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GTA 6 Easter Egg May Hint at Manhunt’s Piggsy—But Don’t Expect a Crossover

A recent batch of Grand Theft Auto 6 promo materials may be hiding a gruesome Easter egg: a nod to Manhunt’s infamous chainsaw-wielding killer, Piggsy. The discovery, made by keen-eyed fans and amplified by YouTuber GTAVIoclock, has reignited speculation about potential connections between Rockstar’s brutal stealth-horror game and the upcoming GTA installment. But while intriguing, the evidence is far from conclusive—and a true crossover remains unlikely.

Piggsy Spotted in New GTA 6 Art?

Among the latest screenshots and promotional art released in early May, one image of Cal Hampton sitting on a boat reveals what appears to be a large tattoo on his right leg. Though partially obscured by the boat hull, the tattoo seemingly depicts a pig-faced figure eerily similar to Piggsy—a standout character from Manhunt, remembered for his grotesque pig mask and relentless brutality.

This potential Easter egg has excited long-time Rockstar fans, especially those who have been waiting years for any sign that Manhunt hasn’t been completely buried in the company’s archives. After all, Manhunt will be turning 23 years old in November 2025, and the game remains one of the most violent and controversial titles ever released under the Rockstar label.

More Than a Nod, or Just Fan Service?

Still, fans should be cautious. Rockstar has a long history of embedding deep-cut Easter eggs in its games that are meant more as fan service than anything canonical. Whether it’s UFOs in San Andreas or ghost sightings in Red Dead Redemption 2, these elements often exist purely to enhance the world rather than to establish hard lore.

Even if the tattoo is meant to depict Piggsy, that alone doesn’t confirm any sort of character return. Especially considering that Manhunt was part of the now-retired GTA 3D universe, which Rockstar has since moved away from. A direct crossover would mean revisiting continuity from a universe that hasn’t been canon since the days of GTA: San Andreas and Vice City.

Who Is Cal Hampton, Anyway?

So why would Cal Hampton, a seemingly new character in GTA 6, have a tattoo of a deranged serial killer? Well, in true Rockstar fashion, it might just be part of the satire. Hampton is rumored to be a paranoid conspiracy theorist type—possibly GTA 6’s version of The Truth from San Andreas. For someone with a worldview soaked in paranoia, urban legends, and dark cultish obsessions, having a massive tattoo of a fictional murderer fits the exaggerated tone Rockstar is known for.

Final Thoughts

While fans of Manhunt may be thrilled at the idea of Piggsy making a comeback, the tattoo seen in the latest GTA 6 promo material is more likely a clever Easter egg than a hint at a full-blown crossover. That said, Rockstar’s games are never short on surprises, and even a non-canon cameo or reference would be a fun nod to the studio’s darker legacy.