GTA 6 Fans Dissect Screenshot And Find Vice City Easter Egg
The hype for Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) is unreal! Fans are losing it over every new scrap of info Rockstar Games drops. The latest? A screenshot released on May 6, 2025, alongside the second trailer has fans hyped up about a hidden nod to Vice City. Let’s break down what they found, why it’s a big deal, and what else is hiding in plain sight.
The Vice City Easter Egg
In one of the 70 new screenshots, Jason Duval—one of GTA 6’s protagonists—is rocking a blue shirt with palm trees. If that doesn’t scream Tommy Vercetti from Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, the setting seals it: Jason’s standing near the Ocean View Hotel, a classic Vice City landmark. X user @SynthPotato caught it first, and the internet went wild. Gamerant has the full scoop. It’s not just a cool detail—it’s Rockstar tipping their hat to longtime fans. Curious about Vice City’s history? Check out our news section for more.
Other Hidden Details
The trailer and screenshots are loaded with more goodies. Fans swear they spotted Phil Cassidy, Vice City’s one-armed gun nut, in a TV ad for a weapon shop. Could old characters make a comeback? Maybe not, since GTA universes don’t usually mix, but it’s fun to dream. Then there’s a console in Jason’s apartment that looks suspiciously like a PlayStation 5—a cheeky nod since GTA 6 hits PS5 in 2026. Ammu-Nation’s back too, and Jason’s seen fishing, hinting at new activities in Leonida. Oh, and when he mentions “fixing some leaks,” it’s hard not to laugh, given all the GTA 6 leaks we’ve endured. Kotaku and Beebom break down these spots perfectly.
Why Fans Are Obsessed
These Easter eggs aren’t random—they’re a love letter to the GTA legacy. Vice City still has a grip on players’ hearts, and seeing it echoed in GTA 6 feels personal. It’s got the community tearing apart every frame, hunting for more hints about the game. Social media’s buzzing with theories, and the excitement’s only building as we creep toward the May 26, 2026, release. Want to stay in the loop? Hit up Total Apex Gaming News for the latest.
Rockstar’s always been good at keeping us hooked, and these details prove it. From Jason’s shirt to the possible Phil Cassidy cameo, GTA 6 looks like it’s honoring the past while setting up something huge. As fans keep digging, one thing’s clear: we’re all counting the days until we can explore Leonida ourselves.
