Rockstar Games announced that cheating in GTA Online has decreased. They made some updates to the game and noticed other changes in how players behave. They also shared some results and asked players questions in a new survey.
Next-Gen Features on PC
On Monday, a question from Rockstar Games’ new survey was reported. It suggests that the next-gen features might come to PC in the next three months. This has sparked excitement among PC gamers looking forward to enhanced graphics and performance. More details about that question can be found here, but it was just one of many in the survey.
Full Survey and Insights
Fortunately, well-known GTA content creator Gtamen shared the full survey. He made a video going through it, and as usual, it includes some interesting details. These surveys are sent out from time to time, with the last major one reaching players’ inboxes in August.
Survey Focus and Player Feedback
Rockstar’s survey includes many questions, mostly general ones about new content added in the past six months. It gives players a chance to share what they like or dislike about the game. However, some questions stood out as more important.
Anti-Cheat System: BattlEye
First, let’s look at a question about the Anti-Cheat system Rockstar added in September:
“We recently introduced BattlEye, an anti-cheat software that helps us identify and take action against cheaters. Since its introduction, we have observed a significant reduction in the level of cheating in GTA Online on PC. Have you noticed the reduction in cheating in GTA Online?”
Some players believe there are fewer cheaters in the PC version of GTA Online, and it’s good to have official confirmation. BattlEye quickly disabled many free mod menus, which caused developers to stop working on these cheats.
Impact on Linux Devices
It’s unfortunate that GTA Online no longer works on Linux devices like the Steam Deck, but this seems to be the best choice for most players. Around the same time, Respawn also stopped supporting Linux for Apex Legends. They reported a 33% drop in cheaters after that.
Fraudulent Activities and Ban Waves
One page of the survey mentions that Rockstar launched a ban wave targeting players who obtained money through unfair methods:
“There has been a wide-scale removal of accounts with inflated player rank or illegitimate GTA$.”
The exact timing of this ban wave is not known, though. This action demonstrates Rockstar’s commitment to maintaining a fair and enjoyable gaming environment.
Oppressor MkII Nerf
A big problem for GTA Online players over the years has been the Oppressor MkII causing chaos in the skies over Los Santos during sell missions and other activities. Similar to the Anti-Cheat question, Rockstar asked players if they’ve noticed less trouble with the Oppressor.
“We recently decreased the effectiveness of the Oppressor MkII hoverbike and its lock-on missiles in our efforts to balance the vehicles available for players. Since these changes, have you noticed a decrease in the amount of aerial griefing you’ve experienced in GTA Online lobbies?”
This suggests they’ve seen a significant drop in the number of Oppressor MkII users causing problems for other players.
Community Engagement
Rockstar’s efforts to engage with the community and gather feedback through surveys are commendable. If you missed the survey, we suggest checking out Gtamen’s video, where he covers all the questions with some humor. These initiatives help the developers understand player preferences and make informed decisions to improve the gaming experience.
Conclusion
Rockstar Games’ ongoing commitment to reducing cheating and improving gameplay experiences in GTA Online is evident through their recent updates and surveys. As they continue to listen to player feedback and implement changes, the future of GTA Online looks promising and more enjoyable for all players.
