GTA 6 Rumored to Feature ‘Project ROME,’
Grand Theft Auto VI might be much more than a game—it could become a platform. Persistent rumors are swirling about “Project ROME,” an alleged official modding system that Rockstar Games may be building directly into its most anticipated title. The move would represent a monumental shift in how players interact with the Grand Theft Auto universe.
The name “ROME” is rumored to stand for “Rockstar Online Modding Engine.” The concept is ambitious: to provide players with official tools to create their own missions, game modes, and even entire multiplayer servers within GTA 6. This would eliminate the need for the third-party mods and community servers that, while popular, have always existed in a legal gray area.
This speculation gained significant credibility when Rockstar’s parent company, Take-Two Interactive, acquired Cfx.re in 2023—the team behind the massively popular FiveM and RedM modding frameworks for GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2. The acquisition signaled a clear intention to bring modding in-house, and Project ROME is believed to be the result.
Rockstar Games is reportedly preparing to reveal Project ROME (Rockstar Online Modding Engine) soon.
— GTA 6 Countdown ⏳ (@GTAVI_Countdown) September 24, 2025
It aims to make GTA 6 the next big metaverse and transform it into a platform not just a game, allowing players to create their own custom experiences. pic.twitter.com/h94N22IekC
If the rumors are true, GTA 6 would evolve from a static product into a dynamic platform. User-generated content could exist alongside Rockstar’s official updates, creating an endlessly renewable experience similar to other games with robust creation tools. This could fundamentally extend the game’s lifespan and engagement for years after its release.
According to fan accounts like GTA 6 Countdown, an official reveal of Project ROME could be imminent, potentially ahead of the game’s launch. However, major questions remain unanswered. Will these creation tools be available on consoles, or will they be limited to PC? Will they be restricted to the online component, or could they eventually affect single-player? Most importantly, will Rockstar implement a system that allows creators to monetize their work?
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For now, Project ROME remains in the realm of exciting speculation. But if realized, it could mark one of the most significant innovations in open-world gaming, turning players from spectators into co-creators of the world of Vice City.