GTA 6 is rumored to be launching with a companion app that could revolutionize how players interact with the game. Rockstar Games previously explored mobile companion apps with GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2. While those apps performed decently in terms of downloads and ratings, they were also criticized for missing the opportunity to include more useful features. If the latest rumors are accurate, Rockstar may get another chance to improve the gameplay experience with apps—this time for one of the most anticipated games of all time, Grand Theft Auto 6.
Many assumed the companion app trend was fading after Blizzard shut down its WoW app. However, major developers still appear interested in the space. Recently, for example, the Zelda Notes feature was added to the Nintendo Switch app, mimicking a companion app. Now, Rockstar Games seems to be following suit and is possibly working on a digital sidekick for its upcoming open-world title.
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PostsA new job listing at Rockstar North suggests the company is looking to hire mobile app developers. The listing calls for candidates with strong knowledge of iOS or Android, sparking speculation about a possible GTA 6 companion app. The description doesn't directly mention mobile app development for a specific game. However, Rockstar North is believed to be leading GTA 6 development, making it doubtful that the role is tied to an unrelated project.
Fans Have Wild Theories About the Rumored GTA 6 App
Fans have come up with interesting theories about how a GTA 6 companion app could enhance gameplay. Some believe it could recreate the in-game social media platform shown in GTA 6 trailers, allowing fans to share clips and interact by liking or commenting on posts. Others suggest the app could mirror the in-game phone, enabling users to receive NPC messages and calls on their real-life devices.
CloseAs appealing as these fan theories are, most of them seem overly ambitious. Developing AAA titles already demands immense time, money, and effort, often leaving little room for side projects. That said, Rockstar Games has a history of delivering the seemingly impossible. If any studio can launch one of the industry's biggest games alongside a game-changing companion app, it's likely Rockstar.
For now, there has been no official confirmation regarding the rumored GTA 6 app, so fans should take the speculation with a grain of salt. And if such an app is indeed in development, it's unlikely Rockstar will reveal it anytime soon.
