GTA 6 Fans Fume as Rockstar Teases
The Grand Theft Auto community experienced a collective moment of whiplash as intense speculation for the third GTA 6 trailer collided with a mundane reality. Instead of the highly anticipated reveal, Rockstar Games delivered news about a new “Trader Bonuses” event for Red Dead Online, sparking a wave of humorous and frustrated reactions from fans.
The disappointment stemmed from a perfect storm of anticipation. With Rockstar’s parent company, Take-Two Interactive, having just held a key earnings call, many in the community were convinced that the third trailer for GTA VI was imminent. Every notification from Rockstar’s social media channels was being watched with bated breath.
When the notification finally arrived, it was for a routine update about Red Dead Online, offering bonus rewards for in-game trading activities. While such updates are standard, the timing felt like a cruel joke to fans who had their hearts set on a glimpse of Vice City.
The reaction on social media was swift and filled with a mix of mock despair and comic hyperbole. One fan captured the sentiment perfectly, stating, “Adding GTA+ to the GTA VI store page and then posting about RDO… is DIABOLICAL.” Another simply declared, “IT HURTS,” sharing a GIF of a character in pain.
The frustration was also directed at the state of Red Dead Online itself, with one player commenting, “Bro, we’ve been skinning animals for almost 10 years. No one needs trader bonuses. Make an expansion for **** sake,” highlighting a desire for more substantial content for the Western title.
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Despite the letdown, the official release date for Grand Theft Auto VI remains firmly set for May 26, 2026. This incident underscores the immense, almost unbearable hype surrounding the game. For now, the community is left to wait, their eyes firmly locked on Rockstar’s next move, hoping that “until next time” comes very soon.