Grand Theft Auto VI is poised to redefine the open-world experience, and with it, the expectations for its online counterpart. As players eagerly anticipate a return to Vice City (our favorite in the franchise), the possibilities for GTA Online's next iteration are as vast as the neon-drenched cityscape itself. Beyond the expected improvements, here's a wish list of features that could elevate GTA VI Online to new heights.

*Grand Theft Auto VI*, (2025) | Rockstar Games

Aesthetic Immersion: Next-Gen Vice

Given the power of next-gen consoles and the promise of a visually stunning Vice City, GTA VI Online needs to leverage its aesthetic potential completely. This means more than just high-resolution textures and realistic lighting. We crave a dynamic world that reacts to player actions and environmental changes. Imagine rain slicking the streets, reflecting the vibrant neon signs, or the sun casting long shadows across Ocean Drive at dusk. Maybe even more interactable buildings or storefronts.

Furthermore, attention to detail is paramount. Clothing, vehicles, and interiors should reflect the unique style of Vice City, offering a diverse range of options that capture the era's well-lit flamboyant spirit. From opulent mansions to gritty back alleys, every corner of the map should feel alive and authentic. The ability to customize these details further, like changing the color of neon lights on your apartment or customizing the interior of your home, would add a layer of personal expression.

Property and Business Diversity: Beyond the Basics

The property and business systems in GTA Online have become a core element of the experience, offering players a sense of ownership and progression. GTA VI Online should expand on this, offering a wider variety of properties and businesses to acquire. We’re talking beachfront condos, sprawling mansions in the Everglades, or even the ability to purchase and customize iconic landmarks from the single-player campaign. Let’s think big!

Business variations should also be more diverse and engaging. Instead of simply running generic warehouses or nightclubs, players could manage themed businesses that reflect the unique culture of Vice City. Think record labels, fashion boutiques, or even the ability to run your own radio station. These businesses should offer meaningful gameplay loops and opportunities for player interaction, fostering a sense of community and competition. We can branch out and still make time to cause a little (or a lot) of trouble!

Customization and Character Expression

GTA Online's character customization has always been a point of pride, allowing players to create everything from realistic avatars to outlandish personas. GTA VI Online should take this to the next level, offering even more granular control over character appearance, clothing, and accessories. As in, granting us the ability to customize tattoos, hairstyles, and even body modifications with unprecedented detail.

Bring Back Specialty Weapons and Insane Vehicles

GTA Online has always been known for its over-the-top weaponry and vehicles, and GTA VI Online should continue this tradition. The explosive rounds, scramjets, and other outlandish vehicles add a layer of chaotic fun that's integral to the game's identity.

However, GTA VI Online should also introduce new and even more creative weapons and vehicles. Because, in all honesty, if we have the ability to pilot a UFO, equipped with tractor beams and alien weaponry, or a customizable hovercraft that can traverse both land and water—we might legitimately never unplug. The possibilities are endless, and they always offer a fun break from the realism that other aspects of the game provide.

Though, we’re just excited that GTA VI is finally coming, so we’ll take whatever we can get!