Red Dead Redemption 2 is Rockstar's 2018 western starring Arthur Morgan. GTA 6 is a modern crime story starring Jason and Lucia, due 19 November 2026. Rockstar has not published GTA 6's map size, so size comparisons are guesses.
Key takeaways
- Era: late 1800s vs present day.
- Leads: one vs two.
- Same publisher.
- Size and features of GTA 6 are not confirmed.
Comparison
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | GTA 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Era | 1899 | Present day |
| Setting | American frontier | Leonida, Vice City |
| Release | 2018 on consoles, PC later | 19 Nov 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S |
| Leads | Arthur Morgan | Jason and Lucia |
| Publisher | Rockstar Games | Rockstar Games |
What do they share?
Both lean on detailed worlds. GTA 6 reportedly adds wildlife and underwater areas. See gameplay.
PC timing
RDR2 reached PC after its console launch, a pattern fans compare to GTA 6. See GTA 6 on PC.
Frequently asked questions
Is GTA 6 better than RDR2?
GTA 6 is unreleased.
Is GTA 6 bigger than RDR2?
Map size is unpublished.
Are they connected?
No.
When did RDR2 come out?
2018 on consoles.
Sources
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