The day many gamers have been waiting for is finally here. After a long wait, Rockstar Games unveiled the next Grand Theft Auto series title. While a leak marred the trailer’s release, GTA 6 entered the scene with a bang. Currently, it is on track to become the biggest gaming release ever.

And its popularity can be seen from the amount of love its first trailer is getting. Despite being leaked online, the trailer is on its way to becoming the most-viewed video in 24 hours. But for now, it has broken the record for the most-watched non-music video in 24 hours. And the man holding the record prior has congratulated the devs.

MrBeast congratulates GTA 6 for breaking a record held by him

The man holding the record for the most-watched non-music video in 24 hours was none other than MrBeast. The YouTuber was in a race with himself as he consistently broke this record with his uploads. But now his record has gained a worthy competitor, as GTA 6 has surpassed him by a good margin. And he has shown surprise over this occurrence.

Previously, MrBeast held this record with 46 million views in 24 hours for his video ‘7 Days Stranded at Sea’. But GTA 6 broke his record in just 8 hours! As of this writing, the first trailer for the game is sitting at 72 million views in just 16 hours! This shows the record for the most-viewed video in 24 hours is also within reach for GTA 6.

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The netizens have also shown excitement over this revelation. However, some fans are stating that the YouTuber will claim the record once again with his next upload.

Netizens are rooting for MrBeast to claim his record again

Many fans have come forward to share their views over this feat by GTA 6. The majority of them have asked MrBeast to reclaim his record.

On the other hand, some fans are suggesting he makes a video inspired by GTA 6.

However, some fans have suggested he funds GTA 7 now so that they won’t have to wait for 10 years more.

Despite their cheeky comments, fans are excited to see MrBeast get some competition. They are eagerly waiting for the next step by the YouTuber to surpass the game. What are your thoughts on GTA 6 breaking records with just a trailer? Let us know in the comments section below.

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