Over the years, Rockstar Games has celebrated Valentine's Day in GTA Online with various themed events, updates, and special content. These celebrations have introduced new game modes, vehicles, clothing, and bonuses, enhancing the festive atmosphere in Los Santos.
2014: Valentine's Day Massacre Special
On February 13, 2014, Rockstar released the "Valentine's Day Massacre Special" update. This update paid homage to the 1920s and included a range of themed content:
New Weapon: The Gusenberg Sweeper, a classic Tommy gun reminiscent of the Prohibition era.
New Vehicle: The Albany Roosevelt, a vintage limousine perfect for mobster getaways.
Clothing: A selection of flapper dresses, double-breasted suits, and other Roaring Twenties attire.
New Jobs: Ten new jobs were added, including "Shotgun Wedding," a Deathmatch set around the Paleto Bay church, and "Heart Breaker," an off-road bike race on a heart-shaped track.
These items were initially available for a limited time but could be kept permanently once acquired. (Source)
2016: Be My Valentine Update
In February 2016, the "Be My Valentine" update expanded upon previous Valentine's content:
New Clothing: A broader range of vintage-inspired clothing for both male and female characters, including new suits, dresses, and accessories.
Vehicle: The return of the Albany Roosevelt, along with a new variant called the Roosevelt Valor.
Game Mode: Introduction of the "Till Death Do Us Part" Adversary Mode, where couples fight together with limited lives.
Unlike prior events, Rockstar confirmed that the items from this update would remain available in-game indefinitely. (Source)
2017: Continued Celebrations
For Valentine's Day 2017, Rockstar revisited existing content without introducing a new DLC:
New Maps: Two additional locations for the "Till Death Do Us Part" Adversary Mode, set in Legion Square and La Puerta.
Bonuses: Double RP and cash rewards for select Adversary Modes and increased profits for Biker Businesses and Special Cargo sell missions.
Discounts: Price reductions on Valentine's-themed vehicles, weapons, and clothing, as well as other selected items.
This event ran through February 27, 2017. (Source)
2019: Declasse Vamos & Bonuses
In 2019, Rockstar introduced Valentine's Day bonuses alongside the addition of a new vehicle:
New Vehicle: The Declasse Vamos, available at Southern San Andreas Super Autos.
Bonuses: Double rewards in Adversary Modes and increased payouts for Biker and CEO work.
Discounts: Price reductions on various Valentine's-themed items and vehicles.
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2022: Valentine's Day Bonuses
In February 2022, GTA Online offered new content and bonuses:
New Vehicle: The Gallivanter Baller ST, a sporty SUV, became available for purchase.
Free Items: Players could claim the Gusenberg Sweeper for free, along with pink, red, and white weapon tints and Valentine's Day Massacre Special clothing items.
Triple Rewards: The "Till Death Do Us Part" and "Shotgun Wedding" Adversary Modes offered triple GTA$ and RP.
Additional Bonuses: Increased chances of finding the Pink Diamond in the Cayo Perico Heist and triple rewards for Casino Story Missions and Casino Work.
Login Reward: "The Many Wives of Alfredo Smith" t-shirt.
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2024: Love Month Celebration
The February 8, 2024, update marked a week-long celebration encompassing Valentine's Day, Lunar New Year, and Carnival:
Triple Rewards: In the "Shotgun Wedding" and "Till Death Do Us Part" Adversary Modes.
Double Bonuses: On Transform Races.
Free Items: Players received Red and Yellow Heart Shades, with Bodyguards earning Purple Heart Shades.
Carnival Gifts: Items like the Carnival Sun Dress and Bigness Carnival Sports Tee were available.
Lunar New Year Gifts: A Red Envelope containing GTA$188,888, along with themed masks and clothing.
Casino Bonuses: Increased chances of finding diamonds inside the vault during the Diamond Casino Heist.
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2025: Valentine's Week Update
The update for the week of February 13, 2025, introduced several Valentine's-themed rewards and events:
Login Rewards: Players received the Heartbreaker Robe and either the Heartbreaker Bustier or Boxer Shorts. Associates and Bodyguards were granted the Valentines Blazer.
Free Champagne: Bleuter'd Champagne was available for free at bars.
Triple Rewards: The "Till Death Do Us Part" Adversary Mode offered triple GTA$ and RP, along with the Heartbreak Pendant and Pink Heart Shades.
Additional Bonuses: Triple rewards for Casino Story Missions and Agatha's Casino Work, double rewards for Taxi Work and Hotring Races.
Discounts: 30% off the Casino Master Penthouse and its upgrades.
Lucky Wheel Prize: The BF Club was featured as the Lucky Wheel prize at the Diamond Casino.
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