# Is GTA V still worth getting?

> Yes, GTA V is still a good game and worth getting: a long three-hero story, a huge open world and GTA Online, often on sale on consoles and PC.

Yes, GTA V is still a good game and worth getting if you haven't played it. The story mode with three playable characters takes around 30 hours, Los Santos is still one of the most detailed open worlds, and GTA Online keeps getting updates. As of 2026 it runs on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with enhanced versions on current hardware, and is frequently discounted. It is rated M (17+), so it is not for younger kids.

## What you get

- **Story mode.** Michael, Franklin and Trevor, switchable at almost any time, with big heist missions.
- **Open world.** Los Santos and Blaine County, with side activities, races, sports and secrets.
- **GTA Online.** A separate multiplayer mode with heists, businesses and regular content updates; buying the game includes access. GTA Online on PS4 and Xbox One shut down in December 2024, so play it on PS5, Xbox Series X|S or PC.
- **Versions.** PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions (2022) and an enhanced PC version (2025) add better graphics and faster loading.

## Things to know before buying

- GTA Online's economy is grindy and pushes Shark Card purchases; the story mode has no such pressure.
- Online play on consoles needs a PlayStation Plus subscription or an Xbox Game Pass tier that includes online multiplayer (Essential, formerly Core, or higher).
- The game is over a decade old: animations and missions feel dated compared with newer open-world games.

## FAQ

**Will GTA V be discontinued?**
There is no announced end. GTA Online on PS3 and Xbox 360 shut down in 2021, but current versions remain supported.

**Should a 13-year-old get GTA V?**
It is rated M (17+) for strong violence, sex, drugs and language. Parents should decide; GTA Online also involves chat with strangers.

**Is GTA 4 worse than GTA 5?**
They are different: GTA IV has a darker, more serious story and heavier driving, GTA V is bigger, more varied and more polished.

**Should I get GTA V or wait for GTA VI?**
They're separate games. GTA VI is dated for November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. If you want a Rockstar open world now, GTA V is cheap and still fun.

**Why do people love GTA V so much?**
Freedom, satire, varied missions and an online mode friends can play together for years.

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