While we did expect GTA 6 trailer to break records, it actually ended up breaking 3 Guinness World records, shattering expectations globally. The trailer provided a glimpse into the world of GTA 6, officially revealing the two protagonists and hinting at the realistic storylines and gameplay that it brings along. The stunning visuals, coupled with the iconic GTA atmosphere, have further fueled the excitement among fans worldwide.
Rockstar is no stranger to breaking records since its announcement tweet garnered 23.9M views, 538.7K likes and 58.4K reposts.
GTA 6’s First Trailer Breaks 3 Guinness World Records
Here are the Guinness World Records that GTA 6 has broken:
- Most-Viewed Non-Music Video in 24 Hours
- Most-Viewed Video Game Trailer Reveal in 24 Hours
- Most-Liked Video Game Trailer in Youtube History
The most-viewed music video record is held by BTS’ Butter but the record for the non-music video was previously held by MrBeast. The video named ‘Every Country On Earth Fights For $250,000‘ was posted in August 2023 and had achieved a milestone of 59.4 million views in 24 hours.
Now, the anticipation for the next game in the GTA franchise has reached great heights, as seen by the GTA 6 trailer that amassed a shocking 90 million+ views (90,421,491 to be exact) within its first 24 hours.
While the GTA 6 trailer was leaked and the official video was released earlier than anticipated, it still ended up breaking the Youtube record for the most-viewed video game trailer reveal in 24 hours. It even surpassed its own predecessor GTA 5 to claim this title.
Lastly, it is also the most liked video game trailer in Youtube history with 8.9 million likes in the first 24 hours itself.
The unprecedented speed with which the trailer went viral is a testament to the unwavering popularity of the Grand Theft Auto franchise. Following the extraordinary success of GTA 5, fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this iconic series. The trailer, with its captivating visuals, subtle details, and hidden references, has sparked endless discussions and theories, further fueling the hype for the game’s release.
This has led to further discussions and replayability of the trailer, especially because the song by Tom Petty is a perfect fit for it as well.
The impact of GTA 6’s trailer extends beyond its record-breaking achievements. It signals a new era for open-world gaming, raising the bar for immersive experiences, interactive storytelling and we can’t wait to see how everything unfolds.
GTA 6 vs Previous Grand Theft Auto Games
While you’re here, check out the comparisons of GTA 6 vs trailers from previous games.