Rockstar job listing hints at GTA VI companion app for iOS and Android

Rockstar Games may be preparing to introduce a dedicated companion app for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI), according to a new job posting on its official careers page. The listing, which calls for mobile app developers with iOS and Android experience, has sparked speculation that the studio is planning to bring back its mobile integration strategy — this time, potentially with deeper and more innovative features.

The job opening, reportedly from Rockstar North — the lead studio behind GTA VI — does not explicitly mention the upcoming title. However, the timing and location have led fans to believe the role is tied to the highly anticipated game, which is scheduled to release on May 26, 2026. Given Rockstar’s history of launching companion apps for GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2, the idea of a mobile add-on for GTA VI seems plausible.

Previous Rockstar companion apps offered limited but useful tools such as interactive maps, stat tracking, and inventory management. This time, fans are hoping for more immersive features. Community discussions, particularly on Reddit, suggest the GTA VI app could simulate the in-game smartphone showcased in the trailers. Players might receive in-game calls and texts directly on their real devices or even interact with the fictional social media platform teased in earlier previews.

While some studios, like Blizzard, have scaled back on mobile companion apps in recent years, others — including Nintendo — continue to explore mobile extensions for their titles. The interest from Rockstar hints at a renewed effort to enhance player engagement beyond the console or PC interface.