A former Rockstar Games designer has provided intriguing insights into the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, sharing his thoughts on how fans might react upon its release next year.
GTA 6 Ex-Dev Says Rockstar Games Will Blow People Away
Rockstar Games “Raises The Bar Again” with GTA 6
In an exclusive interview with the YouTube channel GTAVIoclock, Ben Hinchliffe, a former Rockstar Games developer, offered a sneak peek into what fans can expect from the eagerly awaited GTA 6. Before departing from Rockstar, Hinchliffe contributed to several iconic titles, including GTA 6, GTA 5, Red Dead Redemption 2, and L.A. Noire.During the interview, Hinchliffe expressed his enthusiasm for GTA 6, stating that he had access to a wealth of new content and story elements. He praised the evolution of the game, saying, "I think seeing where it was when I left and playing that final version and how much, if anything, has changed. How much things have changed," reflecting his confidence in the game's development.
Last year, Rockstar Games unveiled the official trailer for GTA 6, introducing new protagonists and setting the stage in Vice City, hinting at a thrilling crime-filled narrative. Scheduled for release in the Fall of 2025 exclusively on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, details about the game have been scarce. However, Hinchliffe emphasized that GTA 6 not only raises the bar but marks a significant evolution for Rockstar Games.
"You only have to look at how every game Rockstar has done has evolved in some way," he noted. "You could argue that every element of the game moves forward in terms of feeling more realistic and people acting and behaving more realistically as every game is iterated through each cycle. I think [Rockstar Games] has raised the bar again just like they always do."
Hinchliffe's insights suggest that, since his departure from the company three years ago, GTA 6 has likely undergone extensive fine-tuning and performance benchmarking to ensure optimal gameplay. He believes that Rockstar is currently focusing on resolving any bugs and issues that may arise during the game's development cycle.
Regarding fan reactions upon GTA 6's release, Hinchliffe confidently predicted that the game's realism would astonish players. "It will blow people away. It will sell an absolute ton as it always does," he stated. He further expressed his excitement, saying, "People have been talking about it for ages after GTA 5 and I’m really excited for people to get their hands on it and play it."
