The newly released GTA 6 trailer has sparked widespread discussion, particularly due to its subtle nods to PlayStation. Viewers noticed that not only was the footage captured on a PlayStation 5 console, but the trailer also prominently features DualSense controllers and what appears to be a fake PS5 controller. These references have led many to wonder if Rockstar Games and Sony are planning a joint marketing partnership for the highly anticipated game.
GTA 6 Trailer 2: Controllers and DualSense Controller
One particular scene in the trailer shows the character Lucia returning home and greeting Jason, with two DualSense-like controllers placed on a glass table and a PlayStation controller-like object placed in the background. The inclusion of these elements, along with the explicit mention that the trailer was captured on PS5, points to a potential collaboration between the two companies. Such a partnership wouldn’t be entirely unexpected, given the long history of GTA and PlayStation working together.
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Over the years, PlayStation has had exclusive relationships with several Grand Theft Auto titles. Games like GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas were initially only released on PlayStation consoles due to the partnership between Sony and Rockstar. While the exclusivity deals fizzled out with the release of GTA 4 and GTA 5, which debuted simultaneously on both PlayStation and Xbox, Sony has continued to engage with Rockstar through special promotions. For example, GTA 5 for PS4 was announced during Sony’s presentation at E3 2014.
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GTA 6: The return of classic story, characters and features
As GTA 6 approaches its May 2026 release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series In addition to the trailer, Rockstar has released more than 150 new images showcasing characters, locations, and vehicles. The game’s official story description introduces Jason Duvall and Lucia Caminos, who become embroiled in a conspiracy after a heist goes wrong. Their struggle to survive in Leonida’s sun-filled and dangerous world is a major theme of the narrative.
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Along with new faces and high-octane action, the trailer features familiar elements, including classic GTA vehicles and the return of Ammu-Nation. A dramatic scene that mirrors the movie Fast Five, where a car pulls a safe down the street, adds even more excitement to the trailer. However, details regarding PlayStation are still a major talking point, leaving fans speculating about the possibility of a deeper partnership between Sony and Rockstar Games.
