How long is GTA 6? Hours to beat
Short answer: About 80 hours, according to Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson, who told The New York Times his own playthrough took that long, covering the main story plus some optional objectives with story consequences. That makes it Rockstar’s longest game yet. Red Dead Redemption 2’s story takes roughly 50–60 hours, and GTA 5’s about 30–35.
By Jake Morrison · Sources checked by GTA6Geek Editorial · Published · Updated
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GTA 6 vs other Rockstar games
| Game | Story length (approx.) |
|---|---|
| GTA 6 | ~80 hours (story + some optional content, per Rob Nelson) |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | 50–60 hours |
| GTA 5 | 30–35 hours |
Older games: typical completion times reported by players. GTA 6: Rockstar’s own estimate.
Why it’s so long
- The map is about twice the size of GTA 5’s and three times RDR2’s.
- The story is split into chapters, like RDR2.
- Some story progress needs you to raise money first, through robberies and jobs.
- Lots of side activities and a relationship to build.
How long will it take you?
| Play style | Rough estimate | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Main story, rushing | Under 80 hours | Unconfirmed |
| Story + some side content | About 80 hours | Reported |
| 100% completion | Well over 100 hours | Unconfirmed |
We will update this with real player times after launch.
Sources
Last checked: 24 Oct 2026. Labels: Official = Rockstar or platform holder, Reported = previews or press, Unconfirmed = not stated by Rockstar.
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Frequently asked questions
How many hours is GTA 6?
About 80 hours for the story plus some optional content, according to Rockstar’s Rob Nelson.
Is GTA 6 longer than RDR2?
Yes. RDR2’s story takes about 50–60 hours.
How long is GTA 6 to 100%?
Not known yet; likely well over 100 hours.
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