Take-Two forces RAGE:MP to shut down and migrate to FiveM
Intelligence Summary
- Take-Two Interactive is shutting down RAGE:MP and requiring users to move to FiveM for GTA Online modding.
Take-Two forces RAGE:MP to shut down and migrate to FiveM
Take-Two Interactive has announced that the popular RAGE:MP modding platform for Grand Theft Auto V will stop functioning. This decision is the latest step in the company’s effort to centralize GTA Online modding around its own platform, FiveM, which it acquired in 2023. The shutdown of RAGE:MP means server owners will have to follow a structured process to wind down their services and move over to FiveM.
Reasons for the shutdown
Take-Two’s decision to shut down RAGE:MP is intended to bring GTA Online modding into a controllable and approved environment. This aligns with its policy that FiveM is the only authorized modding platform for GTA Online. The RAGE:MP developers have confirmed they have until June 1, 2026 to shut the platform down. After that date, the servers may no longer run and must be fully migrated to FiveM by August 31, 2026.
About FiveM
FiveM was developed by Cfx.re and gives players the ability to create and share custom servers and experiences within the GTA universe. Take-Two’s acquisition of Cfx.re is meant to strengthen the relationship between the company and the modding community. This has been important to GTA’s popularity, especially among fans of roleplaying (RP) mods. In recent years, Rockstar Games has become increasingly involved with the modding community, partly thanks to the growing popularity of GTA RP.
Practical impact for RAGE:MP users
RAGE:MP server owners need to wind down their operations as soon as possible. The official notice makes clear that after June 1, 2026, the RAGE:MP platform will no longer be operational, and all users must ensure their community servers are migrated to FiveM by August 31, 2026. The shutdown of RAGE:MP means the game, server toolkit, and backend infrastructure will no longer be available.
Timeline
June 1, 2026: Official shutdown of RAGE:MP.
August 31, 2026: All community servers must be migrated to FiveM.
2023: Take-Two Interactive acquires FiveM.
The future of modding in the GTA series appears to be heading in a clear direction with these developments. With platforms like RAGE:MP shutting down and FiveM confirmed as the only approved modding platform, Take-Two hopes to create a more unified experience for players. This could not only help control unwanted elements, but also foster a more innovative and creative environment for users.
