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GTA Online’s ‘A Safehouse in the Hills’ Goes Live With Buyable Mansions, Mission Creator, New Vehicles

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Overview

  • Rockstar’s update is rolling out globally on December 10 at 4:00 a.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. UTC across all platforms.
  • On PlayStation, GTA Online no longer requires PS Plus for access to the DLC, with community reporting indicating the free‑play period will run for about two weeks.
  • Players can now purchase highly customizable mansions in Los Santos featuring an AI concierge/assistant, dedicated security, and optional upgrades such as an armory, arcade, car podium, and full vehicle workshop, with pricing yet to be disclosed.
  • The release adds a full Mission Creator for designing and publishing custom jobs, plus new story content that brings back Michael De Santa in an effort to halt a mass‑surveillance project.
  • New vehicles showcased include the Vapid FMJ MK V and a self‑driving Karin Vivanite Minivan operated by KnoWay, alongside expanded Hao’s Special Works compatibility, wider Missile Lock‑On Jammer support, and new law‑enforcement vehicles.