"Y'all thought it was gonna be GTA 6" - GTA fans disappointed as game doesn't receive any mention during The Game Awards 2022

By Neeraj Bansal

Published Dec 09, 2022 11:50 GMT

GTA fans left disappointed as the game wasn't mentioned during The Game Awards 2022 (Image via Sportskeeda)

Fans were expecting Rockstar to announce GTA 6 during the recent Game Awards 2022, however, they have been left disappointed once again. Rockstar’s presence at The Game Awards raised speculation among the gaming community regarding a possible announcement of the long-awaited game.

However, after getting no new mention of the upcoming title, fans started sharing memes about the whole situation. One such fan, Cinco, shared a meme on Twitter pointing out those who were expecting the GTA 6 reveal on the show:

GTA fans left disappointed after getting no reveal of the next title

After the announcement of the GTA Online Los Santos Drug Wars update, many in the gaming community expected a GTA 6 reveal at The Game Awards 2022. Some even pointed out Rockstar Games being on the Advisory Board of the show, which further raised the speculation of a possible reveal.

However, the developers didn’t reveal or mention the upcoming game during the entire award show, which left many in the gaming community disappointed. Here are some of the fan’s reactions to the whole situation:

Fans should note that Rockstar Games has attended The Game Awards every year since 2014. However, their expectations are valid since the last main title in the series was released in 2013 (GTA 5).

Although there was no such announcement, The Game Awards 2022 presented a number of various awards to different games. Here are some of the highlighted nominations and winners of this year's show:

It is safe to assume that Grand Theft Auto 6 is one of the most anticipated games of all time among fans as they wait anxiously for it. With Rockstar continuously supporting the current online game, fans can expect the next big title in the series to be released in a few years.

Rockstar hasn’t confirmed any details or release date for the upcoming game, however, they have promised in the past to show it when it is ready.

About the author

Neeraj, a Grand Theft Auto writer, has penned over a thousand articles for Sportskeeda in the last two years, amassing an impressive 5+ million views. His dedication to the craft has earned him the title of a content specialist under the Esports & Gaming division. Previously, he was a senior analyst at media software company Cision, where he worked on projects for clients like Sony PlayStation.

With a Post-Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication (PGJMC), and drawing inspiration from video game streamers like Ryukahr, Neeraj is committed to delivering top-notch content and setting a high standard for his team. He verifies information using both primary and secondary sources to ensure reader satisfaction.

Grand Theft Auto was Neeraj’s entry point into the world of video games, and he is still devoted to Rockstar Games' beloved franchise. He has played multiple generations of the series’ titles, from the 3D Universe entries to the modern HD classics. Neeraj believes that GTA Vice City is ideal for beginners looking to get familiar with the open-world genre.

Away from gaming, Neeraj finds delight in the comedic escapades of TV series like The Big Bang Theory.

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