GTA 6 Locked at 30 FPS at Launch
Rockstar confirms GTA 6 will run at 30 FPS on consoles at launch, with no current plans for a 60 FPS mode.
The update
Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch with a 30 FPS frame rate on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles, according to Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson. The developer reportedly hasn’t committed to a 60 FPS option at launch or in the future, though this could potentially be added later through updates.
Why it matters
This decision follows Rockstar’s pattern with previous titles like GTA 5, which also launched at 30 FPS before receiving a 60 FPS upgrade in its next-gen version. For a game as visually ambitious as GTA 6, this suggests Rockstar prioritizes graphical fidelity over performance, a trade-off that could disappoint some players who value smoother gameplay.
What to watch
Will Rockstar add a 60 FPS mode post-launch? How will the game perform on the upcoming PS5 Pro? When might a PC version arrive, and will it offer different performance options?
Sources
- eurogamer.net — confirming Rockstar's 30 FPS statement and uncertainty about 60 FPS option
- kotaku.com — corroborating frame rate details and historical context