Grand Theft Auto VI is shaping up to be the most ambitious open-world game ever made. Through two trailers, credible leaks, and official Rockstar communications, we now have a detailed picture of what gameplay will look like. Here's every confirmed mechanic.
Dual Protagonists
GTA VI features two playable characters — Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos — with real-time switching similar to GTA V's three-character system, but more refined:
Switch between Jason and Lucia at almost any time during free roamDuring heists, both characters operate simultaneously with coordinated rolesEach character has unique dialogue, interactions, and some exclusive missionsA relationship dynamic affects story outcomesWorld & Interiors
700+ Enterable Buildings
The single most impressive confirmed feature. GTA VI will have over 700 fully accessible interiors, including:
Motels, hotels, and resortsRestaurants and fast food chainsNightclubs and barsPawn shops and gun storesShopping malls and supermarketsAuto repair shopsLaundromatsBanks (also robbery targets)Map Size
Estimated at ~125 km² — nearly twice the size of GTA V's map. The state of Leonida includes:
Vice City (Miami) — urban coreLeonida Keys (Florida Keys) — tropical islandsGrassrivers (Everglades) — swamps and wetlandsPort Gellhorn — declining port townAmbrosia — industrial area, motorcycle gang territoryMount Kalaga National Park — wilderness areaCombat & Weapons
Limited Weapon Carry System
A major departure from previous GTAs:
Carry only 2 long guns + 2 pistols at a timeAdditional weapons stored in your vehicle trunkInspired by Red Dead Redemption 2's realistic approachForces strategic weapon selection before missionsNo Dual-Wielding
Only one weapon can be held at a time — no akimbo pistols.
Revamped Weapon Wheel
The weapon wheel now includes:
Binoculars / telescopeBody armorFlashlightFood and drinksBags (for heist loot)Trauma kitVehicle Mechanics
Realistic Driving
Heavier, more realistic vehicle handlingEnhanced damage model — cars deform realisticallyVehicle customization: liveries, body kits, engines, brakes, lights, suspension, transmission, wheels, windows, turboPossibly mountable weapons/explosives on certain vehiclesExpanded Vehicle Types
Pickup trucks can carry passengers in the bedJet skis and airboats for Everglades explorationNews helicopters and military vehiclesCharacter Progression
Physical Fitness (San Andreas Returns)
Working out in gyms changes your character's body typeAffects stats like stamina, strength, and healthVisible physical changes over timeStealth
Crouching/sneaking confirmedProne position (lying down) was removed from the final buildStealth approaches available for many missionsActivities
GTA VI includes an enormous variety of activities:
Pool/Billiards — playable in barsBoxing — at gymsTennis — at clubs and resortsMini-golf — multiple coursesBasketball — street courtsGym workouts — affects character physiqueRacing — street races, boat races, off-roadHunting — in rural LeonidaFishing — with speargun optionOff-roading — in the Grassrivers/Mount Kalaga areasTechnology
Smartphone Hacking
Shown in Trailer 2 — Jason uses his phone to:
Hack security systems and camerasBypass electronic locksAccess restricted areasThis appears to be a core stealth/approach mechanicSocial Media Integration
In-game social media system where characters interact, share posts, and react to events.
What We're Still Waiting For
Detailed character progression treesFull mission structureGTA Online 2 detailsPC-specific featuresPost-launch content roadmapStay tuned to GTA6 Codex for updates as Rockstar reveals more in the coming months.