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UFOs have become one of the most enduring and longest-running easter eggs in Rockstar Games. From their first appearance inGTA: San Andreasto their sightings in various other titles likeBully,GTA 5,Red Dead Redemption 2, and evenGTA Online, they have kept players intrigued for over two decades.
Each appearance has created hilarious and engaging moments that continue to spark speculation and excitement among fans. WithGrand Theft Auto 6(GTA 6) on the horizon (releasing in Spring 2025), Rockstar has the opportunity to bring back their extraterrestrial Easter egg, but with a fresh twist or two that will take the experience to new heights.
The UFO Phenomenon in Rockstar Games
The UFO Easter egg started innocently inGTA: San Andreas, where players spotted a strange phenomenon in the sky. This sparked a huge discussion in the community, with players trying to figure out whether it was an actual sighting or just a rumor.
However, as the studio released other titles,it became apparent that it was not a fake rumorand that their games have easter eggs.Bully, released in 2006, gave players more sightings as there were alien remains and players could see the triangle shape in the sky. Even a homeless man was pulled into the sky with a light beam.
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But it was inGTA 5where Rockstar truly leaned into the phenomenon. Here, these extra-terrestrial things were tied directly into the game’s narrative, with players seeing spaceships during key missions, getting alien hallucinations, and finding UFO remains scattered across the map (after achieving 100% completion).
Even theRed Dead Redemptionfranchise andGTA Onlineweren’t spared as both games feature clear UFO sightings.These small but memorable moments have kept the Easter egg alive, but as time passes and game development takes longer, the novelty of these Easter eggs has started to wear off.
GTA 6Presents the Perfect Opportunity to Turn Things Around
WithGTA 6poised to be Rockstar’s most expansive and ambitious game yet, there’s a tremendous opportunity for the developer to breathe new life into the UFO Easter egg. They have the opportunity to take the easter egg to the next level.
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There are various exciting possibilities. One of the most surprising would be for players to get abducted by aliens and have to fight their way through to survive. Additionally, missions could involve teaming up with aliens to complete challenges, such as defeating other aliens or helping them collect items for their ship.
The possibilities are endless, and such missions would fit perfectlywith the grandeur of the series. Also, an unexpected shift to a fully realized space setting would be the perfect way to make the UFO Easter egg feel fresh and impactful.
In the end, it’s clear that this Easter egg has become a memorable and enduring aspect of Rockstar’s titles, and with another title on the horizon, it is time for the studio to take this longstanding tradition to new heights.
Shubham Chaurasia
Gaming Writer
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At FandomWire, Shubham has spent over a year diving into the evolving world of live-service, action, and open-world games. Whether it’s the democratic galaxy of Helldivers 2 or finishing enemies in titles like Assassin’s Creed or Ghost of Tsushima, Shubham brings a sharp eye and genuine enthusiasm to everything he writes.When he’s not writing, you’ll probably catch him clutching rounds in Valorant or leaping off virtual cliffs into a pile of enemies for the perfect finisher. Outside of gaming, Shubham recharges by hitting the gym or heading out on long, spontaneous bike rides, always chasing the next open road. No matter the game or the gear, he’s always committed to bringing readers timely, accurate, and engaging updates from across the gaming industry.
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