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GTA 6 Leak Number 9 Shows NPC Recreating Viral 2021 Prank

A newly leaked GTA 6 clip shows an NPC performing a recreation of a viral prank from 2021, according to Kotaku. The footage demonstrates Rockstar’s attention to contemporary cultural moments and internet trends, incorporating recognizable real-world references into the game world.

This type of detail reflects the developer’s ongoing effort to make Vice City feel alive and relevant to players. By weaving recent viral moments into NPC behavior and dialogue, Rockstar creates opportunities for players to encounter references that resonate with current culture rather than feeling dated.

For players counting down to launch, this leak underscores how GTA 6 aims to capture a specific moment in time through its world design and character interactions.

Related: Vice City

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