Grand Theft Auto 6is set to be the biggest release of the year, finally putting an end to a 12-year-long gap between this chapter and its predecessor. Rumors and theories aboutGTA 6have been rampant, and the game’s impending release continues to be a hot topic of discussion. The Rockstar franchise has its long-held traditions, but there are exciting changes in store forGTA 6, too.
GTA 6could mark an exciting new era for the series. Evolving is great for the franchise, but there are also plenty of staple features that longtime fans are expecting, and one of them is the return of radio stations. The details surroundingGTA 6’s radio stations are currently a secret, but there are a few features that will hopefully play a part in these in-game options.
GTA 6’s Radio Stations Should Blend Classic Vice City With the Modern Era
The 80s Music of Vice City Brought Its World to Life
It’s been over two decades since the franchise has visited Vice City.GTA: Vice Cityhit the scene in 2002, introducing a story set in 1986. Tracks from artists like Run DMC, Toto, and The Outfield set the tone, breathing retro-inspired life into the story.The biggest difference with Vice City this time around, though, is thatGTA 6takes place in a modern-day version of the metropolis. Despite the difference in era, a station that plays 80s hits feels highly possible. Not only would it fit the vibe, it would also serve as a fun way to bridge the original Vice City with its modern interpretation.
GTA 6’s trailer uses the song “Love is a Long Road” by Tom Petty. Although not an 80s hit, the 1992 single implies that some in-game radio stations could have a retro focus.
The Age of Social Media is Bound to Influence GTA 6 Radio
DespiteGTA 6only having one trailer so far, the teaser made it quite clear that social media will play a big role in the story. Back in 2013 whenGTA 5launched, social media was a completely different world. At the time, Instagram was only three-years-old, and TikTok hadn’t even been invented yet. This current age of social media has heavily influenced the music industry, especially when it comes tosongs gaining popularity on TikTok. There is now even a Billboard chart specifically for the top 50 songs that are trending on the app.
Artists like Lola Young, Chappell Roan, Artemas, Doja Cat, and Dua Lipa would be the perfect voices to hear onGTA 6’s radio in this regard. It’s not unlikely that an entire station would be centered around TikTok songs, either, especiallyifGTA 6wants to really dig into its social media satire.
Podcast Options in GTA 6
The potential for podcasts to be present inGTA 6has been discussed a lot online. The medium has continued to grow as a major source of entertainment in the last several years, so it would make sense to integrate intoGTA 6.Podcasting has also become the go-to news source for a lot of people, makingits potential place inGTA 6’s worldfeel quite possible.
Diverse Genres That Appeal to Different Players
One of the strongest points aboutGTA’s radio stations is how many genres are available for players to enjoy. Whether it be rock, hip-hop, pop, or R&B, there is a broad reach. With suchhigh expectations surroundingGTA 6, there’s no telling how Rockstar plans on expanding its scope, but bringing even more diverse genres front and center would be a strong step forward for the game’s music.
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