Rockstar Is Finally Ditching ‘Tap X To Sprint’ In GTA 6, But Not Everyone Is Happy: ‘I’m Honestly A Little Disappointed’

Rockstar is removing the signature 'tap X to sprint' control scheme from Grand Theft Auto 6, replacing it with a hold-to-run system similar to other modern open-world games. The change has split the fanbase, with some players welcoming the reduced button-mashing strain while longtime fans mourn the loss of a mechanic they've associated with the series for over two decades.

• GTA 6 will use a hold-to-sprint control scheme instead of the traditional rapid button-tapping method
• The 'tap X to sprint' mechanic has been a series staple since GTA 3 in 2001
• Some players are expressing disappointment at losing a mechanic they consider part of GTA's identity
• The change aligns GTA 6 with contemporary open-world games that use hold-to-run systems

Based on reporting by Kotaku