Cayo Perico Turns Into a Battle Royale Warzone in GTA Online

What was once the exclusive playground of a notorious drug kingpin has transformed into the most chaotic battleground Los Santos has ever seen. El Rubio's pristine private island, previously known only to the most daring heist crews in Grand Theft Auto Online, is now filled with gunfire and engine roars as players clash in the explosive new Cayo Perico Motor Wars mode.

This tropical twist on the classic battle royale formula drops players across six distinct zones of the lush island paradise, where palm trees provide cover and luxury mansions become fortress battlegrounds. As the playable area rapidly shrinks, forcing intense encounters, players must adapt their tactics on the fly. In this jungle, survival demands both skill and cunning.

Fortunately, the rewards match the intensity of the combat. Standard players earn double the usual GTA$ and RP for their tropical warfare efforts over the next two weeks, while GTA+ members enjoy a massive 4X multiplier through August 6. Those brave enough to survive a complete session also walk away with the exclusive Gold Gun Necklace, a stylish trophy delivered within 72 hours.

Treasure hunters will also have a field day with buried stashes and underwater treasure chests both offering triple rewards. Armed with metal detectors obtained from beached party-goers back in Southern San Andreas, players can scour the island for hidden wealth, while skilled divers explore the crystal-clear waters for submerged bounties originally scouted during heist reconnaissance missions.

Earn 3X GTA$ and RP this week by digging up Buried Stashes.
Earn 3X GTA$ and RP this week by digging up Buried Stashes.

The excitement doesn't stop at the island's shores. Back in Los Santos, a massive vehicle sale is underway, with military-grade hardware leading the deal. The imposing Bravado Half-track, a rolling fortress that's perfect for hostile territory navigation, sits at 40% off alongside the devastating Vom Feuer Anti-Aircraft Trailer.

Speed demons can snag deals on everything from the sleek Grotti Visione supercar to the rugged Vapid Winky off-roader, with ten different vehicles carrying the same generous discount. Other vehicular offers available to players are listed below:

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Finally, the Gun Van continues its mysterious rounds through the city, this week stocking the deadly Service Carbine at half price and offering GTA+ members a major discount on the high-tech Compact EMP Launcher.

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