Rockstar boss says GTA 6 doesn't just let you easily walk around with guns because GTA 5's approach doesn't work "at this resolution"

A Rockstar Games executive explained that Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature more nuanced NPC behavior and weapon-carrying mechanics compared to its predecessor, noting that the simpler systems from GTA 5 are insufficient for the visual fidelity of the new installment. The studio is prioritizing greater "behavioral sophistication" in how characters interact with the world and respond to players.

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