GTA VI datamine hints at multiplayer features

Datamining of the Grand Theft Auto VI release build suggests Rockstar Games may include multiplayer features. PlayStation Game Size found three PS5 activity intents tied to the game: joinSession, launchActivity, and launchMultiplayerActivity. This indicates the studio could be building online access into console system-level menus.

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The information fails to verify whether online play will be accessible when the game launches on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar Games has not announced multiplayer plans or how the mode will function. Although an image of the retail box mentions online support, it does not use the name "GTA Online." Some rumors suggest an online mode might not launch until later in 2027.

The current listed version is 01.001.004. PlayStation Game Size reported the worldwide PS5 package is 223.088GB, though the final download size may differ. Rockstar Games asks players to reserve up to 212GB, while the physical box lists a minimum of 230GB.

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