GTA 6 Trailer 1: Welcome to Vice City
Rockstar's first GTA 6 trailer broke YouTube records and revealed Vice City, Lucia and a neon-soaked Leonida. Here's the trailer and a full breakdown.
It's the trailer that broke the internet. When Rockstar Games dropped the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 in December 2023, it shattered YouTube records overnight and gave fans their first real look at the long-awaited return to Vice City.
A Record-Breaking Debut
Officially released on December 5, 2023 — though it leaked roughly 16 hours early — GTA 6 Trailer 1 racked up over 90 million views in its first 24 hours, becoming one of the most-viewed videos in YouTube history at the time. The reaction was instant and massive, setting the tone for the most anticipated game of the decade.
Return to Vice City
The trailer confirmed that GTA 6 is set in a modern Vice City and the surrounding state of Leonida, a vibrant reimagining of Florida. From sun-soaked beaches and neon nightlife to swamps and strip malls, the footage showcased a living, breathing world packed with detail — and a tone that blends satire, chaos and Rockstar's signature style.
Meet Lucia
We also met Lucia, one of the game's dual protagonists and the first female lead in the modern GTA era. Glimpses of her story — and her partner — hinted at a Bonnie-and-Clyde-style crime saga. The trailer's use of Tom Petty's "Love Is a Long Road" became instantly iconic, perfectly capturing the mood.
What This Means For Players
Trailer 1 was the moment GTA 6 became real. If you haven't watched it in a while, it's worth a rewatch now that the November 19, 2026 release date is locked — many of its small details and Easter eggs hit differently knowing how close we are to launch.
What's your favorite moment from the first GTA 6 trailer — and how many times have you rewatched it?
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