Take on Wildlife Photography with the January 4 GTA Online update

To kick off 2024, Rockstar Games has brought an exciting update to Grand Theft Auto Online, enhancing the gameplay experience with new features, vehicles, and challenges.

One of the key highlights of the January 4 update is the introduction of the Declasse Park Ranger, a new vehicle available from the Warstock Cache and Carry store. Priced at $2,980,000 or $2,235,000 with a trade price discount, the Park Ranger is only available to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X consoles.

To access the purchase option for this vehicle, players must join in the new "Shoot Animals photography" Challenge, which involves taking photos of animals all over the San Andreas area using the in-game phone. Each successful photo grants GTA$20,000 and 500 RP, and taking 10 photos will unlock the trade price for the Park Ranger. Capturing every animal in the Wildlife Photography Challenge awards players with the Park Ranger for free, and will also unlock the Kraken Sub.

Here's a rundown of everything new added to GTA Online as part of the January 4 update:

• 2X GTA$ and RP on Stunt Races
• 2X GTA$ and RP on HSW Races
• 2X GTA$ and RP on Junk Energy Time Trials

Premium Deluxe Motorsport Showroom

• Gallivanter Baller LE (Armored) (SUV) — 2005-13 Range Rover Sport
• Benefactor XLS (Armored) (SUV, 30% off) — 2012-19 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
• Weeny Dynasty (Sports Classic) — Austin FX4
• LCC Hexer (Motorcycle) — West Coast Choppers CFL and Harley-Davidson choppers
• Benefactor Schafter LWB (Sports, 30% off) — Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Luxury Autos Showroom

• Vapid Dominator GT (Muscle) — 2004-14 Ford Mustang
• Karin Vivanite (SUV) — Toyota Sienna

Diamond Casino Podium

• The update brings a new vehicle, the Declasse Hotring Sabre, available as a lucky wheel prize at the Casino. Based on the real-life vehicle, the 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass, the vehicle is priced at $830,000, players can try their luck daily for a chance to win this vehicle.

Car Meet Prize Ride

• The LS Car Meet Race offers the Declasse Tulip as the Prize Ride vehicle for players who place in the top 3 for 3 consecutive days
• The following are the Test Track Vehicles from January 4-10:
  • Dewbauchee Seven-70 — Aston Martin One-77
  • Grotti GT500 — Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta SWB
  • Übermacht SC1 — MW M1 Hommage Concept

Discounts

• 40% off
  • Carbine Rifle (GTA+ Members)
  • Compact EMP Launcher
• 30% off
  • Übermacht SC1 (Super)
  • Grotti GT500 (Sports Classic)
  • Dewbauchee Seven-70 (Sports)
  • Benefactor XLS (Armored) (SUV)
  • Benefactor Schafter LWB (Sports)

Despite these exciting additions, some players have noticed potential undocumented changes or bugs following the update. These include alterations to the up-and-atomizer's ability to launch characters, changes to the Kosatka's rudder control, and adjustments to thermal vision usage on the Avenger's turrets. Further, a brief loss of control over the characters during certain actions in the Cayo Perico finale has been reported, which might be an attempt to address exploits.

This update reaffirms Rockstar Games' commitment to keeping GTA Online fresh and engaging for its vast player base.

Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, the January 4 update offers a variety of new content and improvements to enhance your gaming experience in the ever-evolving world of GTA Online.

Rockstar Games is currently working on GTA 6, which is expected to release on PS5 and Xbox Series S/X in 2025. A PC version isn't expected until sometime later.