Rockstar Games has announced that A Safehouse in the Hills, a massive new update launching December 10, will let players purchase luxury mansions complete with features that make previous properties look like budget motels, and what better way to introduce these sprawling estates than by bringing back the man, the myth, the legend himself, Michael De Santa?
Michael's involvement appears to center on welcoming players to the exclusive Vinewood Hills neighborhood. His return marks a rare crossover between Grand Theft Auto 5 and Grand Theft Auto Online.
The centerpiece of the update is the introduction of Prix Luxury Real Estate, a company offering three different mansion properties in some of Los Santos' most desirable locations. Each mansion comes with ostentatious trophy cabinets where you can display your achievements, a private salon for relaxation, and perhaps most surprisingly, animal kennels for domesticated companions.
The garage facilities represent a significant upgrade from standard properties as well. These elegant and artfully lit spaces can house your vehicle collection in style, with an optional car podium feature that lets you showcase your favorite ride like a piece of automotive art.
Beyond just looking impressive, these mansions offer practical benefits for players focused on making money. Each property includes a state-of-the-art artificial intelligence assistant named Haviland, who can help with both professional and personal tasks. The mansions also come with an optional private security detail to help protect your investment and keep unwanted visitors at bay. Players can also add an armory on the property grounds for weapons storage and customization, along with a vehicle workshop for maintaining and upgrading their collection.
