Summary
A new rumor has suggested thatGrand Theft Auto Onlineplayers might not be able to carry their character over onto the next iteration of the online experience once Rockstar Games launchesGrand Theft Auto 6. WhileGrand Theft Auto 6’s trailer has yet to be unveiled,Grand Theft Auto Onlineplayers may need to start preparing for a big transition into the nextGTAtitle.
Grand Theft Auto Onlineis undoubtedly one of the most popular multiplayer games to exist, boasting significant viewership numbers on Twitch and other streaming platforms. ManyGrand Theft Autoplayers log on to spend countless hours in Los Santos and its surrounding areas. The online community even dabbles inGTArole-playing servers. In short,GTA Onlineis inescapable, though it might make some critical adjustments once Rockstar Games releasesGTA 6.
TheGTA 6announcementconfirmed that the game’s first trailer would drop in December. While many rejoiced at the announcement of the first official trailer, some began to wonder what would happen toGTA Onlinesince it is technically the multiplayer portion ofGrand Theft Auto 5. YouTube channel TGG inquired about the online aspect, asking in a tweet, “Did you hear any more specifics on their future plans for GTA Online?” Rockstar Universe responded by saying that it would be a “fresh start for everyone,” with players' ranks ultimately not being carried over, though this is only a rumor. Information has only been distributed “through the grapevine,” as reported by Rockstar Universe, soGTAfans should take this claim with a massive grain of salt. If the rumor is true, fans can basically expect theirGTA Onlinecharacter to continue existing in the game as it does now, but they will need to make a new character forGrand Theft Auto 6’s take on the game mode.
Some players have noted the advantages of everyone starting over by “being on the same level again,” though there are some who are disappointed that their currentGTA Onlinecharacter might not carry over to the new game.
Moreover, Rockstar Universe mentions thatRockstar will be using its FiveM acquisition, which could hint at the platform’s implementation forGTA Online. The FiveM platform - along with RedM - is part of Cfx.re, an online group that develops modification frameworks for popular games. These games includeGTA 5andRed Dead Redemption 2, which support dedicated roleplay servers.
While these details aren’t official,Grand Theft Autoplayers can likely expect many changes to come toGTA Onlinewhen the next big installment launches.
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