As a dedicated GTA fan, here are five features I’m hoping Rockstar will bring to GTA 6. The game is reportedly on track for a 2026 release, and so far, leaks have given us a glimpse of what to expect. We know the game’s protagonists will be Jason and Lucia, introducing the first female lead in a GTA title. Set in Leonida, Rockstar’s fictional version of Florida, there’s still a lot that remains unknown—but that doesn’t mean we can’t dream of some amazing additions. Here’s my personal wishlist for GTA 6:
Shorter Loading Times
The notorious GTA loading screens, while visually interesting, can be painfully slow. With the capabilities of today’s consoles and their SSDs, I’m hoping GTA 6 will load much faster. In past games like Red Dead Redemption 2 and GTA 5 on the PlayStation 4, loading could take minutes. Faster load times would make the game feel smoother and give us more time for actual gameplay rather than staring at a loading screen.
Smarter, Tougher Police Encounters
Evading the police in previous GTA games has often been too easy. An upgraded AI for law enforcement could make escapes more thrilling and challenging. Imagine being chased into hiding spots, needing to change your appearance to avoid warrants, or navigating intricate police maneuvers. This would add tension to the gameplay, making each chase or run-in with the cops more intense.
More to Discover in the Oceans
Since GTA 6 is reportedly set in Vice City and the surrounding Leonida region, we can expect a lot of water. GTA 5 included some underwater exploration, but I’d love to see GTA 6 expand on this with islands to explore, hidden mysteries, and treasures to uncover, making ocean exploration more rewarding.
Higher Environmental Destructibility
GTA games give us an impressive array of weapons, yet the environment often feels indestructible. I hope GTA 6 makes the world more destructible, letting us impact surroundings in meaningful ways. Imagine taking down enemies by collapsing a structure, adding realism and new tactical options to missions.
More Mission Variety and Player Choices
Although GTA 5 offered some freedom, missions generally followed a fixed path. In GTA 6, I hope for more flexibility, allowing players to choose different routes, vehicles, and even mission outcomes. This would make each playthrough unique, ensuring that no two players experience the game the same way.
Let’s see what Rockstar ultimately delivers. For now, we can only keep our fingers crossed.
