Should Rockstar Games have a roadmap of content for GTA Online?

GTA Online's updates have only been drip-fed to users in the past (image via Rockstar Games)
GTA Online's updates have only been drip-fed to users in the past (image via Rockstar Games)

Rockstar's breakout hit GTA Online has essentially taken over the multiplayer video game segment with over 7 years of continued success. Launched as an add-on to GTA 5's singleplayer component, GTA Online exceeded all expectations, as the persistent open world and economy has kept players coming back across generations.

However, with the frequency of updates and the scale that they launch with, it begs the question as to whether GTA Online would benefit from having a public roadmap in the case of content updates.

Also read: 5 essential weapons players should have in their loadout in GTA Online as of 2021

Would GTA Online benefit from having a public content roadmap?


youtube-cover

With GTA Online, the traditional update structure of weekly drip-fed content and occasional DLC releases is followed. The drawback to this approach is that players are only aware of the current week's changes and must wait until next week for content update drops.

With a roadmap structure such as the The Crew 2's for example, players can look forward to specifically what they want in the game and plan their moves accordingly.

The Crew 2's content roadmap is incredibly detailed telling players exactly what they want
The Crew 2's content roadmap is incredibly detailed telling players exactly what they want

With a content roadmap, players can learn which new vehicles are launching at a particular date, save up some money and purchase exactly what they want. In the current system, players experience a lot of buyer's remorse, as they spend millions on vehicles or property, only to find them at a 40% discount in the next week.

The Division 2's roadmap informs players of upcoming events and content
The Division 2's roadmap informs players of upcoming events and content

A detailed roadmap also informs players of new heists and the equipment needed to access them instantly, such as buying the Kosatka to get access to the Cayo Perico heist in the latest title update.

Judging by Rockstar Games' history, a public roadmap seems unlikely as of now, but it would definitely be a welcome change for players of the game.

Also read: GTA 5 on Android: Players will be able to play the game on Android using Xbox Game Pass

Quick Links

Edited by Nikhil Vinod
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
More
More
bell-icon Manage notifications