Exciting New Features Revealed in Leaked GTA 6 Footage: Six-Star Wanted Level, Gas Meter, Enhanced Combat, and Basketball Stat Boosts

Earlier today, some fresh gameplay footage of Grand Theft Auto 6 made its way online, allegedly due to a hacker who’s not a fan of the gaming industry’s shift from physical to digital. While Rockstar hasn’t confirmed the authenticity of this leak, the gameplay clips have been swiftly taken down at the request of copyright holders, suggesting they’re the real deal.

So, it looks like we’ve got a few minutes of GTA 6 gameplay floating around. While Rockstar and Take-Two are likely feeling the heat over this leak, we can sift through the footage to uncover new insights about the highly anticipated open-world game set to launch in November for PS5 and Xbox.

Before diving into the details, it’s important to note that we can’t determine how old this build is or which features will make it to the final release. Some or all of the information below could change or be scrapped entirely before GTA 6 hits the shelves, so keep that in mind as you read on.

In one of the leaked gameplay clips, we see Jason shooting hoops. It’s been a while since players could enjoy basketball in a GTA title, dating back to San Andreas. This mini-game might hold more significance than we initially think.

Interestingly, after Jason sinks a shot, a notification pops up indicating a boost to his “Focus” stat. This stat wasn’t present in GTA V or San Andreas, so we can only speculate on its implications. It seems that engaging in mini-games like basketball could impact your character’s stats.

After a few successful shots, Jason’s basketball bounces off a house and rolls down a boat ramp into the water, and it looks surprisingly realistic. It’s a small detail, but the sound and animation of the ball hitting the water are impressive. If the game is paying attention to these little things, I can’t wait to see what else is in store for GTA 6’s expansive world.

In another leaked clip, we see Jason driving on a highway when he collides with a delivery truck. The truck driver retaliates by ramming Jason’s car and then jumps out to confront him. During this fistfight, a stamina meter appears, suggesting that combat may be more nuanced than in previous GTA titles, where button-mashing often sufficed.

Speaking of combat, the melee system in this footage resembles the brawling mechanics from Red Dead Redemption II. Given that RDR 2’s combat was a significant improvement over what we saw in GTA V, it’s exciting to see Rockstar borrowing from its own successful formula.

After dispatching the delivery driver, Jason picks up a wrench and continues the assault, earning himself a two-star wanted level. Notably, we see four faded star icons next to the two lit ones, hinting that the classic six-star wanted level is making a return after being absent in GTA V. Could this mean that military forces might be called in if Jason and Lucia go too far?

Beneath the police stars, there are new icons that seem to relate to a revamped wanted system. These icons appear to indicate how much information law enforcement has on you after committing a crime and going on the run. In the gameplay, the police seem to be aware of Jason’s clothing, vehicle, and general location. Perhaps switching cars or changing outfits will help evade the cops on the lookout for their suspect.

One of the most intriguing moments in the leaked footage shows Jason killing someone, which hints at a potential morality system in GTA 6. After taking down the delivery driver, a small devil icon appears on the screen alongside a negative symbol, suggesting that the game may incorporate some form of morality or reputation mechanic. This would be a notable shift for a franchise that has traditionally allowed players to wreak havoc with minimal long-term consequences.

After the altercation, Jason heads back to his car, and as he approaches, several icons pop up indicating “Storage,” “Loadout,” and “Close.” These appear next to white circular icons likely representing different button prompts. It seems GTA 6 will feature more context-sensitive, dynamic button prompts, which could streamline gameplay compared to the clunky mechanics of GTA V and GTA Online, where players often had to rely on the D-pad for various actions.

Once Jason is back in his car, a pop-up displays the vehicle’s make and model, along with icons for gas and engine status. This could mean that, for the first time in the series, players will need to manage fuel while driving. It might also indicate that cars can break down without exploding, adding another layer of immersion to the game world, though it could also become a bit of a hassle.