(Daily Point) — Rockstar Games surprised fans this week with the release of the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, a decade after the launch of its predecessor, GTA V.
The eagerly awaited trailer, which runs for a few minutes, is filled with meme references and real-life events, adding a humorous touch to the reveal.
Set in Miami, Florida, the trailer embraces the vibrant culture of the Sunshine State by incorporating various Florida memes. These memes are inspired by actual news stories featuring bizarre incidents involving Florida residents. Examples highlighted in the trailer include an alligator found inside a Walmart, a naked man tending to his garden in public, the infamous “Florida Joker” (based on tattoo model Lawrence Sullivan), and a woman twerking on the roof of a moving car.
The prevalence of “Florida man” memes is acknowledged in the article, with the suggestion to Google one’s birth date followed by “Florida man” to discover a corresponding news story. The author shares their result, recounting a tale of a Florida man charged with accidentally shooting a bear attempting to raid his trash.
Rockstar’s attention to detail is commended as the studio delves into Florida’s culture, leaving fans excited about potential future trailers that may reveal more about the game. While the first trailer has already amassed over 100 million views in just a day, fans are eagerly anticipating future trailers, hoping to catch a glimpse of actual gameplay footage in the coming year.
A notable moment mentioned is the response from Lawrence Sullivan, the “Florida Joker,” whose likeness appears in the GTA VI trailer. Sullivan, a tattoo model who gained internet fame in 2017 after his mugshot went viral, addressed Rockstar directly in a TikTok video, humorously stating, “GTA, we gotta talk.” This adds an amusing real-world twist to the interaction between the game and the individuals who unintentionally inspired its characters.
