Adin Ross and Richard “FaZe Banks” Bengtson have revealed their plans to create a custom server for Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) that integrates cryptocurrency into the game’s economy.
The duo, known for their influence in the gaming and streaming communities, intends to launch the server with its own cryptocurrency, providing a new type of in-game economy.
However, despite their ambitious plans, history suggests that Rockstar Games, the developer of the GTA franchise, is unlikely to allow the use of cryptocurrency in the game.
Source: Ryan on X (@scubaryan_)A Crypto-Powered ‘GTA 6’ Server
In a recent livestream, Adin Ross shared the vision for a new GTA 6 server, stating that it would be entirely focused on cryptocurrency. He and FaZe Banks plan to create a server that would not only incorporate a new digital coin but also promote a crypto-based in-game economy. Ross described the server as potentially the largest of its kind.
FaZe Banks further explained that the server would rely heavily on the new coin for transactions, giving players the opportunity to participate in a decentralised economy.
Both Ross and Banks are planning significant financial investment to ensure the server’s success, positioning the project as a groundbreaking development in the gaming space. However, the plans for this crypto-fueled GTA 6 server could be hampered by Rockstar’s historical stance on cryptocurrency.
Source: Rockstar GamesRockstar Games’ History with Crypto Bans
In 2022, Rockstar Games published an article clarifying its position on the use of cryptocurrencies and NFTs in GTA Online and Red Dead Online. The company prohibited the integration of these technologies into player-run servers, citing concerns over their impact on the game’s economy and user experience.
This decision led to the closure of several fan-made GTA servers that had introduced crypto and NFT-based assets. Notably, rapper Lil Durk’s The Trenches server, which featured NFTs, was forced to shut down after Rockstar’s parent company, Take-Two Interactive, issued legal notices to those operating the server. The crackdown suggests that if Ross and Banks move forward with their plans, they will likely face legal obstacles from Rockstar, which has consistently maintained a policy of limiting crypto use in its games.
Despite Rockstar’s firm stance, there are ongoing rumors suggesting that GTA 6 might represent a change in the company’s attitude toward cryptocurrency. Speculation has surfaced that the upcoming title could introduce in-game cryptocurrency rewards or allow for crypto payments. However, these rumors remain unconfirmed, and Rockstar has yet to provide any official comment on the matter.
Additionally, Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar, has expressed interest in blockchain technology through its acquisition of mobile game publisher Zynga in 2022. Zynga has been involved in the development of NFT-based games, which could suggest that Take-Two is exploring opportunities in the web3 space, though it is unclear whether this will have any impact on the GTA franchise.
Whilst it is uncertain whether Rockstar’s policies will evolve, the launch of GTA 6 will be a key moment in determining whether the company is willing to allow crypto integration. Ross and Banks’ plans may ultimately depend on Rockstar’s stance when the game is released later this year.
