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GTA VI: Developers Share Extreme Research for Vice City
11 Nov
Summary
- Developers immersed in Miami's extremes for GTA VI research.
- GTA VI meticulously recreates virtual Florida's micro-details.
- A team of 5,000 people built the ambitious Grand Theft Auto VI.
Developers at Rockstar North undertook extensive research in Miami, beginning in 2015, to craft the setting for Grand Theft Auto VI. This immersive process involved experiencing the city's culture and history firsthand, influencing the creation of Vice City, the game's fictional representation of Miami.
The upcoming game, set in virtual Florida named Leonida, is lauded for its extreme level of detail. Developers focused on capturing everything from architectural nuances to the minutiae of pedestrian attire and street-level ephemera.
Led by a core group of experienced decision-makers, a massive team of approximately 5,000 individuals contributed to GTA VI. This vast undertaking allowed for meticulous attention to detail, evident in character animations and environmental interactions.
Rockstar's approach grounds its expansive worlds in real-world locations and experiences, making them believable despite their inherent excesses. The developers' intrepid research, including late nights and detailed observation, informs the rich tapestry of the game.
While Rockstar is renowned for its depictions of American settings, the developers acknowledge the unique perspective gained from being outsiders, allowing for a nuanced portrayal of America's contradictions. They suggest there remains ample scope to explore within the United States for future titles.
