GTA Online Gets Yet Another Update for December 2024

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GTA Online Gets Yet Another Update for December 2024



Summary

  • GTA Online received another patch following its Agents of Sabotage update in mid-December 2024.
  • The new release is only available on PC because it fixes a PC-specific bug with the BattlEye anti-cheat system.



Another Grand Theft Auto Online update is now available for download on PC, having debuted on December 13. This is a noticeably smaller release compared to the previous GTA Online update.

The latest major content drop for Rockstar’s hit live-service game debuted on December 10 in the form of the Agents of Sabotage update. Apart from a new set of story missions, it introduced the Garment Factory business, new vehicles, and even a Vice City Easter egg for GTA Online players to discover, among other novelties.

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Three days after the Agents of Sabotage update debuted across all versions of GTA Online, Rockstar pushed out another patch on Friday, December 13. This release is only available on PC, with its changelog mentioning but one item: a fix for a bug that could result in players being kicked from GTA Online after receiving a BattlEye notification. Because of its minimal content, the December 13 update does not come with a new version number. Rockstar continues to classify it as part of the 1.70 release, the same designation given to the December 10 patch. Hotfixes of this sort are a common occurrence following major GTA Online updates like Agents of Sabotage, and even more of them could be on the way in the days ahead.


As for this particular update, the reason it’s only available on PC is that it tweaks a PC-specific feature. BattlEye is an anti-cheat system that was added to GTA Online back in September 2024, following a decade’s worth of fan pleas. If it detects suspicious activity or unauthorized behavior, it will alert the player about its findings via an in-game notification. Depending on the type of the issue, BattlEye can exercise its authority to kick players out of a game. While Rockstar’s latest changelog doesn’t go into a lot of details on what exactly has been fixed with the December 13 patch, it implies that the company’s BattlEye implementation might have resulted in some false positives.


Agents of Sabotage was the final big GTA Online update that was planned for 2024. Since 2019, Rockstar has consistently treated its hit game to two major content drops per year and is still showing no signs of slowing down. It remains to be seen how much longer the company keeps up with this release pace. While GTA Online is still going strong, with millions of fans continuing to return to it on a monthly basis, there’s a chance that a significant chunk of its player base will migrate to the online component of GTA 6 once the much-anticipated game finally hits the market.


GTA Online Update 1.70 Patch Notes

[December 13, 2024] – PC

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being kicked from GTA Online after receiving a BattlEye alert

[December 10, 2024] - PS5 / PS4 / Xbox Series X|S / Xbox One / PC

The Agents of Sabotage Title Update adds new Freemode content, a new business for players to manage, Vehicles, and a range of experience improvements and Creator additions.

Darnell Bros Garment Factory


  • Purchasing the Garment Factory from Maze Bank Foreclosures opens up The FIB Files, a series of new multi-stage scores where you’ll master your hacking, infiltrating, and technical sabotage skills. You’ll also get access to Bureau Tech upgrades for the Terrorbyte, and a number of other amenities:
  • Garment Factory owners can complete new FIB Files, sourced via new contact Jodi and launched from either a computer or via the new Darnell Inc. phone app in Freemode
  • Each week the Priority File can be completed once for an increased reward
  • Jodi’s connections also grant Garment Factory owners access to a suite of Bureau Tech upgrades for an owned Terrorbyte:
    • Master Control Terminal – Allows access to a range of owned businesses from the rear of the Terrorbyte
    • Collectible Scanner – Nearby collectibles will be displayed while driving the Terrorbyte
    • Silent Running – While stationary, the Terrorbyte will be removed from the map for other players
    • Missile Lock-On Jammer
  • The Garment Factory grants 10 additional vehicle storage spaces in the basement
  • The Garment Factory basement grants underground access to various exit points spread around Los Santos that can also be used to enter the Garment Factory while in Freemode
  • Garment Factory staff will gradually accumulate additional income, adding cash to the owner’s safe
  • This property will come with new Awards as well as Career Progress Challenges on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles


Additional Dispatch Works

  • New Dispatch Work has been added to the existing pool that can be accessed while driving an owned Law Enforcement personal vehicle in Freemode
  • Dispatch Work cannot be accessed when part of an Organization or Motorcycle Club

Vehicles

Six new vehicles have been added:

  • Bravado Banshee GTS (Sports) – With Hao’s Special Works Upgrade (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S)
  • Dinka Jester RR Widebody (Sports)
  • Karin Chavos V6 (Sedan)
  • Canis Terminus Patrol (Emergency) – Law Enforcement Vehicle
  • Vapid Caracara Pursuit (Emergency) – Law Enforcement Vehicle
  • Police Predator (Boat)

The following vehicles are returning for general sale and can now be upgraded with the Imani-Tech Missile Lock-On Jammer upgrade inside an owned Agency Workshop:

Available via the Legendary Motorsports website:


  • Annis RE-7B
  • Gallivanter Baller LE
  • Gallivanter Baller LE (Armored)
  • Benefactor Stirling GT
  • Pfister Comet SR
  • Grotti Stinger GT
  • Pegassi Infernus
  • Enus Cognoscenti 55
  • Enus Cognoscenti 55 (Armored)
  • Obey 9F
  • Obey 9F Cabrio
  • Annis Savestra
  • Ocelot XA-21
  • Annis S80RR
  • Truffade Z-Type
  • Pegassi Zorrusso
  • Lampadati Tigon
  • Coil Cyclone
  • Vysser Neo
  • Ocelot Locust

Available via the Southern San Andreas Super Autos website:

  • Pegassi Bati 801RR
  • Maibatsu Sanchez (Livery)
  • Maibatsu Sanchez
  • RUNE Cheburek
  • Dinka Double T
  • Bravado Buffalo S

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S Exclusive Weapon

  • GTA+ Members will gain early access to a new weapon , the El Strickler, which can be claimed from the Gun Van for free
  • The El Strickler will be made available for general purchase at a later date

Economy Updates

  • Base GTA$ payout rates for both Drag and Drift Races have been increased

Cosmetics

  • More than 100 pieces of male clothing have been added to clothing stores
  • More than 100 pieces of female clothing have been added to clothing stores
  • One new male and one new female hair style have been added to barber shops

Experience Improvements

Several changes have been made to GTA Online as part of this update.


  • Owned Law Enforcement Vehicles can now activate Emergency Lighting independently from Sirens
  • When launching certain missions, like Salvage Yard Robberies, Project Overthrow, or The First Dose and The Last Dose from Los Santos Drug Wars, players will be granted one unit of Body Armor to use (based on highest quality unlocked)
  • A range of updates have been made to the Passed Out VIP and Troublemaker events that can occur in owned Nightclubs:
    • Both events can now occur while in Passive Mode, however players will need to leave Passive Mode to interact with them
    • The spook threshold of the Passed Out VIP has been increased, allowing players to drive at higher speeds
  • PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S players will now receive Help Text if they have any unclaimed Career Progress Rewards
  • A new Safety and Alerts space has been added in the Pause > Online menu
  • Added new notifications that appear for remote players when a player is suspended from voice or text chat while in session
  • Players will now see Help Text alerting them how to turn off PC text chat when first sending or receiving a message


GTA+ Updates

The Vinewood Club App

  • GTA+ Members can now claim any Destroyed Vehicles for free via the in-game Vinewood Club phone app

The Vinewood Club Garage

  • GTA+ Members can now access the following options from inside The Vinewood Club Garage:
    • Hao’s Special Workshop Upgrades
    • Benny’s Original Motor Works Supermod Upgrades
    • Drift Tuning Upgrades
    • Arena War Headlights

Creator Updates

Several updates have been added to the Race Creator as part of this update.

Race Creator

  • The default catchup setting for newly created races is now set to Advanced Medium
  • Creators of races can now choose what the default catchup setting of their race will be in lobbies
  • A setting has been added to the Stunt Race Creator that allows players to choose weather settings in lobbies

Fixes

The Agents of Sabotage update brings a range of fixes to various issues.

Game Stability and Performance

  • Fixed multiple crashes and issues affecting stability that occurred in GTAV

Matchmaking and Networking


  • Fixed multiple issues that affected network stability in GTA Online

Content

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in PC players crashing with a corrupt game data error if voice chat was enabled
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in The Prison Break Heist Finale failing unexpectedly
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to claim the Ocelot Virtue after completing all First and Last Dose missions
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to complete the ‘Source all types of Special Items’ Career Progress Challenge for Further Adventures in Finance and Felony
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to complete ‘The Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid’ Platinum Award
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players not being awarded the Gooch outfit when expected
  • Fixed multiple issues affecting Assault on ATT-16
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players not progressing through ‘Planning Work: Elevator Key’ during The Union Depository Contract
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the health bar of the transporter not updating during The Superdollar Deal Contract
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the ‘Playlist Rank Best First’ Starting Grid option not functioning as intended
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the ‘Advanced Catchup’ setting not functioning as intended
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to fly an owned Thruster into the hold of their Avenger while it hovers
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck while putting targets in handcuffs during Bounty missions
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to access the weapon wheel during Repo – Sasquatched
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players becoming out of sync during Last Dose 2 – Unusual Suspects
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck during Last Dose 5 – BDKD, preventing progression
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Drag Race leaderboards not updating as expected
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Jenette sending the same target image multiple times during Bounty missions
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck during Bounty missions
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the convoy stopping unexpectedly during Most Wanted – Thompson Fixed an issue that resulted in the player teleporting unexpectedly during Most Wanted – Thompson
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being shown securing the target underwater during Most Wanted – Thompson
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Brock Thompson spawning under the map and shooting players during Most Wanted – Thompson
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players briefly seeing under the map during Most Wanted – Lieberman
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players not being placed in vehicles when expected during Most Wanted – Garcia
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the wrong vehicle being used during Most Wanted – Garcia
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Nightclub troublemakers appearing briefly after being kicked out
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Treasure Hunt introduction email not being sent to players while in Freemode
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in The Bogdan Problem – Setup: Rescue ULP failing unexpectedly
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Street Dealers moving unexpectedly
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in SFX looping while playing Story Mode Parachute Jumps
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in enemies not spawning and preventing progression during The Prison Break Finale
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the radar disappearing during the Nightlife Leak
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in muggers interrupting Nightclub DJ missions, preventing progression Fixed an issue that resulted in objects not appearing during Liquidize Assets missions
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in enemies not appearing on the radar during The Cayo Perico Heist Finale
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Pavel not sending the safe combination to players during The Cayo Perico Heist Finale, preventing progression
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in P Moss not entering the Avenger at the start of Project Overthrow – Unconventional Warfare, preventing progression
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Avenger flying away from players during Project Overthrow – Unconventional Warfare, preventing progression
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Avenger appearing in the wrong place during Project Overthrow – Falling in
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in enemies respawning unexpectedly during Project Overthrow – Falling In
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to intimidate the golfer during The Contract – On Course
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Brickade spawning in the wrong place during First Dose 6 – Off The Rails
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players respawning constantly during First Dose 4 – Uncontrolled Substance, preventing progression
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck under the Facility during The Doomsday Scenario – Marked Cash
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in no music playing during the High Society Leak
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players spawning under the map during Assault on Cayo Perico
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in teams being given the incorrect match result during Arena War – Carnage
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the client not entering the escape vehicle during Special Vehicle Work – Escape Escort, preventing progression
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the time of day being updated unexpectedly during MC Deathmatches
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in enemies struggling to attack players in the Smuggler – Steal Cargo mission
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Drag Race leaderboard displaying incorrect GTA$ rewards when playing multiple rounds
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being wrongly considered AFK during Drag Races, denying them rewards
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Drift Race leaderboards appearing out of sync for multiple players
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Random Transform leaderboards containing information in the wrong columns.
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to use the Axe of Fury Arcade Machine
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to access the online leaderboard for a Job while in the lobby


Properties

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck inside the Bail Office holding cell
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being able to drive personal vehicles inside the Bail Office
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Jenette’s phone screen copying the player’s phone screen inside the Bail Office
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in secured targets not appearing in the Bail Office holding cell
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Bottom Dollar Bounties ‘Step Two: Profit’ Platinum Award not unlocking
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to leave properties while On Call
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being able to enter the Bail Office in a non-personal vehicle Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck when moving to the cab of the Terrorbyte inside an owned Nightclub
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to access the Personal Interaction menu after entering another player’s apartment
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to enter an owned Hangar while in a Pegasus aircraft
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in some inputs losing functionality after entering an owned Hangar with a Pegasus aircraft
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck when driving their Acid Lab into the Freakshop Fixed an issue that resulted in the Motorcycle Club introduction playing incorrectly


Vehicles

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in multiple drift tuned vehicles missing updated camera functionality
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the emergency lights on the Bravado Greenwood Cruiser not functioning
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players adding Turbo tuning to the Överflöd Pipistrello
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being kicked from a session for being idle while modifying vehicles
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Ghosts Exposed Albany Brigham livery being removed from players’ unlocks
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the camera moving erratically when aiming out the side of various helicopters
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the RM-10 Bombushka’s armor upgrade levels being scaled incorrectly
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to claim destroyed vehicles from Mors Mutual Insurance
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the drift tune upgrade price for the Übermacht Sentinel Classic Widebody being incorrect
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck while modifying their vehicle inside the LS Car Meet
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in spoiler prices being changed unexpectedly while modifying a vehicle inside the LS Car Meet
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players not modifying their Avenger inside an owned Facility


Miscellaneous

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in highway paddles not bending as expected when being walked or driven over
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players’ crew ranks being incorrectly displayed as level one
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players’ preferred default action choices not persisting
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Battle Rifle having a black outline around it on the weapon wheel
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to store the Candy Cane or Snowball Launcher weapons inside Gun Lockers
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in weapons that had been hidden via the Gun Locker appearing during missions
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in custom Gun Locker Loadouts being overridden when collecting dropped weapons
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Mechanic not delivering personal vehicles to the LS Car Meet
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in personal vehicles being delivered far away from the player when requested while on Elysian Island
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck in the LS Car Meet Test Track after entering on foot
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players getting stuck dancing inside The Music Locker


Xbox Specific

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in some players being unable to connect to GTA Online on Xbox Series X|S
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players not receiving property invites from other players
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to accept an invite from other players
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players with insufficient permissions for online play were not directed to the Xbox store when trying to access GTA Online

PC Specific

  • Fixed numerous issues relating to stability and security

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S Only

  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players being unable to navigate through the Career Progress menu
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in the Tier 1 Original Heists challenge requiring a High-End or Custom Apartment not unlocking when expected

Creator


  • Fixed an issue that resulted in empty options appearing inside the Survival Creator
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in numerous driver units not functioning as expected
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in incorrect instructions being given during the Deathmatch Creator Tutorial
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in Community Series Jobs being credited to Rockstar Created instead of the original creator
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in players losing functionality when testing a mode in the Creator

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