Rockstar Games’ development team conducted research trips to Florida that included cooperation with law enforcement and gang members. The goal was to gather authentic material for the game’s setting and characters. According to reports, the team found the experience positive, with those involved described as welcoming and helpful during the research process.
This hands-on approach to world-building reflects Rockstar’s commitment to creating a detailed and believable representation of Florida for GTA 6. By consulting directly with people from different backgrounds within the state, the developers aimed to capture genuine aspects of local culture, dialogue, and environments that would resonate in the final game.
For players anticipating the November 2026 launch, this research methodology suggests the game will feature the kind of grounded, lived-in authenticity that has defined the GTA series.