Look, with the trailer for GTA 6 dropping on Netflix and details trickling out, committing crimes in GTA 6 is shaping up to be a lot more realistic and proper difficult compared to the previous outings.

According to overseas outlets and influencers who actually visited Rockstar North for a hands-on demo, the boys in blue in this version remember more than just your last known coordinates. They keep tabs on your appearance, your getaway motor, and whether the protagonists Jason and Lucia are rolling together. Escaping the immediate radius won't cut it anymore; changing your threads or swapping rides are absolute musts if you want to shake the heat.

NPCs will occasionally grass you up after spotting a crime scene, bringing the coppers down to the area shortly after. Even if you have already legged it from the spot, the area stays marked as a hot zone for a good while, with patrols and searches continuing long after you think the coast is clear.

Boosting motors is also getting a proper overhaul. Back in the day, a simple button prompt near a car did the trick, but now rides come with different security ratings that demand specialized gear. Some whips can be popped open with a simple slim jim, while others require a cloned key just to get the engine running.

Those pinched motors can be fenced off to dealers for a bit of cash. Mind you, some rides come fitted with GPS trackers that will bring the police straight to your doorstep, though you can use your mobile to scan vehicles beforehand and check for any hidden tracking gear.

The dosh you rake in isn't just for buying motors and hardware either; certain missions actually demand a healthy bank balance to progress. Money matters a whole lot more this time around, and aside from boosting cars, you can fund your lifestyle by sticking up shops and banks.

More details have also surfaced regarding the dual protagonist system starring Jason and Lucia. Much like the last game, you can swap between the pair freely outside of locked story sections, or ring them up and text them to join your crew. If you are both crammed into the same motor, you can even let your partner take the wheel while you focus entirely on shooting.

This partner mechanic really shines when things go pear-shaped during a crime. If one character gets into a scrap with an NPC, the other jumps in to lend a hand, and during police chases, one can act as a decoy to draw the heat. Once the dust settles, your separated partner will even drop you a text to let you know they are out of the woods.

On top of all that, the romantic dynamic between Jason and Lucia plays a massive role in the narrative. They kick off the story already an item, but how that relationship pans out is entirely down to you. Depending on how much you nurture their bond, the story beats will shift, so you will want to spend time shopping, working out, and robbing joints together to boost your affection levels alongside the main missions. Ignoring your other half for too long or doing gentlemanly things like holding open a door will actively sway how things play out.