GTA 6 in Dazed 8 Big Reveals
Dazed magazine’s Autumn 2026 issue gave GTA VI a cover story and an exclusive deep dive, published online on September 6, 2026. Rockstar staff talked characters, world, NPCs, fashion and gameplay systems. These are the biggest takeaways, in our own words.
Jason and Lucia on the cover
The Autumn 2026 issue styles GTA 6’s protagonists as a fashion editorial, with new official screenshots.
Switch characters mid-mission
You can swap between Jason and Lucia during action scenes, such as switching between driver and passenger.
The world reacts
Rob Nelson says carrying a rifle openly makes people and police react. Leonida doesn’t ignore you.
Your body changes
Food affects weight, the gym builds muscle, and a lack of sleep shows on your character’s face.
Working social media
In-game feeds track characters like the rap duo Real Dimez as they go viral.
Real-world research
Rockstar’s narrative team talked to ex-criminals, police, club promoters and gun dealers while researching Miami.
Neighbourhood fashion
A stylist shaped clothing to reflect each area’s taste, wealth and culture across Leonida.
Characters as a shared journey
Rob Nelson says Jason and Lucia aren’t empty avatars; their story is one you share with them.
Who Dazed interviewed
Rob Nelson (Rockstar North), Rupert Humphries (narrative), writer Michael Wiafe, Jamie-Lee Lloyd, Stu Petri and stylist Jillian Carr.
Read the original
The full piece is on Dazed Digital, and the print issue went on sale from September 10.
All confirmed mechanics in one place: GTA 6 gameplay features. Meet the cast: GTA 6 characters.
Dazed GTA 6 feature FAQ
What did Dazed reveal about GTA 6?
New details on mid-mission character switching, a reactive world, a body and physique system, in-game social media and fashion, plus new official screenshots, from interviews with Rockstar staff.
When was the Dazed GTA 6 article published?
Online on September 6, 2026. The Autumn 2026 print issue went on sale internationally from September 10.
Who from Rockstar was interviewed?
Dazed spoke with Rob Nelson, Rupert Humphries, Michael Wiafe, Jamie-Lee Lloyd, Stu Petri and stylist Jillian Carr.
Is GTA 6 on the cover of Dazed?
Yes. The Autumn 2026 issue features Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos on the cover.
Source: Dazed, “GTAVI: An exclusive deep dive into the video game of the decade” (September 6, 2026). Summarised, not reproduced. Checked 2026-09-25.