GTA Release Timeline
Every Grand Theft Auto game in order, from 1997 to GTA 6 — spaced by the real time between each release, so you can actually see the gaps.
Grand Theft Auto, in order
From the top-down original in 1997 to the open-world juggernaut of GTA 5 and the long-awaited GTA 6, the Grand Theft Auto series has reshaped gaming for over two decades. This timeline lays every mainline release out in order and, crucially, spaces them by the actual years between launches — so the enormous 13-year wait for GTA 6 looks as big as it felt.
Frequently Asked Questions
🎮 What are the GTA games in order?
In release order: Grand Theft Auto (1997), GTA 2 (1999), GTA III (2001), GTA: Vice City (2002), GTA: San Andreas (2004), GTA IV (2008), GTA V (2013), GTA VI (2026).
📅 When did the first GTA come out?
The original Grand Theft Auto launched in 1997, kicking off one of the best-selling franchises in gaming history.
⏳ What is the longest gap between GTA games?
The gap between GTA 5 (2013) and GTA 6 (2026) is the longest in the series at 13 years — the timeline above spaces every game by the real time between releases so you can see it at a glance.
🔮 When does GTA 6 come out?
GTA 6 is scheduled for November 19, 2026. On the timeline it appears as a future node with a live countdown.