5 modern-gaming trends that GTA 6 might follow

While the GTA 6 release window has been set for 2025, there are various additions fans are curious about. One of those topics is which iconic or infamous modern-gaming trends will the upcoming title follow. In the last couple of years, there have been numerous features that video game developers have incorporated into their projects. While some took off, others received a lot of scorn from the community.

This article will further elaborate on the topic and discuss five modern trends that GTA 6 might follow as well.

Note: The article is subjective and based on the writer's opinion. These entries are arranged in no particular order.

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Microtransactions, first-person option, and three other modern-day gaming trends GTA 6 might follow

1) An Intricate Photo Mode would be welcomed by fans

The game should have a powerful and dedicated photo mode (Image via Rockstar Games)

Photo modes have come a long way in the last couple of years. While the initial versions only let players take screenshots of the game, the improved versions are much more powerful and detailed. Naturally, Rockstar Games might let players experience this improvement in GTA 6.

An improved Photo Mode could allow players to break the current threshold and tweak various settings to take better pictures of in-game scenes and obtain high-quality and photorealistic results. This will also help players utilize and appreciate all the work Rockstar has put into the graphics of the game.

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2) Microtransactions might crawl into the game

There is a high possibility that the game might have microtransactions (Image via Rockstar Games)

Microtransactions have crept into video games and are present in almost every modern-day title. While they are more prominent in multiplayer games, numerous single-player titles have this feature that allows players to obtain cosmetics or powerful weapons without working hard for them.

Since GTA 5 Online already has this feature, it won't be too surprising if the developer adds it to GTA 6 as well. Most fans believe GTA 6 Online will have microtransactions and the GTA+ subscription option similar to the present game.

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3) First-Person POV will bring a new perspective to the game

The game could allow players to complete the game in first-person POV (Image via Rockstar Games)

Having a functional first-person perspective in video games is a recent trend where most games now allow players to switch between POVs. Not only does it provide more choices but further increases the immersion by differing adjustable POV.

GTA 6 will benefit from this and Rockstar Games will definitely want to capitalize on this trend. Having the option to enjoy the game in first-person mode entirely will be a welcoming surprise for the community and a game changer for the franchise.

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4) The game might support Cloud Gaming

Cloud Gaming has become very popular and the upcoming GTA title might support it as well (Image via Rockstar Games)

Cloud Gaming has become incredibly popular nowadays allowing players to access and enjoy high-quality games regardless of their system specs. Rockstar Games might incorporate it in GTA 6 and let the community enjoy the game differently.

This will boost the game's sales further, letting more people access it despite having low-end PCs. Over the years, cloud gaming has improved vastly, letting players enjoy their favorite games without facing lags or input delays. If GTA 6 supports this method, it will help both the game and the service grow further.

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5) The game might offer an in-depth and complete FSR/DLSS support

DLSS/FSR settings will let players will low-end systems enjoy the game as well (Image via Rockstar Games)

Both Nvidia's DLSS and AMD's FSR have become a crucial part of modern-day gaming. They help the game run smoothly on low-end systems by artificially generating frame rates and smoothening out the rough edges during output. Most modern titles support these settings and Rockstar Games might implement it in GTA 6 once it rolls out for PC in the future.

Having these settings allows players with low-end systems to enjoy their favorite video games, albeit with lowered settings most of the time. Since Grand Theft Auto 6 is a highly anticipated title, everyone wants to enjoy it as soon as it rolls out and DLSS/FSR will let most players do it. It is one of the modern gaming trends that Rockstar could follow.