Also known as: GTA Online
Multiplayer component of Grand Theft Auto V
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.
With Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) set to release on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, Rockstar has announced an "exciting new update" for Grand Theft Auto Online (GTA Online) this summer, sparking speculation about the online mode's future. After 13 years and nearly 50 updates, fans wonder if this could be a farewell update or a new chapter. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick hints at potential continued support for GTA Online, citing consumer engagement as a key factor.
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.
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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.