GTA 6 May Finally Fix
As Grand Theft Auto VI’s 2026 release approaches, new details are emerging about potential quality-of-life improvements that could address long-standing limitations from previous games. According to reliable sources, Rockstar Games is experimenting with significant upgrades to the weapon wheel system—a core interface element that has remained largely unchanged since its introduction in GTA V.
The information comes from well-known dataminer Tez2, who revealed on the GTA Forums that developers have been testing “sub-wheels” within the main weapon selection interface. This potential redesign would represent the first major overhaul of the weapon wheel since it debuted in the main series with GTA V over a decade ago.
The current weapon wheel system, while functional, can become cumbersome as players accumulate a large arsenal. With only eight categories—handguns, machine guns, assault rifles, sniper rifles, melee weapons, shotguns, heavy weapons, and throwables—players often find themselves scrolling through multiple weapons within each category during intense combat situations.
The proposed “sub-wheels” would add an additional organizational layer, allowing players to better manage their growing weapon collections. This could mean quicker access to favorite firearms or better organization of weapon types within each category. While Tez2 noted that this specific implementation may have been scrapped or modified during development, it confirms that Rockstar is actively rethinking this fundamental gameplay system.
The original weapon wheel was a significant improvement over the linear weapon cycling of earlier GTA titles, but many players have noted its limitations in late-game scenarios where weapon collections become extensive. A more sophisticated system would be particularly welcome in GTA VI, which is expected to feature an even broader arsenal of weapons across its dual-protagonist storyline.
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As with all pre-release information, these details should be considered speculative until officially confirmed. However, the report suggests Rockstar is paying close attention to refining even the most established gameplay mechanics, potentially delivering a more streamlined and intuitive combat experience when GTA VI launches next year.