Grand Theft Auto 5 is currently free on Epic Store. The latest in Epic’s weekly giveaways, and originally released all the way back in 2013, you might think there wasn’t anyone left on the planet who hadn’t yet played it – but apparently not. It’s proving so popular that it’s stopping people play Fortnite. (Fortnite, if you haven’t heard of it, is another reasonably popular game about skydiving.)
If you’re one of the people out there who has yet to experienced the joy of Michael, Trevor, and Brad’s extensive misadventures, you’re in for a treat. And even if you already have, there’s no harm in diving back in for a second – or third – helping. After all of that’s in the bag there’s GTA Online beyond the main story to enjoy, too – it’s a game that keeps on giving.
With all that in mind, then, we’ve collected together some of our favourite pieces on GTA V and GTA Online from over the years, including guides, features, and some very interesting interviews.
So sit back, relax, and remember: crime doesn’t pay (though getting GTA V for free definitely counts as a steal).
Grand Theft Auto V PC review
For those coming fresh to the experience, you’re about to play one of the best games ever made. It’s still very much the Grand Theft Auto you’ve known and loved since the series transitioned to 3D open worlds in GTA3, but it has been enhanced and improved to dizzying heights. Read the full story.
How realistic is GTA 5’s jewel heist? We ask a former career criminal
One of Lawton’s main bugbears is the crew itself. When preparing for the GTA heist, Michael de Santa and Lester Crest gather a smattering of talented strangers to form their team. That is their first mistake. “That’s all bullshit. You’d have to know these people like you know the back of your hand. Because you don’t want to trust your life with somebody who has no idea.” Read the full story.
Why would anyone play a cop in GTA 5 RP?
“I didn’t really think of girls as being cops, and I was always kind of thin and wiry. In addition to that, I also have juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, so I didn’t think it would be manageable or possible to meet my goal. But, after roleplaying as a cop, speaking with other officers, and doing a lot of the beginning process and filling out the physical requirements, I discovered that I can do it.” Read the full story.
The best GTA 5 mods
Looking for a list of ridiculous GTA 5 mods? Rockstar’s grandiose RPG has been out in the PC wilds for a few years now, so we’ve seen our fair share of inventive GTA 5 mods. No longer just a few GTA cheats and trainers, the modding scene is now rife with crazy additions, useful tweaks, and big transformations. Read the full list.
GTA RP: the best servers and how to join them
What is GTA RP and how do you download it? Grand Theft Auto V fans are bound to be wondering that as Rockstar’s open-world game continues to skyrocket in viewership figures on Twitch thanks to its RPG community. The reason for the resurgence is a host of prominent streamers who have been engaging with the game’s role playing servers, such as Lirik, Summit1G, and TimTheTatMan. Read the full guide.
You can also find a vast selection of GTA 5 and GTA Online guides and news here. Can you run it? Take the GTA V system requirements test at PCGameBenchmark.