For a long time, I watchedRobloxandFortnitegrow without fully understanding their potential for creativity. Plenty of players became creators and made a good deal of money from them, while I just watched. It seems like a lot of us missed our chances at making it big with those games. However, Rockstar Games is getting ready to releaseGrand Theft Auto 6, and it looks like a new opportunity has come.
Recent leaks and rumors suggest thatRockstar is reaching out to creatorsfromRoblox,Fortnite, and theGTAmodding community to include user-generated content in the game’s online world. This isn’t just another game; it’sthe start of a metaverse that could be more immersive and lastingthan anything players have seen before. This is a great time to get involved in creating content.
GTA 6 Is Going Into The Metaverse
A New Challenger Has Arrived
Grand Theft Auto 6seems to be aiming to become more of a metaverse platform, similar toRobloxandFortnite. Rockstar Games is reportedly talking with popular creators from those platforms, as well as dedicatedGTAcontent creators. The goal is to let these creators build their own experiences within the game,letting them change environments and add their own contentto theGTAworld. This would bring a new level of customization and create a space where players can interact with user-generated content instead of the usual online play.
Will the long wait for Grand Theft Auto 6 be worth it?
After finally getting the first trailer for the game in December 2023, a recent leak seemingly indicated thatGrand Theft Auto VIwill finally be releasing in October 2025, lining up with Rockstar’s initial reporting that they would release the game in late 2025. While gamers wait to see if this news proves to be true, the question is also whether the wait for its arrival will ultimately be worth it, given it’ll be 12 years sinceGrand Theft Auto Vreleased when the sequel arrives. Though this time gap gives me some reservations, particularly as it seemed Rockstar were more focused on capitalizing onOnline’s success, the shift to a female protagonist and promise of a bigger map gives me some hope.
The potential for this is evident when looking at the existingGTA Onlinerole-playing community. Servers on platforms like FiveM have shown that players want to create their own stories and experiences within theGTAsetting. Allowing creators to design their own levels and narratives is an exciting possibility, andit would be a missed opportunity for Rockstar not to pursue this. By embracing user-generated content,GTA 6could offer a new experience that encourages players and creators to shape the game together.
This approach suggests that Rockstar is considering a “games as a service” model forGTA 6, which makes sense regarding the expected playerbase that would followGTA 6’s projected first-year revenue of three billion dollars. By allowing user-generated content, the game can continually evolve. A key part of making this work will be ensuring that creators feel rewarded and motivated.The success ofFortniteandRobloxis partly due to their creator-focused revenue programs, and Rockstar could benefit from implementing similar programs to keep its community engaged and creative.
There’s Too Much Competition To Become The Next Big Roblox & Fortnite Creator
Getting Noticed Is Extremely Hard
RobloxandFortnitehave huge communities that can be both good and bad, which helpsGrand Theft Auto 6. On one hand, players enjoy a lot of user-made content. On the other hand,this large amount of content makes it really hard for new creators to get noticed. Every day, so many new games and experiences are added that it’s difficult for beginners to stand out against more established creators who already have a big following.
Most of the financial rewards go to the top creators, with only a small percentage of contributors making any significant money. Many creators see little to no financial gain from their hard work, and it’s tough to earn a living as a developer on these platforms. Creating quality content takes a lot of time and effort, but for many,the lack of financial reward makes it feel like a waste of effort.
What To Expect For GTA 6 After Take-Two Interactive’s Earnings Call On February 6
The Take Two Interactive earnings call is close, and Grand Theft Auto 6 is the elephant in the room that may receive big news during the event.
The most successful creators got a head start when both platforms were new and less crowded. They took advantage of the smaller audience and simpler systems, allowing them to raise their followers more easily. Because of this early success,it has become much harder for new creators to break inand build their own audience. It seems the best chance to gain visibility on these platforms was when they were less popular, and that opportunity is gone for newcomers now.
That’s not to say that it’s impossible to make a big game inRobloxorFortnite,but it is very unlikely.For every big game, there are at least a dozen lookalikes, so if players want to do well, they have to compete with those who understand the engine well enough to make clones quickly.
GTA Online 2 Is Another Chance To Make Money By Creating Experiences
It’s Time To Try Out GTA’s Metaverse
The launch of the next version ofGTA Onlineoffers a great opportunity for new creators. UnlikeRobloxandFortnite, which have a lot of existing content,GTA Online 2will barely start developing its creator community. This gives everyone a chance to shine. WithGTA 6on the way and rumors of more focus on user-created content and collaboration with modders,the chances for success in this space are rising.
There likely won’t be a lot of money to be made on any space at first. However, helping to grow the space and improving experiences is the right way. It’s a slow build, but it will be worth it eventually, even ifleaks clamingGTA 6’s online mode will be sold separatelyare true. This is a key moment for anyone willing to put in the effort, asit offers a chance to get in early and take advantage of a growing community. With an open environment and Rockstar’s support,GTA Online 2will likely be a great place for new creators to develop their own unique content.
I’m Not Missing Out On The Next Metaverse, And You Shouldn’t Either
This Is A Once In A Decade Opportunity
Rockstar’s upcoming release has a lot of expectations, includingspeculation ofGTA 6having a high price tag. This huge investment isn’t just about creating an impressive single-player game. This potentially shows thatRockstar is aiming to build a successful online world or metaverse. The size of this project, along with Rockstar’s strong marketing and large fanbase, creates a unique opportunity for creators.
Those who don’t take advantage of this moment may regret it later. This isn’t just another game launch; it’s a chance to be among the first on what could be a groundbreaking platform. The opportunity withGTA 6is unlike anything we’ve seen before. With the backing of such a huge studio like Rockstar and its parent company, Take-Two, it’s hard to imagine the online mode will fail, especially sinceGTAOhas a proven track record, andRed Dead Online’s failurelikely taught the developer some valuable lessons.
Grand Theft Auto 6is likely going to be the biggest launch of the decade, and it’s hard to overstate how important it is. There will be creators trying to get in on day one, and those who want to become the next big name in the space should jump in as soon as possible. The RP community alone is enough proof that players seeGTAas a foundation that can lead to a lot of fun.
