Rockstar Games is implementing a new constraint on vehicle theft in GTA 6. According to Engadget, players won’t be able to hot-wire every car in the game—the mechanic will only work on designated vehicles. This marks a shift from previous Grand Theft Auto titles, where hot-wiring was typically available as a universal theft option.
The restriction suggests Rockstar is refining how players interact with the open world, potentially pushing certain mission designs or encouraging alternative gameplay approaches. Some vehicles will require different methods to steal or operate.
This matters for players anticipating launch because it indicates Rockstar is deliberately shaping how freedom and exploration work in its newest open world, making vehicle acquisition more strategic than the series has traditionally offered.