12 Years After Launch, GTA V Is Finally Arriving In Two More Countries
Briefly

Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online will officially launch in Saudi Arabia and the UAE on July 17, having been rated 21+ by the General Authority of Media Regulation. This rating is higher than most countries and resembles the ESRB's AO rating. For the first time, gamers in these regions can purchase these titles without resorting to workarounds like imports or fake accounts. This launch may also bode well for the timely release of Grand Theft Auto 6 in these markets, projected for May 2026.
GTA V and Grand Theft Auto Online will finally be available for official purchase in Saudi Arabia and the UAE on July 17, rated 21 and above.
The 21+ rating in Saudi Arabia and the UAE is higher than most countries, roughly equivalent to the ESRB's AO rating, highlighting cultural considerations.
For the first time, gamers in Saudi Arabia and the UAE can purchase GTA V and its online component without resorting to workarounds or imports.
The availability of these games may indicate a smoother path for future releases, like Grand Theft Auto 6, which could launch in May 2026.
Read at Kotaku
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