Recently, the foreign media outlet GameFAQs compiled details on the open-world gameplay of GTA 6, covering aspects such as playable area size, character status, criminal records, and vehicle damage. This summary draws from game showcase videos, developer interviews, and hands-on impressions from various media outlets, with varying levels of source verification and certainty for each detail.
Regarding map scale, the summary relays statements developers gave to The New York Times: GTA 6's playable area is approximately three times that of Red Dead Redemption 2. The summary also cites other sources indicating the game features extensive animations, and characters can improve their health and stamina through exercise.
The summary also describes a criminal record system that logs violent acts and influences NPC reactions, as well as a functional in-game phone. The social media platform within the game can guide players to locations shown in posts, while ride-hailing apps enable fast travel, with some trips offering opportunities to converse with fellow passengers.
Regarding vehicles, the summary notes that car theft methods vary by vehicle type, with alarms and tracking devices potentially increasing risk, and vehicle damage affecting handling.
Performance information currently comes from varied reports: the summary cites one content creator stating the console version ran at 30 frames per second at the time, while 1440p resolution was mentioned in other reports. The roughly 80-hour playtime mentioned refers to Rob Nelson's personal experience completing both main and optional objectives, and should not be taken as the standard completion time for all players.