RAGE:MP Shuts Down as Take-Two and Rockstar Push FiveM as GTA 5's Only Modding Platform

RAGE:MP, a long-standing multiplayer mod service for *Grand Theft Auto V*, will shut down by June 1, 2026, as part of a broader push by Take-Two and Rockstar Games to consolidate all GTA 5 modding around FiveM. The shutdown was announced in a structured process, with Take-Two requesting the move to centralize modding under a single platform. Server owners are being asked to wind down operations and migrate to FiveM, with all remaining community servers expected to cease operations by August 31, 2026.

What Happened

RAGE:MP has been a popular alternative to FiveM for modded multiplayer experiences in *GTA 5*, particularly among roleplay and custom server communities. However, in a move that aligns with Take-Two and Rockstar’s long-term strategy, the platform will no longer be supported after June 1, 2026. The RAGE:MP team confirmed that the game, server toolkit, and backend infrastructure will be unavailable after this date, with a final deadline for community servers set for late August 2026.

This decision is part of a broader effort to centralize modding around FiveM, which Take-Two acquired in 2023. The company has been vocal about its intent to streamline modding for *GTA 5* and *GTA Online*, with Rockstar-approved tools being developed to support this transition.

Confirmed vs Speculative

The shutdown of RAGE:MP is confirmed, with a clear timeline provided: June 1, 2026, for the platform’s full shutdown, and August 31, 2026, as the final deadline for community servers to migrate. These dates are explicitly stated in the RAGE:MP announcement and are not speculative.

What remains speculative is how this consolidation will affect the broader *GTA* ecosystem, particularly as *GTA 6* approaches. While Take-Two and Rockstar have not commented on how FiveM might evolve in the context of the next *GTA* title, the current push suggests a continued focus on centralizing modding under a single, controlled platform.

Why It Matters For FiveM And GTA RP

For the *GTA RP* (roleplay) community, this shift is significant. RAGE:MP has been a key platform for immersive, story-driven multiplayer experiences, and its closure will force many communities to transition to FiveM. While FiveM is already a dominant platform, this move could lead to a more homogenized modding landscape, with fewer alternatives for developers and players.

The consolidation also reflects a broader trend in the gaming industry: the increasing control of modding ecosystems by publishers. For *GTA 5*, which continues to generate substantial revenue through *GTA Online*, this centralization may help maintain stability and security, but it also limits the diversity of modding experiences.

Practical Impact For Developers And Communities

For developers and server operators, the transition to FiveM will require time and effort. Those who have built custom servers on RAGE:MP will need to reconfigure their setups, test compatibility, and potentially rewrite or adapt scripts and plugins. While FiveM offers a robust ecosystem, the migration process is not without challenges, especially for smaller or independent communities.