GTA 6’s Netflix Special Runs Over 20 Minutes and Was Recorded on PS5

The highly anticipated gameplay reveal for Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to premiere exclusively on Netflix later today. While the specifics of the video remain under wraps, we do know that this Extended Look will run for nearly half an hour and showcases gameplay captured directly from the PlayStation 5.

According to various sources online, including a notable dataminer, the reveal is confirmed to have a runtime of 26 minutes. This is a longer duration than typically expected for gameplay showcases, suggesting that Rockstar is finally ready to unveil more about Grand Theft Auto 6 after keeping fans in suspense for over a decade, just ahead of its November 19 release.

It appears that Rockstar may be opting for a single, comprehensive gameplay reveal rather than a series of shorter clips, as seen with previous titles like Max Payne 3 and Red Dead Redemption. Fans can look forward to this extensive gameplay showcase before the wait until November.

A press release from Netflix has also shed some light on the upcoming reveal, stating that all footage will be captured on a PlayStation 5. The announcement highlights that this Extended Look represents the most significant and immersive evolution of the Grand Theft Auto series to date.

There’s speculation that the footage may be from a standard PS5, but it’s also possible that Netflix is speaking more generally about the platform without specifying whether it’s the base model or a PS5 Pro. Rockstar may want to demonstrate the game’s impressive visuals on a console that many players already own. Clarification from Rockstar is pending, but it’s likely that the final video will indicate whether it’s from a base PS5 or a Pro version.

The GTA 6 Extended Look will debut on Netflix at 3 p.m. EST on August 27, with global availability. After a six-hour exclusivity window, the gameplay reveal will be accessible on YouTube and other platforms for free.

Rockstar has stated that fans and content creators can share clips from the Netflix reveal, but full uploads of the 26-minute Extended Look without edits or commentary will not be permitted.

Unfortunately, the excitement surrounding this reveal has been somewhat dampened by recent leaks, with clips of GTA 6 gameplay circulating online over the past two weeks. Rockstar has expressed disappointment over these leaks, describing them as “heartbreaking,” and has apologized to fans for the prolonged wait to see more of the game.