The clock is ticking for PlayStation Plus subscribers who still wish to play Grand Theft Auto V at no extra cost.
If you're a PlayStation Plus subscriber, brace yourself — one of the biggest games is departing the service next month.
On June 18, 2024, Grand Theft Auto V will be removed from the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers, leaving a massive void in the popular subscription service.
GTA 5's longevity and continued popularity over a decade after its 2013 release is simply staggering. While Rockstar has yet to expand the base game's story content, GTA V's outstanding level of detail, immersive world, sharp writing, and dynamic sandbox gameplay has kept players hooked year after year.
Even in 2024, GTA 5 continues topping sales charts against new releases with alarming regularity. How many other 11-year-old games can make that claim? The answer — practically none. GTA V is an unstoppable force, with fans constantly discovering new secrets and experiences within its incredibly dense world.
On PlayStation Plus, GTA 5 has allowed millions of gamers to experience Rockstar's critically-acclaimed masterpiece at no additional cost beyond their subscription. Losing access to such a gaming behemoth is a harsh blow.
The sprawling single-player campaign following the intersecting stories of Michael, Franklin, and Trevor takes dozens of hours to complete. And for those hooked on GTA Online's ever-evolving shared world, the loss stings even more.
While PS Plus subscribers had their window to play GTA V, its departure means the PS Plus tiers will likely take a hit. This is a transformative, generation-defining game that belongs in every gamer's library. Its removal from the service is a major loss and a reminder to play the games you want while you can (that is, if you depend on subscription services).
Besides GTA 5, the other titles leaving PlayStation Plus Extra next month include:
