Discover Rockstar Games' Vision for GTA Online Back in 2001
Some groundbreaking Grand Theft Auto documents have surfaced, and they're not what you'd expect. A 2001 GTA Online planning document has been leaked on the GTA forums, revealing ideas that are both incredibly ambitious and a little eerie. These plans showcase how Rockstar Games envisioned features over two decades ago that would later become reality in modern GTA Online and GTA RP servers.
Highlights from the Leaked Document
Ambitious Features Ahead of Their Time
The document outlines plans for an early version of GTA Online. Surprisingly, many ideas resemble features in today's GTA RP servers:
- Character Creation: Players could customize attributes such as strength, dexterity, and intelligence.
- Skill-Based Gameplay: Actions like lockpicking or combat proficiency required skill leveling by repetition, offering a realistic approach.
- Item Management: Players could store items in accessible locations like car trunks or cabinets, and these items could be stolen if not concealed.
Player Interaction Systems
Rockstar planned extensive interaction systems, including:
- Item Exchange: Players could trade items or money using a detailed trade window.
- Player Attributes: Skills like swimming, pickpocketing, and gambling would have been available, adding depth to character development.
- Dynamic Health System: Injuries were location-specific, affecting gameplay and requiring player assistance or treatment at hospitals.
Properties and Economy
Ownership of property was a key focus:
- Property Classes: Players could own apartments, garages, and luxurious estates, providing secure storage and meeting spaces.
- Upkeep Costs: Properties required monthly maintenance, a feature similar to GTA Online today.
Why This Leak Matters
Rockstar's recent acquisition of CFX RE, the team behind FiveM, gains new significance with this leak. It highlights Rockstar's forward-thinking approach, possibly paving the way for groundbreaking features in GTA 6 and its online counterpart.
The leaked document showcases just how ahead of their time Sam Houser and the Rockstar team were. It’s incredible to think that these ideas, some of which feel straight out of modern GTA RP servers, were conceived over two decades ago. This leak not only celebrates Rockstar’s innovation but also builds excitement for the future of GTA 6.
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