Grand Theft Auto VI could be the most expensive game ever made with realistic police coordination, social media and advanced civilian AI
Claire Reid
Grand Theft Auto VI is tipped to be one of the most expensive games ever made, with some advanced new features, including in-game social media and AI-powered NPCs.
It’s hard to think of a game that has generated as much hype as GTA VI.
And it’s easy to see why, with fans waiting over a decade for the new installment.
Thankfully, it seems as though it’ll be worth the wait with Rockstar packing the game with slick new features that should seriously enhance gameplay.
Grand Theft Auto VI is set to bring some very smart new features
It’s been 13 years since Grand Theft Auto V was released, and fans are more than ready for the latest installment.
As ever, Rockstar has remained tight-lipped about what to expect from the upcoming game, but that hasn’t stopped fans from enlisting the help of drones to try and get a glimpse into its offices.
However, what we do know is that the game will return to Vice City and that it will, for the first time, have a dual protagonist storyline featuring Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos.
The sneak peek trailer also revealed that GTA VI will feature in-game social media, which sort of resembles TikTok and Instagram.
Over on Reddit, fans discussed the in-game social media and what they think it could mean for gameplay.
“Rockstar always brings a new game-changing mechanic with their games,” one commented.
“GTA V had switchable characters. And with how much this social media stuff was shown in the trailer its safe to say that this is going to be their big thing for GTA VI.”
“Imagine watching a live party and going to that specific location,” someone else wrote.
While a third said it would be a ‘next level’ inclusion.
And that’s not the only smart new feature; Rockstar is also set to use AI to give NPCs ‘adaptive memory’, which means the civilians in the game will ‘learn’ as it goes along and will be able to remember your face.
“Imagine running out of the casino after the heist and you’ve got other players and NCP filming you,” someone else wrote.
We can also expect more from the police and NPCs this time around
In a bid to make Grand Theft Auto VI more realistic than ever, the game will feature persistent in-world damage, so if you destroy a building, you can expect it to stay that way for a few days until it’s repaired.
Alongside that, the characters will have dynamic physical changes, allowing you to see how your habits, like going to the gym or eating junk food, impact your character’s body in real-time.
You can also expect a harder time from the police, with reports suggesting that police won’t simply spawn when a crime is being committed; instead, they will use real-world tactics to trap you, while also using riot shields and K9 units.
As you can imagine, with more information slowly being released, fans are getting pretty excited.
“Honestly think it’s going to be miles ahead of any game,” one said. “Can’t wait to see it.”
But, there is still a bit of a wait ahead, with GTA VI scheduled to be released for the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on November 19, 2026.
Timeline of Grand Theft Auto
1997: The original Grand Theft Auto is released, introducing the open-world crime concept
2001: Grand Theft Auto III launches, revolutionizing gaming with a fully 3D open world
2002: Grand Theft Auto: Vice City releases, bringing a vibrant ’80s setting and iconic soundtrack
2004: Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas expands gameplay with RPG elements and a massive map
2008: Grand Theft Auto IV debuts with realistic physics and a darker, story-driven tone
2013: Grand Theft Auto V launches, featuring three playable protagonists and a huge open world
2015: GTA Online becomes a major standalone success with continuous updates
2022: Rockstar confirms development of the next GTA installment
2026: Grand Theft Auto VI is set to launch, returning to Vice City with a modern setting
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