Recommended Gear

Logitech

A budget wired headset with decent sound and a flip-to-mute mic.

Why: Cheapest acceptable headset — fine if you just need basic game audio on a tight budget.

$40-$60

Sony

Sony's pro controller with interchangeable sticks, back paddles, and adjustable triggers.

Why: Premium controller for precise driving and shooting in GTA VI.

$199

LG

27-inch 1440p 165Hz IPS gaming monitor with fast response and good color.

Why: Best value monitor for PC GTA VI — 1440p/165Hz balances clarity and smoothness.

$300-$400

Sony

Sony's mid-cycle upgrade with a larger GPU, faster ray tracing, and PSSR upscaling for higher fidelity and smoother frames.

Why: The premium console choice for GTA VI if you want the best image quality and frame rates on a console.

$699

Logitech

Best-value wired gaming mouse with a precise sensor and plenty of programmable buttons.

Why: Best budget-to-mid mouse for GTA VI — accurate aim and lots of buttons for cheap.

$50-$80

Microsoft

The budget digital-only Xbox with a smaller GPU — runs GTA VI but at lower resolution and without a disc drive.

Why: Cheapest entry point to play GTA VI on console, but expect reduced image quality.

$249

SteelSeries

Wireless multi-platform headset with clear mic, comfortable fit, and solid spatial audio for picking up in-game cues.

Why: Best all-round wireless headset for the price — great for long GTA VI sessions.

$150-$180

LG

A 48-inch OLED panel with near-instant response times, perfect blacks, and 144Hz refresh — ideal for soaking in Leonida's neon nightlife.

Why: Best overall display for GTA VI: infinite contrast makes neon signs and night driving pop, and 144Hz keeps motion smooth.

$900-$1,300

Secretlab

Premium ergonomic gaming chair with a lumbar support system and magnetic memory-foam head pillow.

Why: Best chair for marathon launch-day sessions — keeps your back supported for hours.

$549-$749

Generic

Rocking floor chairs marketed for gaming that offer zero lumbar support.

Why: Avoid: causes back pain during long GTA VI sessions; a real chair with back support is worth the extra money.

$40-$80

Generic

Ultra-low-cost 720p/1080p panels sold as 'gaming TVs' with poor contrast, slow response times, and no HDR.

Why: Avoid: blurry motion and washed-out colors ruin GTA VI's neon aesthetic; spend a little more on a real 4K panel.

$120-$180

Audeze

Premium planar magnetic wireless headset with reference-grade sound and excellent build quality.

Why: Premium pick for audiophiles who want the absolute best sound for Vice City's radio stations.

$299-$329

Generic

Cheap in-ear earbuds with an inline mic meant for phones.

Why: Avoid for GTA VI: no spatial audio, poor immersion, and tinny sound that undersells the soundtrack.

$10-$25

8BitDo

A budget wireless controller with a solid d-pad and Hall-effect sticks to avoid drift.

Why: Best budget controller — Hall-effect sticks mean no drift over thousands of hours of GTA VI.

$30-$40

IKEA

A budget-friendly office chair with a mesh back and basic lumbar support.

Why: Cheaper option that's still decent for long sessions if you can't stretch to a gaming chair.

$200-$260

Razer

Premium mechanical keyboard with per-key RGB, a dial, and dedicated macro keys.

Why: Premium keyboard for PC players who want macros and a tactile typing feel while playing GTA VI.

$170-$220

Sony

A high-end customizable controller for the PlayStation 5.

Why: Offers precise control and back-button mapping for complex gameplay.

$199

Various

A wireless headset with immersive spatial audio to hear Vice City's ambient life and radio.

Why: Audio is a huge part of GTA's atmosphere; surround sound adds immersion.

$100 - $300

Sony / Microsoft

Current-gen consoles required for the best console experience at launch.

Why: GTA VI is built for current-gen hardware; older consoles won't be supported.

$400 - $500

Various

A 27-32 inch 4K monitor with 120Hz+ refresh rate and HDR support to catch every detail of Leonida's lighting.

Why: GTA VI emphasizes lighting and reflections; HDR makes a visible difference.

$400 - $900

Various

A supportive chair for long play sessions exploring Leonida.

Why: Open-world games mean long sessions; comfort prevents fatigue.

$200 - $600