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Business is booming in September 28 GTA Online Update

Rockstar's nod to Oktoberfest with in-game Alpine Hat till October 4.


Rockstar Games is encouraging players to play Assault on Cayo Perico and The Cayo Perico Heist more.

The digital streets of Los Santos are bustling with activity this week, courtesy of the latest update rolled out by Rockstar on September 28. The game’s latest update not only bolsters the ever-evolving world of Grand Theft Auto with a fresh round of content, bonuses, and rewards but also introduces some impactful changes to the well-received Assault on Cayo Perico heist.

Foremost, players invested in the Assault on Cayo Perico heist might need to revise their strategies and expectations. Rockstar has recalibrated the setup costs and finale payouts for the heist, most prominently increasing the setup costs from $25,000 to a whopping $100,000. Additionally, the payouts for several primary and secondary targets have been scaled down. However, the payments for The Madrazo Files, the Pink Diamond, and Gold as a secondary target remain untouched. To balance the scale, Rockstar is doubling the base GTA$ payouts for Assault on Cayo Perico, and boosting rewards for those who rise to the challenge of optional missions.

GTA Online aficionados can expect a sprinkle of celebratory gifts this week as well, so make sure to scroll down below to find out more:

Furthermore, as a nod to Oktoberfest, the traditionally-styled Alpine Hat can be added to the in-game wardrobe of every player until October 4. Another sartorial freebie is the Red Happy Moon Tee, marking the Mid-Autumn Festival, which players can claim simply by logging in.

GTA Online’s popularity continues to amaze those who’ve been waiting for it to fail for the past decade.

Premium Deluxe Motorsport Showroom

  • Imponte Ruiner ZZ-8 (Muscle) – 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird.
  • Penaud La Coureuse (Sports) – Renault R5 Turbo 3E
  • Toundra Panthere (Sports) – 2017 Alpine A110
  • Dinka Sugoi (Sports) – Honda Civic Type R FK8
  • Benefactor Feltzer (Sports) – Mercedes-Benz SL65,

Luxury Autos Showroom

  • Dinka RT3000 (Sports) – Honda S2000 (AP) roadster
  • Ocelot Lynx (Sports) – Jaguar F-Type

Diamond Casino Podium

  • The ritzy Diamond Casino & Resort is showcasing the Maibatsu Penumbra FF as its podium car for the week. For those fluent in the language of cars, this vehicle is a digital echo of the real-world Mitsubishi Eclipse. While it comes with an in-game price tag of $1,380,000, a spin of the Diamond Casino’s prize wheel might just land you this car for free.

Car Meet Prize Ride

  • If the allure of the racetrack calls you, consistently finishing in the top five of LS Car Meet races for two consecutive days might secure you the Übermacht Sentinel Classic, a two-door coupé reminiscent of the BMW E30 M3.
  • The following cars are available to test from September 28 through October 5:
    • Dinka Jester Classic – Toyota Supra JZA80 (Mk IV)
    • Dewbauchee Seven-70 – Aston Martin One-77
    • Dewbauchee Rapid GT – Aston Martin Vantage

Discounts

  • 50% off
    • Dinka Sugoi (Sports)
  • 40% off
    • Executive Office Upgrades and Modifications
    • Bunker Upgrades and Modification
    • Nightclub Upgrades and Modifications
    • Biker Clubhouse Upgrades and Modifications
    • Dewbauchee Seven-70 (Sports)
    • Ocelot Lynx (Sports)
    • Molotvs (exclusive to GTA+ Members)
    • Sticky Bombs (exclusive to GTA+ Members)
    • Proximity Mines (exclusive to GTA+ Members)
  • 30% off
    • Dinka Sugoi (Sports)
    • Dinka RTA3000 (Sports)
    • Imponte Ruiner ZZ-8 (Muscle)
  • 20% off
    • Up-N-Atomizer
While the lack of a GTA 6 update remains disappointing, fans are still happy that GTA Online continues to get quality updates.

In the grander narrative of the GTA universe, this update serves as a reminder of Rockstar’s commitment to providing a dynamic, responsive, and immersive experience for players. The developers have voiced their intent to “continue to monitor GTA$ payouts across all activity types and make further adjustments as needed.”

While fans keenly await the elusive GTA 6 release date, the consistent and engaging updates to GTA Online is proof of the longevity and adaptability of the Grand Theft Auto franchise. From fresh content drops to event-themed freebies, Rockstar ensures that every week in the world of GTA Online feels both familiar and refreshingly new.

Speaking of, Rockstar Games is giving away the GTA Trilogy remaster for free to anyone with a GTA+ subscription. This is a huge bonus on top of the Bravado Hotring Hellfire being given away to subscribers this month.

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Ray Ampoloquio
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Hooked since first hearing "Hmm...nice bike" as a kid over a decade ago, Ray provides entertaining GTA coverage blending nostalgia for the golden age with hype about the future. // Full Bio