In a thrilling revelation for fans of Rockstar Games, the state of Grand Theft Auto VI’s (GTA 6) development has been uncovered through a careful analysis of leaked gameplay footage. This exciting discovery suggests that GTA 6 may currently be in a phase where all the game’s key features have been implemented.

The breakthrough came as fans meticulously examined gameplay clips dating back to September 12 and 13, 2022 (labeled as Américas_1 2022-09-13 and Américas_1 2022-09-12). Crucial insights were unearthed from the labels on these videos and the names of the running executables (executable files).

The video clips revealed that the currently running executable is named “game_win64_bankrelease.exe.” This discovery is pivotal as it unveils valuable information about the current state of the game’s development.

GTA 6: Understanding Development Jargon

To grasp the significance of these terms, we need to delve into game development jargon:

1. Bankrelease – It represents a debug build intended to be “feature-complete.” In other words, at this stage, the game should have all its major features and user interface fully implemented. The core game elements should be present and playable.
2. Beta – This is a later stage where additional features are added, aiming to be “content-complete.” This means that all parts of the game, including missions, locations, and gameplay elements, should be present and playable, although they may not be visually polished and could still contain numerous bugs.

Comparing with Other Games in Development

Comparing these terms with other games in development, we can draw some intriguing conclusions. One example provided by The GTA VI Document is the development of Final Fantasy XVI, which was announced as “content-complete” in June 2022, with the team focusing on polishing and bug fixes. The game was scheduled for release on June 22, 2023.

What Does This Mean for GTA 6?

The discovery of these executables suggests that GTA 6 might currently be in a phase where all the major game features have been implemented. This encompasses essential gameplay elements as well as a complete user interface.

However, this doesn’t necessarily imply that the game is ready for release. The subsequent “polishing” phase can vary widely in terms of duration, depending on the game’s size, complexity, and the amount of work required to meet desired quality standards.

In summary, with the leak having occurred a year ago, the current state of GTA 6’s development appears to be well-advanced, hinting at a possible announcement in the not-so-distant future. Fans can’t help but anticipate what Rockstar Games has in store for the next installment in the Grand Theft Auto series.

See also: GTA 6: Rockstar Games’ Senior Artist Teases Grand Theft Auto VI

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