7 Best GTA 6-Like Games Worth Playing on PC and Consoles

JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – Excitement for GTA 6 is still running high, but with a rumored price tag of US$79.99, many gamers are being forced to rethink their budgets. While waiting for Rockstar Games’ official release, looking for a similar game is the most rational choice right now.

Open-world games that give players total freedom have always held a special appeal for gamers in Indonesia. Fortunately, the industry offers plenty of attractive options with a similar formula without draining your wallet too much. Some titles can even be obtained for free on various platforms.

Red Dead Redemption 2 as the Best GTA 6-Like Game

If you’re looking for the closest match, there is no better choice than Red Dead Redemption 2. This Rockstar Games title shifts the modern crime formula to the American cowboy era in 1899. Its world detail is massive.

Players can explore wild forests, rob trains, and interact dynamically with every non-player character (NPC). The freedom it offers really mirrors what we will likely see in GTA 6. On Steam, the game often gets discounts of up to 70 percent.

“We wanted to create a world that is not only large, but also feels alive and carries consequences for every player action,” said Rob Nelson, Co-Studio Head at Rockstar North, in an official interview about the development of their open-world game, quoted on Wednesday (6/24).

Exploring Night City in Cyberpunk 2077

Moving into a futuristic setting, Cyberpunk 2077 delivers the atmosphere of a dense, crime-filled metropolitan city. Night City, the fictional setting at the center of the game, offers vertical adventures with skyscrapers and narrow alleys controlled by street gangs.

Its hacking system, body modifications, and futuristic vehicles add a rich variety to the gameplay. After the major 2.0 update, the game is now much more stable and comfortable to play on PC and current-generation consoles.

Sleeping Dogs: A Hong Kong-Style Action Touch

For fans of Asian action films, Sleeping Dogs Definitive Edition is the right answer. The game brings players into a recreation of Hong Kong that is both dazzling and dark. Here, you play an undercover cop who must infiltrate the Triad organization.

Its hand-to-hand combat system, powered by kung fu, is the main selling point that sets it apart from the GTA series. The price is very cheap. During Steam sales, the game is often listed for less than Rp50,000.

Hacking Freedom in Watch Dogs 2

Watch Dogs 2 takes a smarter approach to the open-world genre. Set in San Francisco, the main character’s weapon is not a long-barreled rifle, but a smartphone capable of hacking the city’s entire infrastructure.

Players can control traffic lights, manipulate citizen data, and fly drones to complete missions quietly. Interestingly, publisher Ubisoft often gives away this game for free during promotional events.

Mafia 3 and a Dark Revenge Story

If you enjoy strong and mature storytelling, Mafia 3 deserves a place on your game list. Set in 1968 in New Bordeaux, a city inspired by New Orleans, the game follows Lincoln Clay’s efforts to destroy the Italian mafia syndicate.

The late-’60s atmosphere is presented beautifully, from classic cars to authentic period music. The shooting gameplay and district takeover system feel very satisfying.

Just Cause 4 and Saints Row: Pure Chaos Picks

For players who just want to have fun without thinking about a heavy story, Just Cause 4 and Saints Row The Third Remastered are the best options. Just Cause 4 focuses on extreme action with a wingsuit and grappling hook that lets players create massive chaos.

Meanwhile, Saints Row offers absurd satirical comedy with ridiculous weapons. Both games are fully focused on entertainment. Perfect for blowing off steam.

Getting ready for GTA 6 does not have to drain your wallet early. Exploring the list of GTA 6-like games above is guaranteed to deliver a gaming experience that is no less exciting and interactive.