The new Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) trailer has officially confirmed the fate of Michael De Santa, one of the main protagonists from GTA 5, aligning with the canon ending of the previous game GTA 5 Accounts.
In GTA 5, players could choose between three endings: killing Trevor, killing Michael, or the "Deathwish" ending where all three protagonists survive. Rockstar Games has confirmed that the true canonical ending is the "Deathwish," meaning Michael is alive going into GTA 6.
This confirmation comes through subtle but significant clues in the GTA 6 trailer and related marketing materials. For instance, a piece of promotional content for Michael’s in-game movie project, Meltdown, appears on Rockstar’s website, listing the film as “coming soon.” This suggests that Michael’s dream of producing a movie, which was a major subplot in GTA 5, has come to fruition, reinforcing that he survived the events of the previous game.
Fans have also speculated about Michael’s presence in GTA 6 beyond just his fate. One of the most discussed Easter eggs in the trailer is the appearance of a boat strikingly similar to Michael’s iconic yacht from GTA 5. This yacht featured prominently in the “Father/Son” mission where Michael and Franklin attempt to recover it after it was stolen. In the GTA 6 trailer, a boat resembling Michael’s yacht is seen in the front yard of the new protagonist Jason’s house, suggesting a possible narrative link or at least a nod to GTA 5’s story.
While it remains unclear if Michael will physically appear as a character in GTA 6, references like the Meltdown movie and the yacht imply that his legacy continues within the game’s universe. Some fans hope for his cameo or indirect mentions through radio or posters, but Rockstar has not confirmed his direct involvement yet.
In summary, the GTA 6 trailer and associated materials confirm that Michael De Santa survived GTA 5’s events, supporting the canon "Deathwish" ending buy GTA 5 Modded Accounts. The presence of his movie project and yacht in the new game’s world serves as strong narrative ties to GTA 5, enriching the continuity and fan engagement as the series moves forward.
