[Scarlett.]

CVG kinda gave hints of a few things when they were doing their rewind thing with the trailer, it sounds as if we might be able to plan the heists.

[Jordan.]

Originally Posted by Drew.

The temptation to crash into those sunbathers

[Smithy]

It looks so good

[bbfan1991]

The graphics look immense.

I reckon we will be seeing that airstrip you had to buy in San Andreas again? I'm sure it was in the trailer?

[Scarlett.]

[Ramsay]

crazy to think the graphics arent next gen

[bbfan1991]

Bahama Mamas is in the screenshots too?

[Scarlett.]

Originally Posted by bbfan1991

Bahama Mamas is in the screenshots too?

Yup, a west coast version

10 mins until CVG's preview!

[bbfan1991]

Wow. I hope they keep it open too, wish it would have stayed open in TBOGT ha ha.

[Scarlett.]

Youtube video

[Scarlett.]

Wait...did they just say....car modding?!

[Scarlett.]

Rockstar claims its goal was to create the ultimate open world

The transition between the three protagonists is smooth; the camera zooms out to a Google Earth view, the screen fills with static, the camera moves across the city and zooms back into your chosen character

The closer characters are, the quicker the transition. During missions where they're all together its instantaneous

Each character is rated in a series of skill categories: Stamina, Shooting, Strength, Stealth, Flying, Driving, Mechanic, Lung Capacity.

Each character has a 'Special': Franklin is an adrenalin junkie and can slow down time while driving; Trevor has a frenzy mode, where he's does double damage, takes half damage, and has a unique melee attack; Michael has his own version of bullet time

Specials are governed by a meter, it drains after use and recharges slowly
Other skill categories are shared and can be improved by completing missions, side missions, activities and more

Trevor will always be the best pilot, Franklin will always be the best driver but each can improve their proficiency a little

One of the skill categories is stealth, suggesting players will be able to take different approaches to missions

The wave physics are some of the best we've seen in any game this generation

Although weather wasn't shown, it's easy to see how they'd work in the game

Some boats will include gear such as wetsuit, flippers and tanks for diving
An underwater ecosystem exits, "the sea is teaming with fish and sharks"
Treasures can be found underwater, but NPCs will be looking for them too
GTA 5 rewards exploration, there's no signposting underwater, so you'll have to find the treasure the hard way

Dives won't offer massive payoffs, but will "help grease the wheels"
The character selection wheel is split into four triangles: Franklin, Trevor,
Michael, and your multiplayer character

It seems there's a closer relationship between single and multiplayer. Simply pressing Down on the d-pad will drop the play in and out of MP.

Rockstar has said it will reveal more on multiplayer in the future

Michael's is miserable: his wife hates him, he has no relationship with his kids, he spends his drinking whiskey and watching old action movies

There are subtle differences in the way each character moves to reflect their personalities; Michael is slower and deliberate.

Rockstar says there will be five times as many pedestrians in GTA V as there were in Grand Theft Auto IV

The game is a "massive" technical step up from GTA IV, the team has nailed the look of LA

There's a "crazy level of detail": Tourist buses can be boarded for a tour of celebrity homes, film posters are plastered on the walls, men in comedy costumes try to corner you outside the Cathay Theatre, including the Superman-like Impotent Rage and Master Chief riff, Space Ranger.

iFruit, the game's new phone, can be used to snap pictures and upload them to Rockstar's Social Club or your own our social media page. Recording videos seems likely.

The phone also has apps. In addition to the camera there is internet, contacts, social media, a calendar, and a replay missions app. There are three more Rockstar hasn't yet detailed.

Michael's obsession with classic films translates into in-game set pieces based on real world movies. In the demo the three characters mount a heist very similar to the one from Heat.

'Mini heists' are used to teach the player about preparation. Players must secure vehicles, outfits, masks, the getaway vehicle and locations for dumping potentially damaging.

These build up to a bigger heist where the execution must be flawless. They'll require the right crew and players will have to decide on the cheap option, which results in less skilled people, or paying more for skilled crew members that will a larger cut.

You can switch between Franklin, Trevor and Michael during a cutscene, manually, or automatically when the AI takes control for you
Each character has a job to do, how much you switch yourself in or let the computer do, is entirely up to you

If you die the game reloads to the last checkpoint, even if two other characters are alive

Although it's up to the player when they switch, dialogue will suggest ideal moments. For example, when Michael and Franklin are being overwhelmed by snipers, Michael might ask for Trevor's help.

A combat roll has been introduced for moving between cover

There is a wider field of vision, and players can run-and-gun

Pay N Sprays can also mod cars with paint jobs, new wheels, window tints, grilles, spoilers. Upgrades to suspension, engine and brakes can also be made.

Weapons can also be customised with laser sights, scopes, silencers, and high capacity magazines

You can customise yourself with haircuts, new clothes, and tattoos

You can pick up hitchikers, do stunt jumps and flying challenges, take part in yoga, golf, tennis or bike races.

You can buy property too; houses, garages and businesses can all be purchased for extra revenue sources.


CVG

[Patrick]

CUSTOMIZATION !!!!!!!!!!! fdfdgfdgdfvcfb

[Scarlett.]

GTA V > GTA SA now

[Smithy]

IT SOUNDS SO GOOD BUT WHY IS SEPTEMBER SO FAR AWAY

[bbfan1991]

OMG it all sounds so exciting and all of these new features e.g. car modification and social networks, plus property buying makes it worth the wait even more.

[Drew.]

Some boats will include gear such as wetsuit, flippers and tanks for diving
An underwater ecosystem exits, "the sea is teaming with fish and sharks"

Pay N Sprays can also mod cars with paint jobs, new wheels, window tints, grilles, spoilers. Upgrades to suspension, engine and brakes can also be made.
Weapons can also be customised with laser sights, scopes, silencers, and high capacity magazines
You can customise yourself with haircuts, new clothes, and tattoos
You can pick up hitchikers, do stunt jumps and flying challenges, take part in yoga, golf, tennis or bike races.
You can buy property too; houses, garages and businesses can all be purchased for extra revenue sources.

OH MY GOD.. this has literally everything in it that i was hoping for plus things i would never have expected, theres going to be SO much to do on this game.. the next 4 and a half months needs to go quick

[Scarlett.]

[Scarlett.]

Something missed out on the list up above, weapons are now customisable too.

[Drew.]

'The entire world is populated with fitting wildlife and inhabitants unique to specific areas'

'A deer and a wildcat were spotted in the mountains.'

'Citizens will react to what you do, and if they see you robbing someone they could alert the police, film you, or even try to take you down themselves.'

'Liquor store and ATM robberies is possible'

Sweeeeet.

[SharkAttack]

Originally Posted by Chewy

Each character has a 'Special': Franklin is an adrenalin junkie and can slow down time while driving; Trevor has a frenzy mode, where he's does double damage, takes half damage, and has a unique melee attack; Michael has his own version of bullet time

Bet this is similar to Dead Eye in Red Dead Redemption.

[Scarlett.]

I also like that the Rockstar Social Club will factor into the game, allowing you to upload screenshots.

[Scarlett.]

Small town cops confirmed!


Trevor enjoying strippers confirmed!

[Brother Leon]

Orgasm confirmed.

[Ryan57]

CVG preview, TL;DR... did they mention any bad points?