Also known as: GTA Online
Multiplayer component of Grand Theft Auto V
Rockstar Games has suddenly blocked all gambling minigames in Grand Theft Auto Online's Diamond Casino for Australian players, despite the game holding an R18+ rating since 2013. The change affects blackjack, slots, poker, roulette, Inside Track horse racing, and the lucky wheel, placing Australia alongside roughly 50 other countries where these features are unavailable. The move comes months after new Australian classification guidelines for simulated gambling took effect, though GTA Online already met the highest rating requirement.
Xbox Free Play Days returns this weekend with Grand Theft Auto Online and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 free for all Xbox members, while Game Pass subscribers can try Crisol: Theater of Idols, Planet Zoo: Console Edition, and Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports. The event runs from July 14 through July 21 depending on the title, with no subscription required for the two headliners.
Rockstar Games announces the Kortz Center Heist for Grand Theft Auto Online, set to release on July 14. This new heist challenges players to steal artworks from a museum, aided by an art studio for forgeries and the option to display loot in their mansion. Players can tackle the heist solo or with a crew of up to three others.
Despite generating $1 billion in revenue, Red Dead Redemption 2's online component, Red Dead Online, has been deemed a "missed opportunity" by Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick. The statement highlights the gap between the game's overall success and the online mode's underperformance. Players and investors alike await clarification on future support.
Take-Two Interactive's stock price has skyrocketed following the confirmation of Grand Theft Auto 6's release date, set for November 19, 2026. CEO Strauss Zelnick reiterated the game's on-track status during an earnings call, sparking investor excitement. Fans, however, remain cautiously optimistic, mindful of the game's previous delays.
Grand Theft Auto Online will continue to operate after the release of Grand Theft Auto VI on November 19, as confirmed by Take-Two during its Q4 and FY26 earnings call. Despite the upcoming launch, GTA Online has shown resilience with a 5% year-on-year growth in consumer spending, driven by updates like "A Safehouse in the Hills". The game's longevity is a testament to its enduring popularity, with GTA V selling 230 million units and Red Dead series reaching 85 million units.
Grand Theft Auto Online's roleplay community has created a secret "BOILER ROOM" rave event, inspired by real-world techno culture, featuring DJs, photographers, and custom elements like the "NØISE" party drug. The inaugural event attracted 96 attendees and received overwhelmingly positive feedback. Organisers are already planning a bigger follow-up, showcasing the creative depths of GTA Online's roleplay servers.
Rockstar's latest GTA Online update removes 23 missions, including Adversary Modes and Races, as part of a new content rotation strategy.
Grand Theft Auto 5 may soon return to Xbox Game Pass, but exclusively for PC subscribers, raising excitement and concerns among fans.
Unravel the top 5 things GTA 6 fans eagerly anticipate in the upcoming trailer, from new protagonists to the setting and gameplay features. Get ready for the big reveal on December 5, 2023
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This blog post delves into Rockstar Games' latest update for GTA Online that teases the much-anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. We examine the subtle hints and what they could mean for the franchise's future.
