The community tracking game leaks has correlated old posts with recent facts. Particular attention was drawn to a publication by user GameRoll, who in mid-2025 referred to knowing one of the developers.
At the time, his information was considered fan fantasies, dreaming of a combination of Red Dead Redemption 2 mechanics with a modern Vice City. Now it turns out that the list almost entirely contained real details of an early version of the game.
The return of the six-star wanted level, the division of the plot into chapters, and the ability to interact with pedestrians – for example, to greet or provoke them – have been confirmed.
Mentions of character weight changes, a brutal body damage system, Jason's ability to slow down time, and a limited inventory also returned. Even interface details matched, including a rectangular mini-map with pink navigation dots.
It seems that not everyone at Rockstar Games can keep their mouths shut.