GTA 6’s weapon arsenal is shaping up to be the most diverse in the series. Trailer 1 showed handguns, assault rifles, and shotguns in use. Leaked development footage expanded the list significantly. Here’s everything confirmed, leaked, or strongly expected for the GTA 6 weapon roster.
Confirmed weapons (from Trailer 1)
- Pistols — multiple variants shown including a modern Glock-style sidearm
- Assault rifles — AR-15 / M4 analog in combat shots
- Pump shotgun — close-quarters Florida home defense staple
- Sniper rifle — long scope visible in heist sequence
Expected weapon categories
Handguns
- Pistols (Glock 17, M1911, SIG analogs)
- Revolvers (likely a vintage Vice City-themed one)
- Machine pistols / SMG handguns
Rifles
- Assault rifles (AR-15, AK-47 analogs)
- Battle rifles
- Carbines
- Bullpup designs (newer addition)
Shotguns
- Pump-action
- Semi-auto tactical
- Sawed-off
- Combat shotgun
SMGs
- Compact 9mm (MP5 analog)
- Tec-9 / Mac-10 style
- Modern PDW designs
Heavy weapons
- RPG
- Grenade launcher
- Minigun
- Possibly drone-based weapons (modern setting)
Throwables
- Grenades, Molotov cocktails, pipe bombs
- Sticky bombs
- Flashbangs
Melee
- Baseball bat, crowbar, hatchet
- Knife / machete
- Brass knuckles
- Florida-themed weapons (e.g., golf club from a country club setting)
Weapon customization
GTA V’s Ammu-Nation included extensive weapon customization. Expect this to return and expand:
- Suppressors and muzzle devices
- Optics (red dot, ACOG, scopes)
- Grips, stocks, magazines
- Paint jobs and skins
- Tactical lights and lasers (new)
Weapon physics and impact
RAGE engine upgrades will deliver more realistic recoil, muzzle flash, and impact physics. Expect closer to RDR2’s weapon feel than GTA V’s lighter handling.
For PC players
The PC version will likely add higher-detail weapon models and animation rates. Modders will eventually add real-world weapon names and skins. See our GTA 6 mods PC guide.
Frequently asked questions
When does GTA 6 release?
Late 2025 / early 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. PC release 12-24 months later. See our GTA 6 PC release date analysis.
Will GTA 6 come to PC?
Yes, but not at launch. See GTA 6 PC system requirements.
How much will GTA 6 cost?
$69.99-$79.99 USD expected. See our price analysis.