GTA 6 Looks Nothing Like GTA 5!” Says Original Voice Actor

The internet is buzzing about Rockstar Games’ upcoming behemoth, Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6). While the recent “extended look” trailer has ignited excitement, some corners of the gaming community have dared to suggest that the game bears too strong a resemblance to its predecessor, GTA 5. One person who vehemently disagrees? None other than Ned Luke, the iconic voice and motion capture actor for Michael De Santa in GTA 5.

The OG Michael Sets the Record Straight

During a recent appearance on Party Chat and House of Highlights, Luke didn’t mince words. “This looks nothing like Grand Theft Auto 5,” he declared. When asked about those who believe GTA 6 is simply a rehash of old ideas, his response was blunt: “I think they’re out of their minds.” He even went so far as to praise the improved character models, stating that Michael’s original design “never looked that good” compared to what we’ve seen in the new trailer. You can check out Luke’s reaction to the footage below, where he also humorously acknowledges GTA 6’s enhanced “jiggle physics.”

While it’s true that GTA 6 continues Rockstar’s established formula of open-world exploration and high-octane police chases, dismissing it as a mere copycat is simply unfair. The visual upgrades alone are staggering, and the technical prowess on display is undeniable.

A Visual Masterpiece in the Making

The tech experts at Digital Foundry have already declared that GTA 6 is poised to be the most visually advanced game of all time. This isn’t just a graphical facelift; it’s a complete overhaul of the engine and design philosophy.

Bigger, Better, More Detailed

Beyond the stunning visuals, GTA 6 promises to be bigger and more robust than ever before. The map is a massive 3X larger than the sprawling world of Red Dead Redemption 2. And if that wasn’t enough, the game boasts “well over 600,000 animations,” a staggering leap from GTA 5’s 55,000 and even surpassing Red Dead Redemption 2’s impressive 300,000.

GTA 6 is slated for release on November 19th for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. With a mountain of hype building around it and expectations soaring after GTA 5 sold over 230 million copies, the pressure is undoubtedly on. However, early indicators suggest that Rockstar Games is delivering an experience worthy of the wait. According to Sensor Tower’s data, GTA 6 has already generated close to $450 million in revenue through preorders, a testament to the immense anticipation surrounding this landmark title.