GTA 6’s New Wanted System Is the Most Detailed Yet
The recent Netflix stream for Grand Theft Auto 6 lasted 27 minutes and revealed a host of new features. While many highlights were shown, the most significant changes involve an overhauled wanted system that promises to be the most intricate ever seen in the series.
Hide Your Identity To Fool The Cops
According to IGN, players can conceal their identity during a crime by wearing a mask or other face covering, a feature hinted at in promotional art but now functional in‑game. Removing the mask after committing a crime can help avoid detection and walk away scot‑free. Cops have also received an upgrade that lets them zero in on the exact vehicle you are driving, so ditching that vehicle and swapping to another while out of sight keeps the police unaware of your whereabouts.
The six‑star wanted level returns after GTA V capped the system at five stars, making the pursuit more intense than ever.
Over time, law enforcement learns what you look like, including physical features and clothing. To evade this, you can change your outfit and get a fresh haircut, or store an extra set of clothes in your vehicle’s trunk to switch on the fly.
Get Creative To Escape The Cops
When your wanted level reaches three stars, simply stealing any vehicle is no longer sufficient; you’ll need to use faster rides or pursue a foot chase. Dense areas of the map where cars cannot travel become valuable for losing the cops on foot, providing a creative route to freedom.
Splitting Up Is Sometimes The Answer
The game allows the two protagonists to split up. One character can take the heat while you control the other to let them escape, splitting police attention and increasing the odds that both get away. You must stay with the partner until they confirm they’re safe and have evaded the authorities.
With these fresh mechanics added to the wanted system, excitement for GTA 6 has reached new heights, and key art from Rockstar Games underscores the promise of an even more immersive experience.