Highlights

  • Rumor suggests that players may not be able to carry their Grand Theft Auto Online character over to the next GTA game, requiring a fresh start for everyone.
  • Some players see starting over as an advantage, as it puts everyone on the same level and encourages a fresh start for both seasoned players and newcomers.
  • The acquisition of FiveM by Rockstar Games might have an impact on the next GTA Online, potentially hinting at the implementation of the platform for the game.

A new rumor has suggested that Grand Theft Auto Online players might not be able to carry their character over onto the next iteration of the online experience once Rockstar Games launches Grand Theft Auto 6. While Grand Theft Auto 6's trailer has yet to be unveiled, Grand Theft Auto Online players may need to start preparing for a big transition into the next GTA title.

Grand Theft Auto Online is undoubtedly one of the most popular multiplayer games to exist, boasting significant viewership numbers on Twitch and other streaming platforms. Many Grand Theft Auto players log on to spend countless hours in Los Santos and its surrounding areas. The online community even dabbles in GTA role-playing servers. In short, GTA Online is inescapable, though it might make some critical adjustments once Rockstar Games releases GTA 6.

Grand Theft Auto Series logo with GTA Online desert artwork
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The GTA 6 announcement confirmed 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 to GTA Online since it is technically the multiplayer portion of Grand 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, so GTA fans should take this claim with a massive grain of salt. If the rumor is true, fans can basically expect their GTA Online character to continue existing in the game as it does now, but they will need to make a new character for Grand 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 current GTA Online character might not carry over to the new game.

Moreover, Rockstar Universe mentions that Rockstar will be using its FiveM acquisition, which could hint at the platform's implementation for GTA Online. The FiveM platform - along with RedM - is part of Cfx.re, an online group that develops modification frameworks for popular games. These games include GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, which support dedicated roleplay servers.

While these details aren't official, Grand Theft Auto players can likely expect many changes to come to GTA Online when the next big installment launches.