'Grand Theft Auto 6' News and Updates: Upcoming Game to be Set in Tokyo? Other Location Details Revealed
With many people already clamoring for "Grand Theft Auto 6", fans and game aficionados alike have been looking forward to the upcoming game's location. This is why the game developers have already been reportedly scouting potential settings for the game.
Potential Game Location
Every game location in the "Grand Theft Auto" series has been as much of an important element as the game's characters and missions themselves. Ideally, these locations dictate the possible perils, landscape, and overall environment that the player is set to face. Due to its critical nature, fans have now been anticipating what the possible locations may be for "Grand Theft Auto 6".
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For the sixth iteration of the beloved underground crime video game franchise, Rockstar Games have been reportedly scoping out potential game locations. This process is undergone by the game developers and publishers to ensure that "Grand Theft Auto 6" will represent the locations as accurately as possible.
Taking the Game to Japan
All "Grand Theft Auto" games in the franchise have been so far based in the United States. However, for the sixth installment, Rockstar Games might be looking to branch out. The developers are said to have been spotted in the city of Tokyo, Japan.
While previous attempts to take the game outside the US have been made, none have come to fruition. The success of this Tokyo-based version would be the first for the series.
The reported research work for "Grand Theft Auto 6" in Tokyo involved taking photographs of the city. There have also been social interactions with the locals. These are both needed for general reference when incorporating all the elements in the game.
If things do not work out for Tokyo, though, there have been suggestions of taking "Grand Theft Auto 6" to the city of Chicago. This populous city, which is home to various iconic figures fitting for the "Grand Theft Auto" franchise, would be perfect as a game location.
Other Details
Despite the potential location changes in "Grand Theft Auto 6", the developers are keen on keeping their premium brand of vehicles and other elements. This goes in line with the game's objectives of acquiring the best possible gears for the players.
While these rumors confirm that the upcoming "Grand Theft Auto 6" is indeed already in the development stage, no official word yet has been stated by Rockstar Games. After releasing the targeted DLC for "Grand Theft Auto 5", it was reported that the developer has been focused on producing the next installment. The release date for "Grand Theft Auto 6" is predicted to be sometime in 2018.
