GTA 6’s side content will define its longevity. Beyond the 40-60 hour main story, side activities and minigames are what keep players in the world for months. Rockstar’s recent titles (especially RDR2) set a new standard for side content depth. Here’s what GTA 6 will likely deliver.
Returning activities (expected)
Classic GTA mainstays
- Golf
- Tennis
- Pool / billiards
- Darts
- Street racing
- Yoga / meditation
RDR2 influences
- Fishing — Florida’s coast is perfect for it
- Hunting — Everglades wildlife and gators
- Photography mode — likely Instagram-coded for modern setting
- Gambling and poker
New Vice City-specific activities
Beach culture
- Jet ski rentals and races
- Surfing
- Beach volleyball
- Sunset cruises
Vice City nightlife
- Nightclub ownership and management
- DJ booth minigame
- VIP table bookings
- Drug deals and underground party scenes
Florida-specific
- Airboat tours through the Everglades
- Alligator wrestling (likely a side mission, not a full activity)
- Spring break events
- Cuba Libre / Cuban culture mini-missions
Social media integration
The most discussed expected addition: in-game social media. Trailer 1 included references to viral videos and influencer culture. Expect:
- A TikTok/Instagram analog accessible from the phone
- Follower count as a meta-progression
- Viral video missions (filming and posting)
- Influencer side characters with quest chains
Heists as side content
GTA V’s heists were main story missions, then expanded as online content. GTA 6 may introduce repeatable side heists — smaller-scale single-player robberies you can replay. This was hinted at in some leak material.
Properties and businesses
GTA V let you buy properties that generated income. Expect GTA 6 to expand this:
- Beach houses and condos
- Strip clubs and bars
- Nightclubs (heavy Vice City emphasis)
- Smuggling operations (cocaine, given the setting)
- Car dealerships
Random encounters
RDR2 set the bar for random world events — strangers asking for help, robberies in progress, etc. GTA 6 will likely match or exceed this density, especially in the urban Vice City core.
Time investment
Expect side content to add 30-50 hours to a regular playthrough and another 40-60 hours for 100% completion. Combined with the main story, total commitment is 100-150 hours before online.
Frequently asked questions
When does GTA 6 release?
Late 2025 / early 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. PC release will follow 12-24 months later. See our GTA 6 PC release date analysis.
Will GTA 6 come to PC?
Yes, but not at launch. Rockstar’s pattern is 12-24 month console-to-PC gap. See our GTA 6 PC system requirements overview.
How much will GTA 6 cost?
Expected at $69.99-$79.99 USD for standard edition. See our GTA 6 price analysis.