GTA 6 Trailer Breakdown: Fans Decipher Gameplay Details After Rockstar’s Latest Clarification

Recently, Rockstar Games announced that the second trailer for GTA 6 was fully recorded using in-game footage from a PlayStation 5, dispelling rumors that the visuals were enhanced using a PS5 Pro or PC. Importantly, Rockstar pointed out that the trailer consists of an even mix of gameplay and cinematic sequences.

At first glance, the trailer appears to be dominated by cinematic scenes rather than actual gameplay, primarily because there are no visible Heads-Up Display (HUD) elements, controller symbols, or other typical gameplay indicators.

However, based on Rockstar’s statement, it’s reasonable to deduce that gameplay is indeed present in the trailer, albeit with the HUD disabled and possibly from unconventional camera angles. So, which parts of the trailer might include gameplay? This is the current puzzle the GTA community is keen on solving.

One moment that seems likely to switch from a cutscene to gameplay occurs when the character Jason enters his apartment. This scene is strongly suspected to be part of the actual gameplay, possibly even marking the starting point of GTA 6.

Additionally, a Reddit user named OriginalTomato8235 has put together a list of scenes they believe represent gameplay within the trailer, including:

• Jason robbing a convenience store
• Jason exiting with beer
• Jason driving in what appears to be a first-person view
• Jason working out on the beach, which might be a mini-game in GTA 6
• Jason shooting from a moving vehicle
• Lucia engaged in combat training, another potential mini-game
• Lucia firing a grenade launcher at police vehicles from a third-person perspective
• A scene showcasing Jason’s TV, viewed in first-person (this scene features fake PS5 and DualSense controllers and possibly includes Phil Cassidy from Vice City)
• A helicopter chase over a swamp
• Jason and Lucia on a jetski
• Jason riding a motorcycle
• Jason diving into a car driven by Lucia
• Jason throwing someone into a vehicle

This lengthy list underscores Rockstar’s emphasis on “equal parts” of gameplay and cinematic content, suggesting that true gameplay is likely found in segments without dialogue.

Trailer 2 has not only set new viewership records but has also impressed fans with its display of in-engine gameplay on the PS5. Despite the absence of the HUD and unique camera placements that might not be available in the final game, this trailer offers a promising glimpse of what players can expect when the game releases in May 2026.

As anticipation builds, more information about GTA 6 continues to emerge, including detailed discoveries, a collection of 70 new screenshots, and expert insights on the game’s probable performance on the PS5 Pro.