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Time of India
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
GTA 5 launches in Saudi Arabia and UAE after 12 years with strict 21+ age rating but players have mixed reactions
It's finally official. After being banned for over a decade, GTA 5 is now available for purchase in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Players have been accessing the game through unofficial means all these years, but July 17 marked its first-ever native release in the region. However, this launch comes with a unique condition: you must be at least 21 to play it. It's a rating never seen before anywhere else in the world for GTA 5, but authorities in Saudi Arabia and UAE seem to think the game's mature content deserves stricter control. عِش تجربة الترفيه الهائلة مع Grand Theft Auto V وGrand Theft Auto Online المصنفة +21 في المملكة العربية السعودية ودولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.متوفرة الآن على PlayStation 5. What is the age restriction for GTA 5 in Saudi Arabia and the UAE? The region's ratings boards have given GTA 5 a 21+ rating, which is exclusive to these countries. This restriction reflects the game's controversial content, which includes violence, explicit scenes, and crime themes that have been sensitive topics in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. PlayStation Arabia announced the game's availability on X, confirming it's out on PS5 from July 17 with the +21 age certificate. What are players saying about GTA 5's release in Saudi Arabia? While some players in Saudi Arabia and UAE are happy to finally play GTA 5 legally, others aren't too impressed. A few pointed out that the age rating doesn't change the game's content, asking whether the rating makes it 'halal' now. Another major complaint is the lack of Arabic translation. Players have questioned the point of officially launching the game if many local gamers won't even understand the language. GTA 5 is now legal but still divisive Despite the excitement, the launch hasn't satisfied everyone. Some believe the release should have come with cultural adjustments, while others are just glad it's finally available. Either way, GTA 5 is now officially on shelves in Saudi Arabia and UAE but only for those 21 and above.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
GTA V gets official launch date in Saudi Arabia, to debut on Sony PlayStation 5 from…
Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V), a popular open-world video game, is finally making its debut in Saudi Arabia. The game was long unavailable in the country due to its mature content. However, it is not scheduled to make its official launch in Saudi Arabia on July 17, 2025. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The official handle of PlayStation Arabia shared the update through a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). A translated version of the post reads: 'Experience the ultimate entertainment with Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online, rated +21 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Available on July 17 on PlayStation 5.' The announcement marks a major shift in the country's stance toward global video game content. The game has been given a 21+ age rating, the highest possible under Saudi guidelines. Will GTA V be edited It is not yet clear whether any parts of the game will be censored for the region. However, some reports state that it is likely that the Casino feature in GTA Online will be removed, as gambling content often faces restrictions in local markets. What it means for GTA VI With GTA V finally approved, gamers are now hopeful about the future release of Grand Theft Auto VI in the region. It remains to be seen whether GTA VI will launch in Saudi Arabia at the same time as other markets, but the chances look better than ever. Rockstar Games , the creator of GTA series, has officially confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) will release on May 26, 2026. The initial expectation had targeted a release in late 2025, but Rockstar has now pushed the launch into the following year, citing quality standards and development needs as the primary reasons. 7 Things You May Have Missed in the GTA 6 Second Trailer
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Rockstar Games announces ‘Money Fronts' update for GTA 5 Online, launching June 17: Gameplay, new vehicles and more
Rockstar Games has officially announced "Money Fronts," the next major update for Grand Theft Auto Online, set to arrive on June 17, 2025. The update introduces a sophisticated layer to the criminal underworld of San Andreas, allowing players to establish seemingly legitimate businesses as covers for their illicit activities, reminiscent of the popular series Breaking Bad. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now At the heart of the "Money Fronts" update is the ability for players to acquire and manage a range of storefronts that operate as fronts for money laundering. The entry point into this new venture is the iconic Hands On Car Wash in Strawberry. GTA 5 Online update: New money laundering fronts At the core of the update is the Hands On Car Wash, a low-profile but cash-intensive business that allows players to launder dirty money. With support from Martin Madrazo, players will connect with new advisors who help them manage operations, unlock additional fronts, and expand their laundering empire. Players will be able to expand their legitimate portfolio to include other businesses like the "Smoke on the Water" dispensary and "Higgins Helitours." These additional fronts will not only help launder ill-gotten gains but also boost the earnings from existing criminal enterprises, such as weed farms and air freight cargo. Owning the car wash will also provide access to other businesses, including the Smoke on the Water dispensary and Higgins Helitours, which enhance earnings from Weed Farms and Air Freight Cargo networks. Illegal activities tied to these operations will generate Heat, attracting unwanted attention. Players must balance criminal dealings with legitimate business management to keep their passive income flowing while avoiding law enforcement scrutiny. New vehicles and gameplay enhancements The Money Fronts update also introduces a range of new vehicles, including: * Karin Everon RS (SUV) * Declasse Tampa GT (Muscle Car) * Western Police Bike (for Dispatch Work missions) Additionally, Rockstar is rolling out quality-of-life improvements, such as: * Missile Lock-On Jammer support for 50 more vehicles * Option to skip certain cutscenes when replaying missions * Arena Points earnings doubled * Increased delay for global signals during public Sell Missions * Removal of Boxville van from Biker Sell Missions
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Business Standard
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
GTA Online: Diamonds in vault, triple rewards, big discounts till June 16
Rockstar Games has rolled out a new weekly update for Grand Theft Auto Online, packed with discounts, boosted payouts, and high-stakes heist opportunities. As per the company's official blog post, the update runs through June 16, after which a summer DLC is expected, according to IGN citing Reddit threads. GTA Online update: What's new this week Diamonds in the vault: Plan the Diamond Casino Heist via your Arcade and score big—Diamonds are guaranteed loot through June 16. Double payouts: Complete casino story missions to stop the Duggan takeover and earn 2x GTA$ and RP. These missions are available to Master Penthouse owners via Agatha Baker's office or the Jobs menu. $100,000 bonus: Finish any two Casino Work Missions by June 16 to receive a GTA$100K bonus. Vehicle Cargo Sell Missions: Earn 2x GTA$ and RP; Vehicle Warehouses are 30 per cent off this week for CEOs. All Hotring Circuit and Issi Classic races in the Featured Series Seven unique community jobs: [Suga] Hotring Bananarama by Sugarleaf [GtaR] Sphinx-ter by GTA_RRRacing SNIPER VS SNIPER-Gorux by El_Gorux # Simsala-Bam RNG by Halunkenbande1 Tumbling Jooons by dnbwarrior13 Duck Dodge Drive by Skpd23 Blind Bends by teltow Discounts and deals Up to 40 per cent off vehicles, including Insurgent, Itali GTO, Rebla GTS, Comet SR, Taipan, Dominator ASP, Tailgater S, Flash GT, Drift Yosemite 30 per cent off properties and upgrades for Arcade, Master Penthouse, Vehicle Warehouse Gun Van deals: 50 per cent off Railgun, 40 per cent off Widowmaker (GTA+ members only) Weekly prizes Lucky Wheel vehicle: Karin Futo GTX GTA 6 release date confirmed In related news, Grand Theft Auto 6 is officially set to launch globally on May 26, 2026, marking Rockstar Games' next major entry in the franchise.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) Raises $1.0 Billion in Equity
After the market closed on Tuesday, Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO) announced its offer to raise around $1.0 billion by the sale of 4.75 million new shares at $225 per share in a public offering. While the company hasn't mentioned any specific usage of the funds raised, it plans to use the net proceeds from this offering for general corporate purposes, which may include debt repayment or future acquisitions. In line with the pricing of the new shares, the share price was down around 4% in the after-hours trading, at the time of writing. A gamer playing a game on one of the specialty retail company's gaming platforms. Last Friday, Take-Two reported a healthy set of results for Q4 2025 (FY ends in March). The quarterly net bookings of $1.58 billion (+17% year-over-year) came in 2% ahead of expectations and were supported by continued traction in its games, such as NBA 2K25 and Grand Theft Auto Online. On a slightly negative note, adjusted EPS of $1.08 trailed expectations of $1.12. The company guided for FY 2026 net bookings of around $5.95 billion, below the consensus of $7.8 billion. However, the guidance factors in the impact from the delay of the release of Grand Theft Auto VI from late 2025 to May 2026, which was already announced a few weeks ago. Following the results, an analyst from Benchmark reiterated his Buy rating on Take-Two and raised his price target on the shares to $250, up from $225 earlier. The analyst called the results a strong finish to the year with strength across the core businesses. Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO) is a leading video game company that develops, publishes, and markets interactive entertainment for consumers worldwide principally through publishing labels of Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. While we acknowledge the potential of TTWO as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than TTWO and that has 100x upside potential, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock. READ NEXT: and 10 Unstoppable Stocks That Could Double Your Money. Disclosure: None.
