GTA Online Faces New Challenges as Anti-Cheat Measures Target Mod Menus

Following the latest updates in GTA Online, there have been significant changes that shake up the landscape for modding within the game. While mod menus have long been a staple for many players wanting to enhance their experience, recent developments suggest challenging times ahead for these modifications as new anti-cheat measures come into play. The implications of this change are drawing attention from both players and mod developers alike.

Rockstar Games has introduced anti-cheat software into GTA Online as part of their commitment to safeguarding the player community. This move has rendered numerous mod menus ineffective, including a well-known and established one that seems to be signaling a temporary farewell. The implementation of BattlEye Anti-Cheat in yesterday's update aims to protect online gamers from malicious activities, although there remains an approach to deactivate it through the Rockstar Games Launcher for those who prefer the Story Mode.

For those unfamiliar with modding in GTA, Kiddion's Modest Menu was a popular option that allowed players to access various enhancements during gameplay, such as acquiring weapons instantly or maximizing ammunition. However, following the recent update, it appears those features are now unavailable. A member of the Kiddion's team reportedly expressed on Discord that the future looks unclear, indicating that this could be a significant halt for the mod menu's operations. They also warned that some modifications may be permanently affected by the new anti-cheat system, promising to keep the community updated as more information becomes available.

The question remains as to whether modders will find ways to navigate around these new limitations. Just a single day has elapsed since the changes took effect, and many might already be exploring solutions to restore their modding capabilities. For now, however, players will need to adjust to the modified state of GTA Online, just like everyone else.

Looking forward, insight from a former GTA developer suggests that GTA 6 is projected to thrive well into the next decade and that, given the lack of competition, Rockstar is prioritizing quality over release speed, wanting to ensure absolute satisfaction before unveiling the next installment.