Firepower has always been a cornerstone of Grand Theft Auto, and GTA 6 promises the most detailed arsenal in series history. From pistols and shotguns to assault rifles and explosives, the right weapon for the right job can make the difference between a clean getaway and a trip to the morgue. While Rockstar has not released an official weapons list, the trailers, leaks and series history reveal what to expect.
This complete guide covers the expected weapon categories in GTA 6, customisation, combat mechanics and how to build your perfect loadout.
Pistols and Handguns
Every criminal starts with a trusty sidearm. Expect a full range of pistols: standard semi-automatics, heavy revolvers, machine pistols for close-quarters spray, and suppressed variants for stealth work. GTA 5’s pistol selection was solid, and GTA 6 should expand it
Gun Stores and Unlocking Weapons
Ammu-Nation is expected to return as Leonida’s one-stop gun shop, offering the full catalogue alongside shooting ranges to test new purchases. Story missions will unlock stock gradually, while challenges and collectibles may grant exclusive variants. GTA Online-style gun vans or black market dealers could offer rare stock for those willing to pay a premium. Managing your armoury across two protagonists adds a new layer: equipping Lucia and Jason for different roles before a big score makes preparation part of the fun.
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Pistols are ideal for early missions and situations where discretion matters. A suppressed pistol combined with the game’s expected stealth improvements could make silent approaches genuinely viable, rewarding patient players.
Shotguns
Nothing clears a room like a shotgun. Expect pump-action, semi-automatic and sawn-off variants, plus possibly the assault shotgun for maximum devastation. Shotguns excel in close-quarters combat: breaching buildings, defending hideouts and turning tight corridors into kill zones.
Leaks suggest improved weapon physics, which could make shotguns feel more impactful than ever, with realistic spread, recoil and environmental damage. In Leonida’s nightclubs and mansions, a shotgun is often the only argument you need.
SMGs and Machine Guns
Submachine guns bridge the gap between pistols and rifles: compact, rapid-firing and deadly at close to medium range. Expect classic designs like MP5-style SMGs, compact machine pistols and possibly dual-wield options. These are drive-by essentials and perfect for spraying from vehicles.
SMGs should shine in GTA 6’s expected heist scenarios, where moving through tight spaces while maintaining firepower is crucial. Suppressed SMGs could become the stealth player’s best friend.
Assault Rifles and Carbines
The workhorses of any GTA arsenal, assault rifles offer the range, accuracy and stopping power for serious firefights. Expect AK and AR-style platforms, bullpup designs, and advanced carbines with extensive attachment options: scopes, grips, extended magazines and suppressors.
Rifles will dominate open combat, police shootouts and military-style missions. GTA 6’s improved gunplay should make each rifle feel distinct, with meaningful differences in handling, recoil and effective range.
Sniper Rifles
For long-range precision, sniper rifles remain unmatched. Expect bolt-action and semi-automatic variants with high-powered scopes, perfect for overwatch during heists or eliminating targets from afar. Leonida’s varied terrain, from downtown rooftops to swamp ridgelines, offers ideal sniper nests.
The dual-protagonist structure could make snipers even more valuable: one character providing overwatch while the other moves in. Coordinated long-range support might become a core heist tactic.
Heavy Weapons and Explosives
When subtlety fails, bring the big guns. Expect grenades, sticky bombs, RPGs, grenade launchers and possibly the minigun for maximum chaos. Explosives are essential for armoured targets, roadblocks and making unforgettable entrances.
GTA 6’s improved physics should make explosions more spectacular and tactical, with destructible cover and realistic blast effects. Just remember: in Leonida, the bigger the boom, the bigger the police response.
Melee Weapons and Thrown Items
Sometimes the old ways are best. Expect baseball bats, knives, machetes, golf clubs and possibly new additions like the iconic Florida-style tools. Melee combat in GTA has always been brutally satisfying, and improved animations should make it better than ever.
Thrown weapons like grenades and Molotov cocktails add tactical options. Leaks hint at more interactive environments, which could make improvised weapons and environmental takedowns more prominent.
Weapon Customisation
GTA 5 introduced weapon attachments, and GTA 6 should expand the system significantly. Expect extensive customisation: suppressors, scopes, extended magazines, grips, flashlights, custom finishes, engravings and tints. Each weapon could become a personal statement as well as a tool.
Ammunition types might add depth: armour-piercing rounds for heavy targets, hollow points for stopping power, or less-lethal options for creative players. Combined with the expected weapon wheel improvements, managing your arsenal should feel smooth and intuitive.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many weapons will GTA 6 have?
Rockstar has not confirmed a number. GTA 5 launched with around 50 weapons and grew significantly. Expect GTA 6 to match or exceed that, with deeper customisation for each.
Can you customise weapons in GTA 6?
Weapon customisation is fully expected to return and expand, with attachments like suppressors, scopes and extended magazines, plus cosmetic finishes and tints.
Will GTA 6 have a weapon wheel?
The weapon wheel is a series staple and leaked footage showed a refined version in development. Expect a faster, more intuitive weapon selection system.
Are there new weapon types in GTA 6?
Nothing is officially confirmed, but leaks suggest new additions suited to the setting and improved melee and thrown weapon mechanics. Rockstar typically adds surprises to each game’s arsenal.
Where do you buy weapons in GTA 6?
Ammu-Nation, the series’ iconic gun store, is expected to return. GTA 5 also offered black market and online options; GTA 6 will likely provide multiple ways to arm yourself across Leonida.