- Primary Subject: Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6)
- Key Update: New lore profiles reveal Jason Duval’s journey from a troubled teen in the Army to working for drug runner Brian Heder in Leonida Keys.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: July 2, 2026
- Quick Answer: Jason Duval is a grounded former soldier turned Leonida Keys contraband runner who teams up with Lucia for high-stakes, couple-driven heists in GTA 6.
One unique aspect of GTA 6 is that it will feature two playable protagonists, one of which is Jason Duval.
Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated to release on November 19, and with pre-orders officially live, interest in its main characters is at an all-time high. This especially rings true for Jason, who has been prominently featured alongside his partner in crime, Lucia Caminos, across GTA 6’s marketing.
Curious to learn more about our boy Jason Duval? Here’s everything there is to know!
Who Is Jason Duval?
Jason Duval is one of two playable protagonists in GTA 6. His counterpart is Lucia Caminos. Together, they are the franchise’s first co-leads, featuring a couple-driven, crime-filled narrative.
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Initially, he makes a living by selling contraband and collecting payments in Leonida Keys. However, his life takes a turn after teaming up with Lucia for a series of high-stakes heists.
Backstory & Lore
On the official Rockstar Games website, it’s revealed that Jason “grew up around grifters and crooks.” In an attempt to shake off his troubled teen years, Jason enlists and has a brief stint in the Army.
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After his time in the military, Jason found himself living in Leonida Keys “doing what he knows best, working for local drug runners.” He works under Brian Heder and lives rent-free in one of his properties—his payment is doing Brian’s dirty work.
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The website claims that for Jason, “Meeting Lucia could be the best or worst thing to ever happen to him.” He doesn’t know how it will turn out yet.
In-Game Quotes
Jason’s most famous quote is from Trailer 2, when he tells Lucia, “If anything happens, I’m right behind you.”
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In the trailer, Jason is also heard telling Lucia, “If we’re gonna do this, we’re doing it right” while sitting in a car together.
Traits
Due to his time in the Army, Jason is proficient with weapon handling and in combat scenarios. In official trailers, Jason is seen utilizing tactical positioning and different firearms, showing that he’s more than capable of holding his own in a fight.
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Because of how he was raised and his current work with Brian Heder, Jason has criminal affiliations. He is capable of getting down and dirty. However, compared to Lucia, he is more grounded. What he wants is an easy life with financial stability, unlike Lucia, who dreams of luxury.
Weapons of Choice
There are several weapons tied to Jason that have featured online, specifically in descriptions of the items included with the Ultimate Edition.
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- Giarda ES9 Pistol: Jason’s signature sidearm, featuring detailed engravings of his name.
- Hawk & Little Morgan Revolver: A powerful revolver from the Vercetti Escape featuring Vice City styling, a high-performance scope, and a palm tree design on the grips.
Favorite Vehicles
The Vintage Vice City Pack and Ultimate Edition confirmed various vehicles specifically tied to Jason’s safehouses, garages, and unlockable progression.
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- ’55 Vapid Stanier: A retro two-tone classic sedan found at the Shore Court Garage (Vintage Vice City Pack pre-order bonus).
- Vapid Ganado: Jason’s well-worn pickup truck, which features an exclusive retro lowrider mod kit (Ultimate Edition).
- Dinka Enduro: A dirt bike kept right at Jason’s safehouse (Ultimate Edition).
- ’67 Vapid Dominator Buggy: A heavy-duty “Mud Club monster” meant for off-road handling, found at the Paradise Garage (Ultimate Edition).
- ’95 Grotti Cheetah: A mid-90s sports car featuring a retro-futuristic design, unlocked during later stages of the solo-player campaign (Ultimate Edition).
- Shitzu Squalo: A pink and blue open-ocean boat docked at Washington Beach featuring an explosives weapons crate (Ultimate Edition).
- Crest Kayak: A safehouse watercraft utilized for navigating smaller Leonida waterways (Ultimate Edition).
That’s all there is to know about one of our GTA 6 protagonists, Jason Duval, so far. As and when more details become available, this guide will continue to be updated.
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