GTA VI Trailer Money Suggests a Shared Universe with Red Dead Redemption

The stunning trailer for GTA VI has given gamers a closer glimpse into the visual approach Rockstar Games aims to deliver. With its incredible detail, fans have been quick to dissect every frame, unearthing new information that might not have been intended for early discovery by the developers and publishers. This deep dive has sparked a theory that has long lingered in the community: GTA and Red Dead Redemption exist within the same universe.

The speculation gained momentum after the second trailer for GTA VI, which has already racked up hundreds of millions of views across multiple platforms. In one scene set in a dance club, sharp-eyed viewers spotted something intriguing about the design of the in-game currency.

Much like modern-day dollar bills, the money featured a portrait of historically significant figures. And in this case, that figure is none other than the president from Red Dead Redemption 2. The president in question is Thaddeus Waxman, known for spearheading industrialisation during the fictional timeline.

Waxman’s character is heavily inspired by the real-life president Theodore Roosevelt, known for his progressive policies and transformative impact on America during his tenure. The connection has fueled discussions, suggesting that the two game worlds are indeed intertwined.

The wildest theory to emerge from this discovery is that Jason Duval, the male protagonist of GTA VI, is a direct descendant of Arthur Morgan, the iconic main character of RDR2. If true, this would solidify not just a shared universe but a deep-rooted lineage between the two franchises, bridging the gap between the wild west and the neon-drenched streets of modern-day crime.

Rockstar Games has not officially commented on the rumoured connection between the two franchises. However, with the mounting evidence and the community’s growing excitement, it seems harder than ever to deny that GTA VI and Red Dead Redemption may be more closely linked than anyone ever imagined.

GTA VI is scheduled for release on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.