This article contains spoilers for Red Dead Redemption 2’s story.
Some Grand Theft Auto 6 fans online are convinced that Raul Bautista is the game’s secret third protagonist. Bautista has only appeared in screenshots released during the promotional campaign for Grand Theft Auto 6, prompting fans to speculate about his role within the game’s storyline.
The prolonged delay between Grand Theft Auto 6 trailers and the eventual release has driven fans to scrutinize every piece of promotional material for clues or hints. This intense analysis can sometimes lead to theories based on minimal evidence or just sheer speculation. Nonetheless, Grand Theft Auto 6 fan theories are always entertaining, reflecting the dedication of the fan community towards the upcoming game.
Some Fans Think Raul Bautista is GTA 6’s Secret Third Protagonist
The latest theory, put forth by Redditor utshi9ha, suggests that Raul Bautista may serve as the third playable protagonist in Grand Theft Auto 6. At present, the apparent protagonists are Jason and Lucia, but Bautista’s ambiguous presence has captured the attention of many fans. Some are of the opinion that he will simply be a supporting character, while others believe that the idea of a third protagonist should not be dismissed outright. It has been pointed out that Bautista’s clothing differs significantly across various official screenshots, leading some fans to speculate that his attire could represent choices players make in-game.
A leading theory among those who support this idea predicts that either Jason or Lucia (or both) might meet their demise in Grand Theft Auto 6’s narrative, which some believe follows a ‘Bonnie and Clyde’-like theme. Should this theory hold any weight, it could pave the way for Bautista to emerge as a secondary lead during an epilogue, echoing themes found in Red Dead Redemption 2, which allowed players to take control of John Marston in the epilogue that followed Arthur Morgan’s story.
With just over nine months left until GTA 6 launches on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, anticipation continues to build. Rockstar recently asserted that GTA 6 is on track to become the largest video game launch in history, and given the 12-year wait for a new installment, this claim appears plausible.
