Over a year after the release of GTA 6 Trailer 2, an eagle-eyed fan has discovered a subtle nod to a classic character from the series' past. The easter egg, which appears as a graffiti drawing of a gecko wearing a teal-blue floral shirt, is believed to reference Tommy Vercetti, the protagonist of 2002's Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
Discovery by GameVerse
The find was first shared by GameVerse on X (formerly Twitter) on June 21, 2026. In a post, they wrote: "Call me crazy, but this is the first Tommy Vercetti Easter egg I found in GTA 6 Trailer 2." The accompanying clip shows protagonist Jason hitting an NPC, but zooming into the background reveals the gecko graffiti with a shirt design strikingly similar to Vercetti's iconic outfit.
While the video quality is grainy, the resemblance has excited fans who have been scrutinizing every frame of the trailer since its release. GTA Vice City was the last game set in the state of Leonida, the same fictional location as GTA 6. It remains unclear if Vercetti himself will appear in the new game, but Rockstar Games is known for including such nostalgic references.
Legacy of Easter Eggs in Rockstar Games
Rockstar titles are renowned for their hidden secrets. GTA 5 featured mysteries like Bigfoot and the Mount Chiliad puzzle, while Red Dead Redemption 2—a nearly eight-year-old game—still yields new discoveries. Fans expect GTA 6 to continue this tradition, offering countless secrets to uncover.
Upcoming Pre-Orders and Release Date
Pre-orders for GTA 6 are scheduled to go live on Thursday, June 25, 2026. This will reveal the pricing ahead of the game's official release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Many also anticipate the debut of a third trailer around that time.
With the release date approaching, the community's excitement continues to build, and discoveries like this easter egg only add to the anticipation.
