In a significant shift from their previously strained relationship with the modding community, Rockstar Games has officially backed CPX Fest on Complexo, a Brazilian roleplay (RP) server for Grand Theft Auto V. To celebrate the event, the developer is offering an in-game cash bonus to Grand Theft Auto Online players in Brazil and Portugal who play between August 19, 2024, and September 1, 2024.
Rockstar shared the roleplay-server endorsement on X.
This endorsement follows Rockstar's acquisition of Cfx.re nearly a year ago, the team behind FiveM, a popular platform for hosting modded GTA 5 servers with a strong emphasis on RP experiences. The acquisition hinted at a potential shift in Rockstar's stance on modding, and this recent endorsement reinforces that notion.
The promotion gives existing GTA Online players in Brazil and Portugal GTA$400,000. New players in those countries receive an additional GTA$400,000, bringing their total to GTA$800,000, which is particularly useful for new players. The cash is an GTA Online reward; joining the Complexo roleplay server is not the requirement.
The Complexo roleplay server is a PC experience, since FiveM is not available on consoles. That is separate from the regional GTA Online cash promotion. Our FiveM setup guide explains how to join custom servers. Meanwhile, rumors of FiveM potentially expanding to consoles have been circulating since the Cfx.re acquisition.
The modding community has been instrumental in prolonging the lifespans of many games, such as Skyrim and Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 Zombies. Modders have created a wide array of new experiences, ranging from custom campaigns and characters to entirely new game modes.
By embracing modding, Rockstar acknowledges the value that the community brings to its games and recognizes the potential for increased engagement and revenue. A thriving modding scene can keep players invested in a game for additional years, leading to increased sales and a dedicated fan base. Rockstar has seen that creativity in GTA V's RP servers on FiveM, which may help explain its decision to bring Cfx.re into the company. The acquisition supports the existing FiveM and RedM communities; it did not announce a roleplay platform for Grand Theft Auto VI.
It is hoped that the modding community will retain the same creative freedom they enjoyed before the acquisition. This development could even lead to a future where Rockstar actively supports modding tools and encourages players to create their own unique experiences within its games.
With GTA 6 on the horizon, Rockstar may be aiming to harness the creativity and dedication of its fans to extend the life of GTA Online and foster a thriving ecosystem of player-driven content.
