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5 signs modding will be officially supported in GTA 6
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Modders have kept the Grand Theft Auto series alive for years. From ultra-realistic graphics to wild Iron Man suits, mods have pushed GTA beyond Rockstar's original vision. So, it's no surprise that fans are asking:
Will GTA 6 finally embrace official mod support?
Based on recent clues, the answer could be a bold yes.
Here are five clear signs that Rockstar is warming up to the idea of official modding support in GTA 6.
1. Rockstar Acquired a Modding Tool in 2023
In 2023, Rockstar Games quietly acquired the creators behind FiveM and RedM, two of the most popular modding platforms for GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2. These platforms power massive roleplay communities and custom servers. This move wasn't just about control—it was about integration. It signals that Rockstar sees modding not as a threat, but as an opportunity.
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2. Take-Two's Tone Toward Modders Has Softened
In the past, Take-Two (Rockstar's parent company) was notorious for shutting down mods. But lately, there's been a shift. Many high-profile mods have been left untouched, and with the acquisition, there's a growing sense that the company is learning to work with the modding scene rather than against it. That shift in attitude could lay the foundation for official tools and support in GTA 6.
3. Modding Is a Huge Content Engine
Rockstar knows how long a game can live when the community gets involved.
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GTA V
has lasted over a decade, thanks in part to modders keeping the content fresh. Modding is a content machine, and Rockstar would rather channel that than fight it. With GTA 6 being their most ambitious open-world yet, letting players build on top of it makes perfect sense, for both hype and longevity.
4. The Roleplay Community Is Too Big to Ignore
Let's face it: GTA RP has exploded. Some of the most-watched gaming content on Twitch comes from GTA roleplay. Rockstar already supports it informally, but GTA 6 could be the moment they make it
official
.
Built-in tools, creator kits, or even an RP-specific mode wouldn't be shocking.
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5. Rockstar Allowed Modding in Red Dead Redemption 2
While
Red Dead Redemption 2
didn't launch with mod support, the single-player modding scene exploded, and Rockstar never shut it down. In fact, they allowed many mods to coexist peacefully, provided they didn't affect Red Dead Online. This was a quiet test run. And guess what? It worked. GTA 6 might be the first Rockstar game to formalize what they allowed in RDR2.
We can't say it's confirmed (yet), but all arrows point in one direction: GTA 6 is warming up to official modding. And that's massive. It means more freedom, more chaos, and a game that never gets old. Whether you're a seasoned scripter or just someone who wants to drop SpongeBob into Vice City—get ready. Modding may not just be allowed this time. It might be encouraged.