GTA VI Trailer 2 Sets New 24-Hour Viewership Records, Surpassing Deadpool vs. Wolverine

The Unprecedented Hype Surrounding GTA VI

Recent news regarding the delay of GTA VI has surprisingly not dampened the excitement surrounding the game. Originally set for release in Fall 2025, the launch has now been postponed to May 26, 2026. Yet, the overwhelming response to the second trailer suggests that fan interest remains at an all-time high.

Record-Breaking Viewership for the New Trailer

According to Rockstar Games (via The Hollywood Reporter), the newly released trailer achieved an astounding 475 million views within its first 24 hours. This feat not only sets a new benchmark for the gaming industry but also claims the title of the most-viewed trailer ever in the realm of entertainment, surpassing the previous record held by Deadpool vs. Wolverine, which garnered 365 million views.

Previous Comparisons and Context

The inaugural GTA VI trailer had a significantly lower view count of 93 million views but was exclusive to YouTube, making it the most-watched non-music video in the platform’s history, right behind a few music videos from the South Korean sensation BTS.

Notably, the impact of the trailers extends beyond mere views; the first trailer’s featured song, Love Is a Long Road by Tom Petty, climbed music charts due to the game’s exposure. Similarly, the recent trailer features Hot Together by The Pointer Sisters. This song saw a staggering 182, 000% increase in popularity on Spotify following the trailer’s launch.

Insights from Spotify’s Editorial Head

Sulinna Ong, Spotify’s global head of editorial, commented on this cultural phenomenon:

Grand Theft Auto cuts through popular culture like almost nothing else. Music has been synonymous with the series since the very beginning, so it’s great to see fans both new and established connecting with an iconic track in this way.

Technical Aspects and Future Platforms

Rockstar Games confirmed that the trailer was captured using Sony’s PlayStation 5, showcasing a combination of gameplay footage and cinematic cutscenes. This assurance about the high visual quality of the trailer is promising, particularly for those who own the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro, where enhanced visuals and framerate options may be available.

Future Release Plans for PC

While there has been no official statement regarding the PC version’s launch timeline, an industry-leading PC gaming peripherals manufacturer speculates that the PC edition of GTA VI could debut only a few months after the console release.

As the excitement builds and new developments unfold, it’s clear that the gaming community is eagerly anticipating what GTA VI will bring. The record-setting trailer and its undeniable impact on music trends have set the stage for what could be one of the most significant gaming events in recent years.

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