Rockstar is clarifying the blimp in GTA 5. As we said in the past, pre order mean you get a special code which enables you to fly the blimp in GTA V. Well, apparently a clarification indicates that it’s the early releases of the game and not just the pre order versions that get the code. If you buy the game when it’s released, pre order or not, chances are the code will be on the inside of that box. Apparently the pre order is a way to “guarantee” you get that code.

There has been some recent information about the police in Grand Theft Auto 5. Apparently it’s going to be more difficult to escape during chases and the cops will have a smarter and more coordinated strategy. Sounds like there could be some real adrenaline chase sequences! Today though, GameStop is revealing a bit more information regarding escaping police. Word is that you will be able to use rival street gangs to assist you in getting away. Gangs that are more interested in fighting the police will help you escape. No specific details, but the fact is that gangs can play a role in chases and escapes.

Other details that have been previously mentioned about police chases in GTA 5, is that they will use advanced tactics. They will also go to higher ground to spot you if you’re escaping on foot.

The recent Q&A at Rockstar had a lot of real gems of information. Regarding mulitplayer, it appears Rockstar is going to really turn it up a notch. They are promising to have a new and improved cheat detection system. You know, the kind of cheats that ruin multiplayer and not the cheats that actually enhance the single player game. Rockstar has said they will be launching “Grand Theft Auto Online” which isn’t clear what their intentions really are. There is currently a parked page (ads) and not a real website at grandtheftautoonline.com so it’s a bit more baffling. The issues with logging in with a game like Max Payne 3 are said by Rockstar to be fixed and that GTA V multiplayer will be a smooth experience.

There was an amazing Q&A from Rockstar today about GTA V. It’s been a while since they really offered up new details. As always, they spoke in generalities and nothing overly concrete. However we think there may be something interesting that was said. Here is the quote:

Question: You’ve probably been asked before, but is GTA V coming for next gen consoles also?

Answer from Rockstar: The only versions of the game that we have announced are for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 which are set for a September 17th worldwide release. We don’t have anything to share about the possibility of a next-gen or a PC platform release at this time and we are completely focused on delivering the best possible experience for the consoles people have right now.

Sometimes it’s not what was said, but how it was said. Okay the only versions “we have announced”? That statement doesn’t deny the possibility of GTA 5 PS4 or GTA 5 Xbox One. They go on to say that they are focused on the best experience for the consoles people have right now. How about when people have those other consoles? Does that mean Rockstar will then focus on the best possible experience on those consoles when they are out or near release?

I think they are being coy. I am not more optimistic at versions for the new consoles. They don’t want to lose out of sales of this version. No way, never. They wouldn’t do that. However, I think the door has been slightly opened here.