GTA 6 In-Game Phone Could Mirror Real Social Media, Retailers Suggest

Rockstar Games has finally kicked off GTA 6 pre-orders, and fans can’t wait to get their hands on the game. At the same time, the fresh new details about the game have also sparked its fair share of controversies as players are unhappy about the lack of a physical disc at launch, and the decision to lock certain in-game content behind the Ultimate Edition. But amid all the debate, another interesting detail has emerged. The game’s listing from a popular Brazilian retailer suggests that GTA 6‘s in-game phone could feature a social media system that mimics the platforms we use in real life. That’s right, gamers, get ready to doomscroll in GTA 6.

GTA 6 May Raise the Bar For Social Media Integration

Now, if you take a look at the pre-order listing for GTA 6 Brazilian retailer Kabum and translate its description, you’ll notice details about the game’s sprawling open world, dual protagonists, next-generation visuals, and the vibrant state of Leonida. However, one thing that has caught everyone’s attention here is the integration of social networks. Going by the listing, players will be able to make use of their in-game phones to watch viral clips, follow influencers, and discover various events unfolding across the world in real time.

As you’d expect, Rockstar Games still hasn’t confirmed social media integration into the game, but the idea isn’t far-fetched. If you take a look at the first GTA 6 trailer, it was filled with social media clips, posts, livestreams, and all sorts of influencer content. The second trailer further doubled down on that concept, suggesting that the internet culture and viral moments will play a major role in shaping the world of Leonida.

If Rockstar is aiming to mirror modern social media, you can expect to see parodies of various platforms such as Twitter, Reddit, TikTok, and Instagram. Players might be able to endlessly doom scroll through posts, videos, and livestreams from NPCs, allowing them to see what’s happening across the state. There’s also the possibility that certain missions in GTA 6 could require you to monitor these social feeds to uncover leads, track targets, or discover dynamic world events. The possibilities are endless when it comes to social media integration.

Exactly how Rockstar Games plans to integrate social media into GTA 6 is still a mystery, and we’ll have to wait until the game’s launch draws closer to learn more. However, one thing’s quite clear: the developer wants to create one of the most immersive and believable digital worlds the gaming industry has ever seen.

Will the Base PS5 Be Able to Run GTA 6 at 60 FPS?

GTA 6 on PS5 might feature two different performance modes. | Credits: Rockstar Games

On the official PlayStation Store page, Sony says that GTA 6 “plays best” on the PS5. The listing also confirms that the game will be PS5 Pro Enhanced, which means the console will deliver sharper image quality, improved performance, and other visual enhancements for players. However, what’s still a big mystery is whether the standard PS5 or even Xbox Series S/X consoles will be capable of running the game at 60 FPS or not.

Rockstar Games still hasn’t uttered a word when it comes to the performance of these games on the base PS5 or Xbox Series consoles. However, a leak from a Polish retailer suggests that GTA 6 will hit the shelves with two modes: Performance and Quality. If we’re to go by what we’ve seen in other modern AAA titles, the Performance mode might prioritize a 60 FPS experience, and the Quality mode might aim for 30 FPS in exchange for enhanced lighting, visuals, and graphical fidelity.

Still, take these rumors with a grain of salt until Rockstar makes an official announcement. Several industry analysts, including the team at Digital Foundry, have stated that GTA 6‘s technical ambitions could make a stable 60 FPS hard to achieve on the current generation consoles.

With that said, what would you like to see with social media in GTA 6? Let us know in the comments below!