The Powerhouse Behind GTA 5’s FiveM and Red Dead Redemption 2’s RedM Joins Rockstar’s Ranks

Rockstar Games, the renowned developer behind the Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption series, has made a significant move in the gaming community. The company announced its acquisition of Cfx.re, the brilliant minds behind the popular mods FiveM for GTA 5 and RedM for Red Dead Redemption 2. These mods have been instrumental in providing players with custom multiplayer experiences, allowing for enhanced roleplaying scenarios in the respective game worlds.

Over the years, Rockstar has observed the creative community’s innovative ways of expanding the possibilities within GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2. The rise of dedicated roleplay servers, particularly powered by FiveM and RedM, caught the developer’s attention. Recognizing the potential, Rockstar decided to officially support mods made by the roleplaying community, leading to the acquisition of the Cfx.re team.

While both GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 offer rich multiplayer experiences, FiveM and RedM take it a notch higher. They allow players to introduce custom vehicles, maps, and weapons, and even roleplay as any character they wish within the game’s universe. At the time of the announcement, over 170,000 players were actively using the FiveM mod on custom servers.

The essence of GTA roleplaying, as highlighted in a 2018 Polygon feature, is the freedom it offers. Players can immerse themselves in diverse roles, from running a taxi business to becoming a local politician or even a serial killer. The depth of roleplaying in GTA mimics real-life scenarios, making it an enthralling experience for players.

While the exact future plans for FiveM and RedM remain under wraps, the acquisition hints at exciting prospects for the GTA roleplaying community. As Rockstar shifts its focus to the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, the mods ensure that the worlds of GTA Online and Red Dead Online continue to flourish.