Rockstar Games conducted research meetings with criminals, law enforcement, and drug dealers across Florida to develop characters for GTA 6, according to TweakTown. The developer’s approach to character creation involved direct conversations with individuals from these different backgrounds to inform authentic portrayals in the game.
This research methodology reflects Rockstar’s commitment to grounding the game’s cast in real-world perspectives and experiences. The practice aligns with the studio’s known approach of extensive location scouting and cultural immersion for Grand Theft Auto titles.
For players anticipating GTA 6’s launch, this insight suggests the game’s characters will carry depth drawn from genuine interactions rather than purely fictional inventions.