Grand Theft Auto online revealed

Rockstar as announced previously has released a trailer for Grand Theft Auto online.

In a post explaining how GTA Online will work, Rockstar suggest the mode will be initially tied to Grand Theft Auto V, with the intent of it becoming a separate game.

The official statement tells us how the gameplay will be going "Grand Theft Auto Online is a dynamic and persistent online world for 16 players that begins by sharing gameplay features."

"In Grand Theft Auto Online, players have the freedom to explore alone or with friends, work cooperatively to complete missions, band together to participate in activities and ambient events, or compete in traditional game modes with the entire community, all with the personality and refined mechanics of Grand Theft Auto V."

The money players earn from misions can be used to customize their character, improve their stats, purchise real estate, cars, even create their own customized vehicles. Completing missions will grant reputation, cash and it will open up new opportunities to rise through the criminal ranks.

"Acces to Grand Theft Auto Online will be free with every retail copy of Grand Theft Auto V and launches on October 1st."