10 Unanswered Questions About GTA 6 That Netflix’s Sneak Peek Might Address

Later this month, we’re gearing up for an exciting extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6, which is poised to be one of the most monumental video game launches ever. This reveal, likely featuring a narrated gameplay trailer, will debut exclusively on Netflix before hitting YouTube and other streaming platforms. While we’ve gathered a fair amount of information about GTA 6, there are still numerous questions that this upcoming video could clarify.

Here are 10 things I’m eager to learn more about during the big GTA 6 Netflix event on August 27. Just to be clear, I have no insider knowledge on whether these questions will be addressed in the footage from Rockstar Games. I’m simply a hopeful fan, just like you, craving more details.

Every trailer and screenshot of Grand Theft Auto 6 has looked absolutely stunning, leading some to wonder how it will perform on current-gen consoles. As of now, we don’t have definitive answers. The trailers appear to run at 30FPS, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the game will be limited to that framerate. It’s possible that on PS5 Pro, GTA 6 could offer a 40 FPS or even a 60FPS mode.

Rockstar’s previous titles, including GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, featured optional first-person modes. While I don’t typically prefer this perspective for Grand Theft Auto games, I’ve enjoyed diving into first-person gameplay in GTA Online and RDR 2 from time to time. I hope this feature makes a return in GTA 6, though so far, we’ve only seen the game from a third-person perspective.

We still don’t have official confirmation on whether players will be able to switch between protagonists Jason and Lucia in GTA 6. Some leaked development footage suggests that character swapping might be an option, similar to GTA 5, but we’re still in the dark about how this will function in the final game. Will players be able to switch freely? Will there be distance limitations? Will story progression play a role? These are all questions that a gameplay reveal could potentially answer.

Previous GTA titles, such as GTA San Andreas, GTA V, and GTA Online, have included character stats that players can upgrade over time, enhancing abilities like strength, stamina, and shooting accuracy. I’d love to see GTA 6 reintroduce these RPG-like mechanics, as they add depth and a sense of progression to the characters as you navigate the story.

Currently, it’s unclear if GTA 6 will feature radio stations. However, a recent screenshot of Jason shows him wearing a V-Rock t-shirt, a nod to a radio station from Vice City and Vice City Stories, hinting at its possible return. Additionally, leaked gameplay footage has shown placeholder radio stations from GTA V, suggesting that a similar radio system might be making a comeback in GTA 6. I’m firmly against the idea that some have proposed about ditching radio stations in favor of linking Spotify accounts; that would undermine the unique atmosphere Rockstar crafts in each game. I’m hopeful we’ll catch a glimpse of GTA 6’s radio stations during the August 27 reveal.

In the Grand Theft Auto series, players have always had the ability to carry multiple weapons. In modern titles like GTA Online, you can hold nearly every weapon available. While this has been a staple of the franchise, I wonder if Rockstar will take a more grounded approach in GTA 6 regarding weapon mechanics. The recent pre-order bonuses mention vehicles with weapon lockers, suggesting that players might need to store extra guns in their cars, similar to how firearms function in Red Dead Redemption 2.

We’ve seen numerous screenshots and trailers showcasing GTA 6’s version of Vice City, and it looks expansive. But just how vast is it? Fans have been piecing together the Vice City map over the years using official materials and leaked gameplay, yet we still lack a clear understanding of the scale of GTA 6. I’m hoping the upcoming Extended Look will provide a better sense of the game’s size and what it feels like to explore its world.

Over the years, Rockstar has experimented with various wanted systems. GTA 5 featured the most intricate system to date, which worked well but sometimes felt a bit too much like a game mechanic. I’m sure Rockstar has refined the wanted system for GTA 6, and I expect we’ll see some of those improvements in the Extended Look. After all, evading the cops is a core part of the GTA experience.

While past GTA games have included some fast-travel options, like taxis in earlier titles and fast travel in GTA Online, the series has generally avoided implementing a modern fast-travel mechanic seen in many other games. Given the potential size of GTA 6, it’s possible Rockstar might introduce this feature, but I can imagine it could spark plenty of debates among players.

One of the biggest questions surrounding GTA 6 is how the additional content exclusive to the $100 edition will function. For instance, this premium edition includes exclusive stores. Will players who opt for the standard version still see these stores, albeit closed? Or will they be entirely absent from the game? We don’t have answers yet, and many are eager for clarification on this topic, though I’m not sure Rockstar will delve into the specifics of pre-order differences during the big Netflix reveal.