Grand Theft Auto V: Explaining the Open-World Masterpiece

Rockstar Games implemented a GTA Online weekly update on March 23, 2026, that triples in-game payouts for Gerald’s contact missions. The update covers both classic missions and the newer Last Play series, establishing these tasks as some of the most efficient methods for players to accumulate currency currently available in the game.

Specific payout increases include the mission ‘Subpar Companies,’ which now yields up to $108,000 when completed within 15 minutes, and shorter runs of the same mission that deliver approximately $64,800 in four to six minutes. Other repeatable tasks, such as ‘Make Ends Meet’ and ‘Deal With It,’ now pay $54,000 for completions lasting five to six minutes. Players and streamers have reported completing full rotations of these missions in under an hour to earn more than $500,000.

This update coincided with the 13th anniversary of Grand Theft Auto V, which debuted in September 2013. The title has achieved a global sales volume exceeding 210 million units. For parent company Take-Two Interactive, the sustained revenue generated via GTA Online continues to serve as a primary profit driver for the organization.

Recent Content Updates

Following the March 23 rewards boost, Rockstar Games released a subsequent update on April 2, 2026. This latest iteration introduced new Bravado police vehicles to the game and implemented double rewards for Dispatch Work missions, alongside a new weekly challenge.

The trajectory of updates in early 2026 has included various themed events and bonuses. In March, the game featured St. Patrick’s Day content and Community Series bonuses, while February updates introduced the Itali Classic vehicle, Valentine’s Day content, and four-times rewards for CEO and VIP work.

These continuous additions to the decade-old title occur as the industry awaits the release of Grand Theft Auto VI.