7 annoying features in GTA 5 that shouldn’t return in GTA 6

Grand Theft Auto V was a masterpiece. But even the best games come with a few frustrating quirks that leave you muttering, “Why is this still a thing?” With GTA 6 now on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to reflect on those annoying features in GTA 5 that need to be left behind. Forever. Here’s our hit list of 7 things GTA 6 needs to ditch.

1. Clunky Combat Cover System

Taking cover in GTA 5 often felt like wrestling with your own thumbs. One moment you’re crouched behind a car, the next you’re accidentally popping out and taking a headshot. The auto-cover mechanics lacked fluidity, making shootouts more frustrating than fun. GTA 6, give us a smoother, smarter cover system — we’re tired of dying because the wall didn’t “register.”

2. Broken Police AI

Three stars, and suddenly the cops have psychic abilities. They know exactly where you are, even if you slip into an alleyway or change cars. And don’t get us started on their magical aim while you’re driving 100 mph. GTA 6 needs smarter, not omniscient, law enforcement.

3. Overly Long Phone Calls & Cutscenes

Yes, Trevor’s rants were gold. But not every call needs to be two minutes long while you’re mid-heist prep. And some cutscenes dragged on like mini-movies. In GTA 6, give us the option to skip or fast-forward — we’ll thank you later.

4. Tiresome Random Events

Getting dragged into yet another pedestrian’s sob story or “hitchhiker from hell” side event felt cool the first few times, then it got old. In GTA 6, keep random events actually random and meaningful, not repetitive filler.

5. Lack of Checkpoints in Missions

There’s nothing worse than failing a mission right at the end and getting thrown back to the very beginning. Some of GTA 5’s missions desperately needed mid-mission checkpoints. GTA 6 should be smarter with save points — we’re not in 2013 anymore.

6. Limited Interiors

Despite its huge map, most buildings in GTA 5 were off-limits. Only a handful of stores, homes, or businesses could be entered. In a living, breathing city, locked doors kill immersion. GTA 6 should open up the world more with explorable interiors that offer gameplay, secrets, or story elements.

7. Dated NPC Reactions

Pedestrian and driver AI in GTA 5 often react in jarring or unrealistic ways—either ignoring chaos or overreacting completely. For a game this detailed, NPCs should feel smarter and more responsive. GTA 6 has the chance to make its world feel truly alive with better AI.

GTA 5 set the bar high, but GTA 6 has the opportunity to fix what didn’t work. Drop these seven annoyances, and Rockstar could deliver their most legendary game yet. Let’s just hope we’re not still dodging psychic cops in 4K.

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