according to Bloomberg, we will be able to embody a heroine

Rockstar Games, often considered one of the last bastions of irreverence with its successful GTA series, has it decided to put water in its wine? In any case, this is what suggests Jason Schreier’s latest paper who managed to obtain valuable information about GTA 6. Indeed, according to the Bloomberg journalist, for the very first time in the history of the series, it will be possible to play a female character alongside of a man, the story of the game drawing heavily on that of Bonnie and Clyde, the famous criminal lovers. Given that the studio has more than once been accused of misogyny, the presence of a heroine – of Latin American origins in the game – at the top of the poster shows Rockstar Games’ desire to change mentalities in its ranks.

Incidentally, the teams would now be careful not to mock minorities through questionable lines of dialogue, which would also concern women, who have often been ridiculed until now – Sadie Adler in Red Dead Redemption 2 does exception to the rule. Jason Schreier emphasizes that this shift initiated by the license goes hand in hand with the resolutions taken by managers in terms of working conditions. Thus, managers would ensure that the crunch is now exceptional and no longer an anchored culture within the company. Result: in development since 2014, GTA 6 should not arrive before two years, the new organization and the COVID-19 having impacted the rhythm of production.

On the story side, the game should take place in a fictional version of Miami and its surroundings, which will certainly delight fans of GTA: Vice City. The map, already larger than that of any other Rockstar Games game, would evolve over time with the regular addition of cities and missions. Yes, the basics of game as a service seem to be asked. Note that the developers had to revise their ambitions downwards for the one that is named internally “Project Americas”. Indeed, the original plan was to allow the player to explore both the northern and southern United States, but the teams decided to backtrack. Despite everything, the number of interiors in which it will be possible to enter would be higher compared to previous GTAs.

Needless to say that we are curious to see what the tone of this GTA 6 will be. On social networks, many purists are already wondering if these changes, as positive as they are, will not distort the spirit of franchise. In the meantime, Rockstar Games continues to power content for GTA Online, as evidenced by the recent “Criminal Enterprises” update.