Rockstar Games has announced that support for the Rockstar Editor in Grand Theft Auto Online will be ending for PS4 and Xbox One versions of the game. This update is part of the company's strategy to push the boundaries of what's achievable on the last-gen consoles while preparing for future content and maintaining platform stability. PS5 and Xbox Series X|S along with PC versions will continue to have access to the editor. Affected players have until February 20, 2024, to save or export their projects following the guidance available on Rockstar's support page. The article also teases ongoing support for GTA Online with promises of double rewards and vehicle discounts. Furthermore, it briefly touches upon the anticipation for the next installment, Grand Theft Auto 6, suggesting future online features remain undisclosed.

Why is Rockstar removing the Rockstar Editor from GTA Online on PS4 and Xbox One?

Rockstar is removing the Rockstar Editor from GTA Online on PS4 and Xbox One to ensure stability and the capability to continue rolling out new content for these platforms as they approach the limits of their performance capabilities.

Grand Theft Auto Online has been a juggernaut in the online gaming world since its release in October 2013. It expanded upon the concepts introduced in Grand Theft Auto V's single-player mode and provided a platform for players to engage in various criminal endeavors in a rich, open-world setting. Over the years, the game has been updated with massive amounts of free content, keeping the game fresh and increasing its longevity. The Rockstar Editor, added post-launch, has been a creative tool allowing players to record, edit, and share in-game footage. The decision to end support for the editor on older consoles is a sign of the ongoing technological advancements in gaming, as developers shift focus to newer, more capable hardware in preparation for future updates and titles like the much-anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6.