GTA+ Subscription Service Is Set To Become More Expensive

A notable increase in the cost of Rockstar Games’ GTA+ subscription service is set to take effect from June 11, 2024, marking a significant price hike for users on next-generation consoles. The service, originally introduced in March 2022 for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, will see its monthly fee increase from $5.99 to $7.99, a development reported by Rockstar Intel and confirmed through changes on the official Xbox and PlayStation storefronts.

Rockstar Games Increases The Price For Their GTA+ Subscription Service

The GTA+ service offers members a variety of monthly in-game benefits aimed at enhancing the GTA Online experience. These perks include free cosmetics, bonus in-game currency, discounts on vehicles and weapons, expedited taxi services, access to exclusive locations, and special Shark Cards that provide additional in-game funds. Despite its array of offerings, the introduction of the service received a mixed reception, with a segment of the fanbase expressing skepticism over the monetization strategy in an already well-established game like Grand Theft Auto 5.

The upcoming price adjustment, which Rockstar Games has yet to officially explain, aligns with broader trends within the digital entertainment industry, where subscription-based services have commonly seen fee increases. This trend was recently exemplified by Electronic Arts’ announcement to raise EA Play’s cost by $1-2 per month. Furthermore, in 2023, Microsoft and Sony also increased the prices for their subscription services — Game Pass and PlayStation Plus — by up to 35%. Unlike their competitors, Ubisoft and Nintendo have not yet announced similar increases for their subscription services.