Why Grand Theft Auto Online Players Aren't Happy About the New Subscription Service
Recently, Grand Theft Auto Online made the leap to next-generation platforms. To keep up with modern blockbusters, Rockstar packaged the re-release with some neat upgrades that take advantage of the newer hardware, such as high-definition 4K resolution, 60 FPS, and ray tracing for select consoles. However, while these features were welcomed by the community, Rockstar's latest paid subscription service is an addition many gamers aren't happy about.
For the uninitiated, GTA+ is a subscription service that will release only for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X version of GTA Online. Set to roll out across digital storefronts on March 29, the main selling point of the membership program is to provide both new and experienced players on the latest consoles with «valuable benefits» and «member-only discounts.» On top of this, GTA+ earns players a monthly in-game direct deposit of $500,000 to their Maze Bank account, plus the option to claim select business properties in and around the Los Santos area.
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However, while Rockstar set GTA+ up to be a service that will aid casual players and win over other gamers initially put off GTA Online because of its steep financial entry barrier, it appears not everyone agrees with its upcoming inclusion. After all, one only has to check out the replies to Rockstar's official announcement tweet of the service to find that there is an overwhelming amount of fans who are vocally against its introduction.
To summarize the overall sentiments from the community to why GTA+ will have a negative impact on the gameplay experience, many feel locking in-game «exclusive rewards» behind a continual subscription fee is «greedy,» as collectors and hardcore
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