5 biggest MindsEye flaws called out by GTA 6 fans

With the GTA 6 release date delayed to May 2026, Grand Theft Auto fans hoped that MindsEye, a title from the new studio of former Rockstar Games producer Leslie Benzies, would keep them entertained. The game was even considered at one point - the potential GTA 6 killer. Unfortunately, things seem to have gone awry, and the game is being criticized for bugs, glitches, and a bunch of other problems.

While visual effects and concept are two areas where the new game appears to have excelled, the Grand Theft Auto community has pointed out some notable drawbacks. In this article, we will take a look at five of the biggest MindsEye flaws that GTA 6 fans have pointed out.

Note: Some aspects of this article are subjective and only reflect the writer's opinions and analysis.

MindsEye: Not being able to steal cars and 4 other biggest flaws noticed by GTA 6 fans

1) MindsEye has no cops

A major flaw in MindsEye, as pointed out by Grand Theft Auto fans, is the lack of cops. Committing crimes appears to have no repercussions at all in the game. TGG, one of the most popular GTA YouTubers, discussed this issue in their review of the game and even showed footage (4:10 in the video above) of them killing NPCs without any cops showing up.

It might be worth noting that the September 2022 GTA 6 leaks suggested major changes in the series' traditional Wanted Level system. Naturally, fans were expecting some sort of cop activity in MindsEye.

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2) No melee combat

A screenshot of NikTek's post (Image via X)

Among other plethora of weapons, melee combat (hand-to-hand fighting) is expected to return in Grand Theft Auto 6, as hinted by GTA 6 protagonists (Jason and Lucia) in action in the second trailer. However, the feature isn't available in MindsEye at all.

NikTek, a popular Grand Theft Auto community member, posted on X that the new game doesn't feature any melee mechanics at all. Players can't fight anyone or known NPCs, which is disappointing for many fans around the globe. Its exclusion is a puzzling decision since hand-to-hand fighting always depth and flavor to the combat overall.

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3) Not being able to steal cars

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Stealing cars is another fundamental mechanic absent in MindsEye at the moment. NikTek shared another post on X sharing this limitation of the game.

According to his report, gamers can't steal any cars and can only able to enter the assigned car from the left side, making the experience less immersive. Stealing cars gives players freedom of choice and immersion, which is something expected to be present in GTA 6 at launch.

4) Worst mini-game

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Another thing fans noticed is the presence of some of the worst mini-games in MindsEye. As can be seen in the aforementioned post, another Grand Theft Auto community member @LegacyKillaHD shared a screenshot of a mini-game that requires players to do CPR on another character by pressing buttons. He claimed that this was the worst mini-game he's ever played.

While GTA 6 is expected to have mini-games and side missions, it certainly won't disappoint players with the content.

5) Performance

A screeshot of the @SynthPotato's post (Image via X)

Finally, the game's performance on both consoles and PC is being called out by many GTA 6 fans. In the post above, X user @SynthPotato, a prominent member of the Grand Theft Auto community online, stated that the title is buggy and only runs at 30 FPS on consoles.

They also suggested that the game suffers from constant stuttering and that many players have experienced crashes. The developer Build A Rocket Boy may be able to fix these problems via patches over time, but that remains to be seen.

With MindsEye failing to impress, GTA 6 fans can try past Grand Theft Auto titles while waiting for May 26, 2026 release date.

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About the author

Suyash is an Esports and Gaming journalist at Sportskeeda who specializes in Rockstar Games' GTA franchise. Suyash uses in-depth research and knowledge of his immense experience with the game series to ensure readers have access to the most reliable information. His insightful content pieces have raked in more than 5 million views in just a little over a year's time.

Suyash holds a B.Tech degree and ventured into the world of gaming at a young age through the Prince of Persia Sands of Time trilogy. However, upon encountering GTA Vice City’s 1980s aesthetic, music, and vintage cars, he became enamored with the game, leading him to explore the rest of the franchise.

Suyash prefers solo titles to multiplayer, especially ones with a well-crafted story and character arcs. He admires journalist Jason Schreier for the respect he commands in the industry and the reliability of his news pieces. To ensure the accuracy of his own pieces, he checks multiple reputable sources and insiders.

If he were to recommend a game to a skeptic, it would be Naughty Dog’s Uncharted series. When he’s not roaming the streets of Los Santos in GTA V, you can find him playing football, watching movies, or working out.

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Edited by Arundhoti Palit