Rockstar is known for its excellent series of games, and the GTA line is one of its creations. The series dates back to the '90s, and its popularity significantly increased after it entered the 3D graphical era. GTA 3 was the first 3D game in the series and received widespread acclaim.
It was quickly followed by Vice City, a series set in a fictionalized Miami that gave gamers countless unforgettable hours. Then, in 2004, Rockstar released what many consider one of their best and most beloved games to this day: San Andreas. Its main protagonist, CJ, remains an iconic character. The game's cities were based on Los Angeles and San Francisco, but with fictional names.
In 2008, the GTA line added GTA 4. This is the least popular game in the series. It's based on New York City and, for its time, had impressive graphics and physics. However, it's also considered by many gamers to be the worst-optimized GTA game.
Next, in 2013, we saw the legendary GTA 5. Its refined gameplay, graphics, and visual aspects were truly astounding for its time, which helped it become one of the best-selling games ever. It remains popular to this day, and entire generations have grown up playing it.
People are now eagerly awaiting the new installment in the franchise. An official trailer has already been released, and public anticipation is at an all-time high.
According to the latest reports, Rockstar’s highly anticipated next entry in the GTA franchise — GTA 6 — is expected to launch in spring 2026. However, recent rumors suggest that the game may not be fully optimized for the PlayStation 5 Slim, which is currently owned by the majority of PS5 users.
Insider sources claim that on the PS5 Slim, GTA 6 will be limited to 30 FPS at 1080p resolution. While still playable, this could significantly impact the immersive experience fans are expecting from a next-gen title of this scale.
For those looking to enjoy GTA 6 in full 60 FPS, you'll likely need to upgrade to the more powerful PlayStation 5 Pro, which boasts stronger hardware and enhanced capabilities. The catch? The Pro version comes at a higher price point — a factor that may limit accessibility for many gamers.
Despite this, we expect that by next year’s fall sales season, Sony may release a PS5 Pro + GTA 6 bundle, which could help drive both console and game sales during the holiday rush. This would also give players a more affordable way to upgrade and experience GTA 6 the way it’s truly meant to be played.