
Right, so you’re still stressing about GTA 6, huh? Thinking it’s gonna be the meteor that wipes out your FiveM server?
Look, I get it. Everyone’s losing their minds over GTA 6. It’s been years in the making, the hype is unreal, and yeah, it’s gonna be massive.
But here’s the thing most people are missing: GTA 6 ain’t the enemy. It’s not some black hole that sucks up all the players and leaves nothing behind. It’s actually a massive opportunity, if you play it smart.
Let’s break down why PlayStation’s bigwigs are actually excited about GTA 6, and how you can use that hype to level up your FiveM server instead of watching it crumble.
Okay, so Rockstar dropped the trailer for GTA 6 late last year, said “late 2025” for release, and then went radio silent. Cue the internet freakout. Delay rumours, 2026 whispers, the whole shebang. Take Two, the money guys behind Rockstar, are still saying 2025, but who really knows with these things, right?
You’re sitting there, running your FiveM server, pouring time and effort in, and you’re thinking: “When GTA 6 finally hits, is everyone just gonna bail? Is my player count gonna tank? Is it all over?”
It’s a legit fear. Especially when you hear stories about other game companies practically hiding under a rock, delaying marketing campaigns because they’re terrified of being overshadowed by the Grand Theft Auto behemoth.
But hold up. Let’s listen to what Greg Rice from PlayStation has to say. He’s not some random dude on Reddit. He’s in the thick of the games industry, especially the indie scene, and he’s got a way different take.

Rice isn’t just saying GTA 6 will be “big.” He’s saying it’s gonna be a boon for the entire gaming ecosystem. He told GamesRadar it’s going to be the “best, awesome, giant game for the year, for sure.”
But here’s the key: he doesn’t see it as a threat. He sees it as fuel for the fire.
Think about it from a wider angle:
Rice gets that some players will become GTA 6 addicts, playing nothing else for months. But that’s not the whole picture.
He points out, “It’ll be the opportunity to get in on the new console generation and see what else is out there.”
Boom. That’s the gold right there. GTA 6 is going to be the gateway drug back into gaming for a lot of people. And once they’re in, they’re gonna start looking around. They’ll be thinking, “Okay, GTA is amazing, but what else is out there?”
That’s where your FiveM server comes in.
Let’s be real, GTA 6 is going to dominate headlines for a while. But that doesn’t mean everyone forgets about everything else. Think about it like movies. A massive blockbuster comes out, everyone talks about it. But do cinemas suddenly shut down for all other films? No. People still go see other movies, especially if they offer something different.
Your FiveM server offers something radically different to single-player, story-driven GTA 6. It’s community, it’s roleplay, it’s customisation, it’s player-driven chaos and creativity. These are things GTA 6, in its core design, just can’t replicate.
Here’s how you can ride the GTA 6 wave and make it work for you:
Michael Douse from Larian Studios (Baldur’s Gate 3) even mentioned that some in the industry are waiting for GTA 6 to “up the price of games.” Everyone’s watching, everyone’s adapting. You need to do the same.
Bottom line: Stop seeing GTA 6 as a threat. See it as a massive spotlight being shone on gaming. Your job is to make sure your FiveM server is positioned to catch some of that light. Don’t get crushed by the wave, learn to surf it.
Q: Seriously, will no one play on my FiveM server when GTA 6 launches?
Come on, mate, don’t be dramatic. Player counts might dip initially, sure. Some people will vanish into GTA 6 for a bit. But plenty will come back, and loads of new players will be entering the gaming world. It’s a temporary shift, not the apocalypse.
Q: Should I just shut down my server and wait until the GTA 6 dust settles?
Absolutely not. That’s like closing your shop because a bigger store opened down the street. Focus on making your shop better, not running away. Keep your server active, keep your community engaged, keep improving.
Q: What kind of “GTA 6-adjacent” content is a good idea?
Think about the themes and style of GTA 6, not direct copies. If GTA 6 is set in Vice City, maybe do a retro 80s week on your server. If the trailers show cool cars, host a car show featuring similar vehicles. Be inspired, not a clone. And always respect copyright, obviously.
Q: How do I attract new players who are coming into gaming because of GTA 6?
Make your server discoverable. Update your server listings, create engaging trailers or showcase videos, be active on social media and FiveM communities. Highlight what makes your server unique and welcoming to newcomers. Run newbie-friendly events or tutorials.
Q: Is it worth investing in my server right now with GTA 6 on the horizon?
100%. Now is the perfect time to invest. Improve your server, build your community, get everything ready. When the GTA 6 wave hits, you want to be in the best possible position to catch it. Think of it as prepping for a surge in interest, not hunkering down for a storm.
Q: What if GTA 6 does get delayed?
Honestly? That just gives you more time to prepare. More time to build your community, more time to refine your server, more time to get your marketing in place. A delay isn’t a disaster, it’s just extra prep time.
Stop thinking of GTA 6 as the end of the world for your FiveM server. Start seeing it as the biggest marketing campaign the gaming industry has ever seen. And you, my friend, can ride that wave all the way to the bank… or at least, to a thriving, bustling FiveM community. Now get to work.