This week Grand Theft Auto Online received , which added a new attraction - the Diamond Casino Hotel. However, after the release, it became clear that not all users could appreciate it: it was unavailable in more than fifty countries due to local gambling laws.
One of the users said that when trying to buy chips for gambling, he received a message that his account did not have permission to conduct the relevant transactions. Technical support explained to him that this was happening due to regional restrictions related to gambling. About the same on the technical support page of the official Rockstar Games website. Over the course of several days, quite a lot of similar complaints accumulated, and gamers decided to make countries where the latest update is not available. In addition to North Korea, China, Israel, Iran, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates and other countries with strict censorship of video games, it included Poland, Belarus, the Czech Republic, Greece, Cyprus, Portugal, Argentina and Venezuela. For some users all mini-games are closed, for others only some are closed.
Residents of some countries were surprised that local laws do not allow them to have fun in a virtual casino, but at the same time allow loot boxes (which, according to , most gamers consider it a type of gambling). To bypass the restrictions, players use a VPN, but this is not recommended: this may be considered a violation of the terms of the Rockstar user agreement and will be blocked. One of the discussion participants complained that the service he uses cannot cope with games, and he can only “watch others enjoy the update” that he was so eagerly awaiting.
Meanwhile, Twitter user Unknown , how much virtual money will be needed to purchase all the new content of the update. The amount was immodest: $63 or approximately $548 in real currency. The most expensive new items were vehicles ($081 million) and clothing ($800 million), while the casino accounted for “only” $28 million. Micropayments in GTA Online still remain a significant source of Rockstar’s profit, but don’t rush to blame in a thirst for profit. Firstly, it is unlikely that anyone will buy everything offered in the update, secondly, both women's and men's clothing are taken into account here, as well as all styles for the casino, and thirdly, it is not necessary to spend real money - currency can be earned in the game itself.
Diamond opened July 23rd. In the new entertainment center, gamers are offered to play roulette, blackjack, three-card poker, slot machines and bet on horse racing. The Wheel of Fortune allows you to win money, chips, clothing items and expensive vehicles. Buyers of the penthouse receive VIP status, which gives access to special areas, high-stakes tables and services such as calling a helicopter or limousine, as well as the opportunity to complete new joint missions. Luxury housing can be customized at your own discretion.
Source: 3dnews.ru