GTA 6 fans mark 500 days since the last trailer by joking about Pope Francis. Still no update from Rockstar — but memes are flooding the internet.


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🕹️ GTA 6 Trailer Drought Hits 500 Days — And Fans Turn to the Pope for Relief

It’s been 500 days since Rockstar Games dropped the first (and only) GTA 6 trailer, and fans are officially losing their minds — but in the most hilarious way possible.

Instead of raging, the community has turned to memes. The latest trending one? Comparing the wait for GTA 6 with… the Pope.

“We got a new Pope before we got the GTA 6 trailer.”
— one fan joked on Reddit, sparking a meme avalanche.

While the comment is obviously an exaggeration (Pope Francis has been around since 2013), it hit a nerve online because it feels like we’ve been waiting that long.

GTA 6

📆 What’s Taking Rockstar So Long?

Rockstar dropped the official GTA 6 announcement trailer on December 5, 2023, breaking the internet with its stunning visuals, Vice City setting, and introduction of characters like Lucia. Since then? Silence.

The community expected a second trailer in late 2024, but now we're in mid-2025, and there's still no update — not even a teaser.

💬 Fan Reactions Are Gold

Across Reddit, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok, fans are having a field day with jokes like:

  • “Lucia’s already served her GTA prison time before the next trailer.”

  • “GTA 6 trailer 2 confirmed to drop after GTA 7 teaser.”

  • “At this point, the Pope will retire before we get new footage.”

Despite the frustration, fans are keeping the tone light and playful — which might be the only thing keeping them sane.

🔍 Is There Any New Info About GTA 6?

While Rockstar has stayed tight-lipped, a few leaks and reports suggest:

  • The game is still in development, with a potential late 2025 or early 2026 release

  • GTA 6 could be Rockstar’s most ambitious open-world game ever, with dynamic events, dual protagonists, and AI-driven NPCs

  • Internal sources hint that marketing will ramp up in Q3 2025

But for now, fans are just stuck refreshing Rockstar’s social feeds, hoping for a miracle.

🤯 The Power of the GTA Fandom

What’s fascinating is how GTA fans manage to stay united — even after nearly a decade of waiting since GTA 5. Their blend of sarcasm, creativity, and patience is unmatched.

Other fan theories for the delay include:

  • Rockstar is avoiding leaks and overhype

  • The second trailer might coincide with a big gaming event like The Game Awards 2025

  • They’re tweaking graphics to match rising expectations

Whatever the case, fans are watching — and they’ll probably meme their way through another 100 days if they have to.

FAQ

There’s no official word from Rockstar yet, but speculation suggests late 2025 or early 2026.

It’s been over 500 days since Rockstar released the first trailer in December 2023.

It’s an internet meme — fans are expressing frustration about the long wait by joking we’ll see a new Pope before a new GTA trailer.

No, Rockstar has not announced an official release date yet.

Insiders suggest a 2025–2026 window, but nothing is confirmed by Rockstar.

They may be timing the release with a major event or perfecting the game before marketing kicks off again.

Follow Rockstar Games on Twitter/X.

GTA 6 is expected to launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and later on PC.

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