Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson said his playthrough with the full campaign and some optional content took about 80 hours.

How Long Is GTA 6? Story Mode Length

Last updated: September 23, 2026 · We’ll add real completion times after launch.

Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson said his GTA 6 playthrough, covering the full campaign plus some optional content, took about 80 hours. That makes GTA 6 one of Rockstar’s longest games. A story-only run will likely be shorter, and 100% completion much longer.

GTA 6 length compared

Game	Main story (approx.)	Story + extras
GTA 5	~30 hours	~45–50 hours
Red Dead Redemption 2	~50 hours	~80+ hours
GTA 6	Not measured yet	~80 hours (Rob Nelson’s own run)

GTA 5 and RDR2 figures are typical player averages; GTA 6’s figure is one developer’s personal pace.

What will make GTA 6 longer

Two protagonists, Jason and Lucia, with a relationship that develops across the story
A non-linear structure with flashbacks
A long list of side activities: fishing, hunting, scuba diving, racing, gyms and more

FAQ

How long is GTA 6’s story mode?

No official story-only figure yet. The one confirmed data point is Rob Nelson’s roughly 80-hour playthrough including some optional content.

Is GTA 6 longer than GTA 5?

Very likely. GTA 5’s main story averages about 30 hours.

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