about speed, but about savoring.
Rockstar has promised the largest, most detailed open world it has ever constructed. Vice City and the surrounding state of Leonida will be vast. Yet, instead of plotting the fastest route to the far edge of the map, players are planning something counterintuitive for the modern gaming era—patience.
“I’m taking my sweet time on the first playthrough,” shared one fan on Reddit, a sentiment echoed throughout the community. “Been waiting for this game too long to explore everything as quickly as possible.”
The prevailing strategy among those counting down the days is to let the missions be the tour guide. By allowing the narrative to naturally introduce new districts, towns, and countryside, players hope to preserve a sense of discovery that could be lost by an immediate, exhaustive sprint to uncover every icon on the map.
This approach is not without its personal traditions. One player noted they will always seek out the tallest landmark first—a ritual that offers a sweeping vista and a moment to take in the scale of the world before diving into the chaos below.
Others are planning more emotional entries. “I won’t even be able to see the screen because of the tears in my eyes,” admitted one fan, underscoring just how significant this return to Vice City is for a generation that has waited over 4,700 days since GTA V.
Of course, not every plan is about restraint. There are exceptions. For some, the very first order of business will be commandeering a boat and heading straight out to sea, pushing against the invisible wall just to see how far Rockstar will let them go—and whether an Easter egg or a hungry sea creature awaits.
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These discussions reveal something important about the GTA VI launch. It is not merely a game release; it is a cultural event. Players are not strategizing for efficiency. They are strategizing for memory-making. After years of leaks, delays, and speculation, the community’s collective wish is simple: to make the wait worth it, one slow, deliberate hour at a time.