There’s been some interesting leaks regarding the upcoming Grand Theft Auto title (Image via GTA RP Servers)
Gamers frequently discuss content they hope to see in GTA 6, and rumors often talk about features that are expected to be in the game. However, conversations regarding what won’t be included in the upcoming Grand Theft Auto game are rare.
This question is the sole focus of this article. It explores five things that GTA 6 is unlikely to include when it is released. Players should note that everything they know about GTA 6 is completely speculative, and neither the rumors nor the leaks can be verified.
This is why they should note that this article’s content is also speculative, and some of the ideas presented here may turn out to be false.
What will GTA 6 not have that its predecessors did?
5) 3D Universe characters
It has been made clear countless times that the 3D Universe and HD Universe are not the same, and they never were. However, fans still prefer to believe that Tommy, CJ, or Claude could return for the next Grand Theft Auto title.
Some leaks have even gone on to state that certain characters seen in GTA Vice City will return to GTA 6. That said, this is very improbable, and it’s more likely that certain trolls are trying to boost the hype for their fake leaks by exploiting nostalgia.
Two DLCs, GTA Mission Pack #1 (London 1969) and #2 (London 1961), were released for the first Grand Theft Auto game. Rockstar wouldn’t attempt to release single-player expansion packs again until GTA 4. Two of its DLCs, The Lost and Damned and The Ballad of Gay Tony, both featured marginally different gameplay with a particular theme.
GTA 5, on the other hand, never received a single-player expansion pack. Meanwhile, its online counterpart has consistently been updated over the years, and this week saw the launch of The Criminal Enterprises. Rockstar probably won’t try any more single-player DLCs in its upcoming title, either.
They are instead more likely to follow up the story mode with expansions for the multiplayer mode of the next game.
Many fans want the next GTA title to take place in Vice City in the 1980s, but reliable leakers like Tom Henderson believe this will not happen. He claims that it will be set in the present day, despite the fact that the map will most likely be Vice City.
Rockstar Games has set a number of games in past eras like the 60s, 80s, and 90s. However, all of these games are considered standalone titles. The mainline games, like GTA 3, 4, and 5, were all set in the years that they first launched.
2) Liberty City
Contrary to numerous rumors, it is extremely unlikely that Rockstar will return to Liberty City in the next installment. There are several factors that support this notion, the most prominent of which is the city’s prior appearance in the HD Universe. Another less well-known factor at play is that players aren’t permitted to have any flyable airplanes in any Rockstar game that includes Liberty City.
Since Grand Theft Auto 3 was nearing completion at the time of the 9/11 incident, Rockstar had to change a lot of its content to avoid controversy. To avoid representing the NYPD, the police cars’ paint jobs had to be altered, and the Dodo, the only flyable aircraft, had its wings clipped to render it incapable of flight.
The absence of flyable aircraft in a future Grand Theft Auto game is extremely unlikely, which makes Liberty City serving as the title’s setting very improbable as well.
While the gameplay is undoubtedly a key component of a Grand Theft Auto game, the writing is what really sets the series apart. Rockstar spared no effort in creating a compelling and fearless satire of modern culture with the franchise. They satirized everything and everyone, mostly through exaggerated stereotypes and dark comedy.
However, a recent report by Jason Schreier claims that Rockstar will adopt a “kinder, gentler” strategy, taking care not to offend anyone too much. Since then, fans have expressed concern that the company may completely abandon the comic element. After all, the classic definition of comedy is that it ridicules the laughable.
This also foreshadows a rather bleak future for gaming in which developers are too afraid to question or criticize specific aspects of society.
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
Cookie
Duration
Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional
11 months
The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy
11 months
The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.