Rockstar Confirms: GTA 6 Now Holds the Record for the Most-Viewed Trailer in Internet History

The second official trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI has shattered records, amassing a staggering 475 million views across all platforms within just 24 hours of release, according to Rockstar Games.

While the first GTA 6 trailer already made headlines by becoming the most-viewed non-music video on YouTube in a single day — with 93 million views — the second trailer is setting new milestones. Although slightly behind its predecessor in YouTube-only views (83 million in under two days), it has officially become the most-viewed video game trailer of 2025, and it’s likely to hold that title.

Unlike the first reveal, Rockstar strategically launched the second trailer across multiple platforms, not just YouTube, contributing to the unprecedented view count. Thanks to this wider release strategy, Rockstar is now claiming the most-watched video game trailer of all time.

The massive exposure also had unexpected effects outside of gaming. The trailer’s featured song — “Hot Together” by The Pointer Sisters — saw a 182,000% increase in Spotify streams, highlighting the cultural reach of the GTA franchise.

As expected with such a high-profile release, questions have surfaced about whether the stunning visuals in the trailer truly reflect real gameplay. Some skeptics suggested that the footage might be pre-rendered or enhanced. However, Rockstar later clarified that every scene was captured entirely in-game on a PlayStation 5, showcasing both cinematic cutscenes and actual gameplay.

With this kind of buzz and record-breaking numbers, GTA 6 is already proving to be one of the most anticipated and talked-about titles in gaming history.