Summary
Just as it felt excitement forGrand Theft Auto 6was reaching a fever pitch, just as people were more desperate than ever for some morsel of information about the game, that word that all gamers dread struck.Delayed.
As frustrating as it might be to wait longer for a hotly anticipated title, it’s almost always for the best. Not only does it mean the game is more likely to launch in a polished and complete state, but it also gives you time to work through that ever-growing backlog or try something new. Here are the best titles to play while waiting for GTA 6.
The remaster of Oblivion has been well-received, allowing gamers to revisit some of their fondest memories and create entirely new ones. The extra wait for GTA 6 is the perfect time, and you’ll need a lot of time to dive into Oblivion.
This is the sort of open-world fantasy adventure that Bethesda is known for,with quests and secrets galore. There’s so much to do here, you might not even need another game to tide you over while you wait.
If you’re looking for something like Grand Theft Auto, but not exactly the same, you can’t go wrong with Sleeping Dogs. This crime drama set in Hong Kong ticks the city-based open-world box with a flavour you won’t find in the GTA games.
It also does a few things differently. You play as an undercover cop, rather than a career criminal, and the game sports fantastic martial arts and parkour systems to make the game feel like something special in a crowded genre.
Bully was a controversial game when it launched in 2006, but almost 20 years later, people appreciate that it was a masterpiece. If you want to scratch that Rockstar itch with something unique, Bully is the way to go.
Set in a boarding school, the game has you playing as a troubled youth looking to upend the social structure of the school by bullying the bullies. It might show its age in a few places here and there, but it holds up remarkably well and is a must-play for any Rockstar fan.
If solving crimes is more your thing than causing them, then L.A. Noire is a detective game simmering with mystery and tension. The most remarkable thing about L.A. Noire, aside from how good it is, is that it never spawned a sequel.
Aside from spawning endless memes, L.A. Noire is an engaging game that will have you holding onto your hat as you drive to your next case. It has flaws, as every game does, but it is absolutely worth the price of admission.
Some people haven’t been able to get past their first impression of Cyberpunk 2077, which is understandable. It had one of the worst launches in video game history, but don’t let that stop you. Developer CD Projekt Red hasturned it all around.
Hefty patches and an utterly fantastic expansion have transformed Cyberpunk 2077 into a must-play masterpiece. Chrome up, grab your closest chooms, and cruise through Night City to make a name for yourself. It’ll be nova.
Yakuza 0 is the perfect entry point to the series, and there’s no better time to dive in. Every game is superb in its own right, but the epic story they weave together is one for the ages. Do yourself a favour and step into the shoes of the young Kiryu.
Rather than a sprawling city, the Yakuza games typically place you in a smaller and more densely packed city district. At first that might seem restrictive, but if you give it a chance your eyes will be opened to the beauty of detail.
Watch Dogs 2 isn’t the latest entry in the series, but it is still the best. The first game, in fairness, is better than many remember. Legion, on the other hand, was an interesting experiment, but ultimately failed to deliver on the promising premise.
The second game stands above the others. It has everything you might want from a GTA game, with the addition of hacking and 3D-printed weapons. It never takes itself too seriously, and doesn’t overstay its welcome either.
Which Mafia game you decide to play is up to you, but if you’ve never touched the series before, then the Definitive Edition of the first game is the obvious choice. It’s a love letter to the crime family genre, one you have to experience for yourself.
Pinstripe suits, classic cars and family intrigue are all waiting for you. It’s perfect for scratching that GTA itch, while feeling different enough, you’ll still be more than ready for GTA6 when it rolls around.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is a masterpiece, one you should play if you haven’t. If you’ve already played it then there’s no better time for a full replay. The game is simply that good. Put on your cowboy boots and step back into the world of Arthur Morgan.
Swapping cars for horses and machine guns for revolvers, this game is often jokingly referred to as a cowboy simulator rather than GTA in the old west. The beauty is that it manages to be both, and it manages it spectacularly.
It might seem redundant to say you should play Grand Theft Auto 5 while waiting for the sequel, but think about it. Not online, not just cruising around the city causing mayhem. When was the last time you played the story of Grand Theft Auto 5?
If it was recently, move down the list to Grant Theft Auto 4, San Andreas, or Vice City. If you haven’t actually played the single-player experience throughsince first getting the game, however, then treat yourself to that experience again. You won’t regret it.
