GTA 6 Fans Obsessed With This New Steam Hit That Feels Like a Classic Throwback

While fans eagerly await the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, a new indie game on Steam is stealing the spotlight — and GTA fans are absolutely loving it.

Titled The Precinct, this fresh top-down action game brings back the retro charm of the early GTA titles, but with a major twist: this time, you play as the cop. Set in a neon-soaked 1980s city, the game lets players chase criminals, issue parking tickets, and clean up the streets, all in a fully destructible sandbox environment.

Game Description: “Averno City, 1983. Gangs control the streets and your father’s death remains a mystery. Take justice into your own hands, unravel the truth, and engage in explosive vehicle chases in this neon-noir police action game.”

The Precinct is rapidly climbing Steam charts, with over 5,000 active players and a peak close to 10,000 concurrent users. As word spreads, those numbers are expected to grow significantly.

What’s drawing players in? It’s the nostalgic GTA-style gameplay mixed with a refreshing role reversal. Instead of causing chaos, you’re restoring order — and fans are finding that unexpectedly satisfying. From writing parking fines to chasing down gang members, the game delivers a surprisingly immersive and cathartic experience.

Early reviews praise the game’s engaging mechanics, retro vibe, and unique perspective. For fans of the Grand Theft Auto franchise looking to scratch that open-world itch before GTA VI’s release in May 2026, The Precinct is shaping up to be the perfect side mission.