Grand Theft Auto VI is shaping up to have the most complex weapon system in the series. Rockstar Games has confirmed more than 30 individual weapons spread across 9 categories. The game ditches the infinite pocket arsenal of GTA 5 for a strict carry limit and a redesigned weapon wheel.
The GTA 6 Inventory Overhaul That Caps Your Loadout And Changes Combat
GTA 6 borrows its inventory logic from Red Dead Redemption 2 and forces tactical loadout choices before every mission. Rockstar Games has confirmed multiple major mechanical changes:
Carry limit -> Maximum 2 rifles and 2 handguns on your person, no more infinite pocket arsenal from GTA 5.
Vehicle trunk storage -> Spare weapons live in your trunk, with Jason and Lucia shown pulling guns straight from the back of the car in trailer footage.
Weapons Locker garage -> The Vercetti Estate(Ultimate Edition) garage comes with a dedicated locker for customizing your loadout before each ride.
Redesigned 3-tier weapon wheel -> Switch between Weapons, Equipment, and Gear via the R1/RB button, directly inspired by Red Dead Redemption 2.
Shared inventory for Jason and Lucia -> Certain items and weapons get tagged as « Shared » and are accessible across both protagonists.
Duffel Bag slot -> Dedicated slot for hauling robbery loot, possibly extra weapons too.
Drop and pickup mechanics -> You can drop unwanted weapons mid-mission, with dedicated animations for picking them back up.
Hand switching -> Fire left-handed or right-handed to wrap around cover without exposing yourself.
Swimming combat -> Weapons now work underwater, something GTA 5 never allowed.
Drive-by overhaul -> Stand in pickup beds or lean out of windows for proper drive-bys with assault rifles.
Under-fire animations -> Block animations that vary depending on the weapon you’re carrying during a shootout.
Dynamic NPC reactions -> Auto-holster kicks in around bystanders, who panic when a weapon comes out in public.
Deep customization -> Magazines, optics, tints, liveries, and special rounds like Heavy Ammo, Spear Ammo, and Rockets.
Weapon acquisition -> Ammu-Nation shops, free pickups across the map, and unlocks through story missions.
First-person aiming -> Full first-person mode with bespoke reload and shooting animations, building on GTA 5‘s enhanced edition.
No dual wielding -> Unlike Red Dead Redemption 2, you carry 1 weapon at a time in your hands.
The 7 Handguns For Mobility And Stealth Missions
Handguns draw fast and conceal easily, here are the confirmed models:
Girardi ES9(Beretta 92FS) -> Extended magazine, suppressor, flashlight, and custom tints. The Jason variant ships exclusively with the Ultimate Edition pre-order.
Heavy Pistol(M1911 platform) -> Barrel upgrades, custom grips, and skins.
Klose K17(Glock series) -> Suppressor, extended magazine, and optic mount. Full-auto fire mode available. Lucia variant ships with the Ultimate Edition.
Hawk and Little Morgan Revolver(classic revolver) -> Ultimate Edition exclusive bonus reward with palm tree engravings.
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