As seen in the first GTA 6 trailer, Rockstar has introduced social media by showing characters like "Dad Bod" guy, a party animal, and "Hammer Lady" on their social media platform.

This could be a big sign that social media will play a larger role in GTA 6. Rockstar has already included social media as a parody to recreate the virtual world in the game, and they have done an amazing job with platforms like Snapmatic, Bleeter, and Life Invader, which are parody versions of Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat.

What are the social media platforms that have been parodied by Rockstar Games?

In past GTA titles, Rockstar Games has parodied various social media platforms, emails, and websites. However, these features were not widely used by gamers because the NPC interactions were not very engaging. Instead, players used these features to capture and share amazing stunts and views from their gameplay. For instance, Snapmatic and Bleeter, introduced in GTA 5, allowed players to save and share their in-game experiences. In GTA 4, there was an email system parodied as Life Invader.

These social media platforms were not popular back then because they were not widely used in real life at the time; it was just the beginning for them. However, now social media has become a large part of our lives, with every aspect being shared online. People share their intrusive thoughts, witty jokes, and opinions on social media nowadays. In that sense, GTA 6 will make social media a large part of the game, incorporating humorous jokes and satirical comedy.

However, iFruit app has been deactivated in GTA 5 by Rockstar Games, It is no longer supported as of December, 12, 2022.

Will the iFruit App Return in GTA 6?

The iFruit app was one of the most interesting features in GTA 5, serving as a parody of the iPhone (Apple). In that app, people shared their gameplay videos and selfies of NPCs and their characters.

If this app returns in GTA 6, they might add a new app similar to TikTok, allowing gamers to create short video clips of NPCs. There are also rumors that GTA 6 will support advanced AI for NPCs, making it even more exciting and fun to capture these NPCs' actions. Additionally, with GTA 6 set in the vibrant and chaotic state of Florida, particularly Miami, the integration of these apps would be a fantastic addition, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

Given the evolution and significance of social media in our daily lives, incorporating a parody of modern platforms like TikTok in GTA 6 would reflect Rockstar's commitment to satire and humor. Players could expect to see humorous and satirical content through these in-game apps, adding another layer of entertainment and engagement. With social media being such a prominent aspect of contemporary culture, it's likely that Rockstar will leverage this to create a more immersive and relatable gaming experience in GTA 6.

Conclusion

As seen in the GTA 6 Trailer 1, the game is heavily inspired by social media. Many clips are presented in a satirical manner, capturing various moments through social media. For example, there is a live stream in the video with numerous viewers sending their support. Rockstar also adds humor by featuring characters like the "Hammer Lady," a parody of the "Karen" stereotype, and a woman twerking on top of a car, referencing real-life incidents in a satirical way and many more.