October 1 marks ten years since the launch of Grand Theft Auto Online (GTA Online), a game that has evolved over three console generations and been updated more than 40 times, attracting famous artists like Eminem, Snoop Dogg, and Rosalía.
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Originally coming to PlayStation 3 (PS3) and Xbox 360 and supporting a maximum of 16 players, this multiplayer spin-off game debuted on October 1, 2013. It has now expanded its capacity to allow up to 30 connected users to participate simultaneously on next-gen consoles.
Developed by Rockstar Games, GTA Online gives players the opportunity to go from street hustler to ringleader of their own criminal empire, thanks to more than 40 free updates over the course of a decade.
Iconic gaming venues include the island of Cayo Perico and nightclubs After Hours and The Diamond Casino & Resort. In these and other environments, players can plan and carry out heists, customize high-end vehicles, and compete in stunt races.
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One of the latest innovations is the profession creator, A tool that guides players up the criminal pyramid, It replaces the game’s original tutorial.
With the latest GTA Online update, players will be able to choose from four criminal profession options: Managers, Arms Dealers, Nightclub Owners and Transporters. When you choose one of these professions, you will receive a bonus that will allow you to buy a vehicle or property. They will also be able to change careers at any time by returning to the profession creator.
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On the occasion of the tenth anniversary, the developer announced that events will be added to the game in a free mode, competitive modes (Aversary and Versus), quests and races.
Free Roam preserves the classic GTA open world experience and allows players to explore new mission locations and more on the in-game map, among other activities.
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In competitive modes, GTA Online offers the opportunity to compete in armed karts, classic dogfights and exciting Shotaro motorcycle battles in a dystopian future.
The game also offers a wide variety of race types, from Los Santos Police squad car trials to neighborhood tours and transformation races where players can fly over the city. BMX bike racing is also an exciting option.
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More than a decade after its launch, Rockstar Games emphasized: GTA Online continues to break records, such as Grand Theft Auto V, which was declared the best-selling game of the decade by NPD Group in January 2020.
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*This content was rewritten with the help of artificial intelligence, based on information published by Europa Press, and reviewed by the journalist and editor.
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