When I try to start GTA V and it says it can't connect to Rockstar Services

[CodyTBM]

I've tried pretty much everything I've been having this issue a couple days now and I've un-installed and re-installed it several times now. I checked if the servers are down but it says their still up on the website.

Just curious if this this is a solvable problem or if everyone else is experiencing this as I saw a few posts on similar things but I haven't found a solution yet.

[SqueakyTweaky]

If you’re unable to connect to Rockstar Services in GTA V, even after reinstalling the game, the issue might be related to your network, account, or a system-specific issue. Here are some steps to troubleshoot and potentially resolve it:


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1. Check Rockstar Services Status

Ensure Servers Are Online: Although you’ve checked the website, try visiting Rockstar’s Service Status page or their official Twitter for updates.

Community Check: Forums like Reddit or GTA Online subreddits might provide insight into broader outages.



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2. Verify Your Internet Connection

Restart your modem/router.

Use a wired connection if possible for a more stable network.

Test the connection by visiting a website or playing another online game.



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3. Clear DNS Cache

Clearing your DNS cache may resolve connection issues:

Windows:

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator.


2. Type ipconfig /flushdns and hit Enter.


3. Restart your computer.



Console Users: Restart your console and router.



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4. Configure Network Ports

GTA V requires specific ports to connect to Rockstar Services:

Ports to Open:

TCP: 80, 443

UDP: 6672, 61455, 61456, 61457, 61458


How to Open Ports:

1. Log in to your router’s settings (usually via 192.168.x.x in your browser).


2. Open the above ports for your device (check the manual for port-forwarding steps).


3. Save changes and restart the router.





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5. Disable VPN/Proxy

Rockstar’s servers may block connections through certain VPNs or proxies. Disable any active VPNs or proxies and try reconnecting.


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6. Check Firewall/Antivirus

Your firewall or antivirus software might block Rockstar Services.

Add GTA V and Rockstar Launcher as exceptions in:

Windows Firewall.

Your antivirus software.


Alternatively, disable your firewall/antivirus temporarily and try again.



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7. Verify Game Files

Corrupted game files can cause connection issues:

For Steam:

1. Open your Library, right-click GTA V, and select Properties.


2. Navigate to the Installed Files tab and click Verify Integrity of Game Files.



For Rockstar Launcher:

1. Go to Settings > My Installed Games > GTA V.


2. Click Verify Integrity.





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8. Reinstall Rockstar Launcher

If the issue persists, the launcher itself may be causing the problem.

1. Uninstall the Rockstar Games Launcher.


2. Download the latest version from Rockstar’s official site.


3. Reinstall it and log in to your account.




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9. Reset Network Settings

Windows:

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator.


2. Run the following commands:

netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset


3. Restart your PC.



Console: Reset network settings via the system menu.



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10. Contact Rockstar Support

If none of the above works, submit a ticket to Rockstar Support. Provide details about the issue, including:

Error messages (if any).

Steps you’ve already taken.


Try some of these and see if anything gets better

[Joe Cool]

Isn't it great not being able to play a single player game offline because you can't connect with the internet to launch it?

One of the many reasons Rockstar has become one of the worst developers that exist today.

[SqueakyTweaky]

Originally posted by Joe Cool:

Isn't it great not being able to play a single player game offline because you can't connect with the internet to launch it?

One of the many reasons Rockstar has become one of the worst developers that exist today.

I think most games that have a multiplayer part of the game will require you to verify the from time 2 time , even possibly games that have some sort of MTX in the game .

[Joe Cool]

Originally posted by SqueakyTweaky:

Originally posted by Joe Cool:

Isn't it great not being able to play a single player game offline because you can't connect with the internet to launch it?

One of the many reasons Rockstar has become one of the worst developers that exist today.

I think most games that have a multiplayer part of the game will require you to verify the from time 2 time , even possibly games that have some sort of MTX in the game .

Of all the many games I've played that are single player with an online multiplayer component, it is ONLY Rockstar games that force you to connect to the internet to launch the game and play it offline.

In fact I have never encountered another game developer that literally forces you to connect to the internet in order to launch their games in offline mode and play them offline.


Lets never forget that GTA is a single player franchise. The worst thing ever added to GTA is online multiplayer.


Furthermore there is no reason for any game to ever force a player to connect to the internet in order to play it offline.

[Polisi Toba]

same problem here, it's been 3 days and i can't play GTO properly

[SqueakyTweaky]

Originally posted by Joe Cool:

Originally posted by SqueakyTweaky:

I think most games that have a multiplayer part of the game will require you to verify the from time 2 time , even possibly games that have some sort of MTX in the game .

Of all the many games I've played that are single player with an online multiplayer component, it is ONLY Rockstar games that force you to connect to the internet to launch the game and play it offline.

In fact I have never encountered another game developer that literally forces you to connect to the internet in order to launch their games in offline mode and play them offline.


Lets never forget that GTA is a single player franchise. The worst thing ever added to GTA is online multiplayer.


Furthermore there is no reason for any game to ever force a player to connect to the internet in order to play it offline.

I can name a few .

Diablo 3
SimCity.
Gran turismo 7.
The crew.
NFS .

Several single-player games require an internet connection due to their design, digital rights management (DRM) policies.

Luckily at least on steam the store page says this if it is needed or not.

You can infact run gta 5 without a Internet connection for a certain time , some people say a week and some two before it needs to validate the ownership again .

[Joe Cool]

Originally posted by SqueakyTweaky:

Originally posted by Joe Cool:

Of all the many games I've played that are single player with an online multiplayer component, it is ONLY Rockstar games that force you to connect to the internet to launch the game and play it offline.

In fact I have never encountered another game developer that literally forces you to connect to the internet in order to launch their games in offline mode and play them offline.


Lets never forget that GTA is a single player franchise. The worst thing ever added to GTA is online multiplayer.


Furthermore there is no reason for any game to ever force a player to connect to the internet in order to play it offline.

I can name a few .

Diablo 3
SimCity.
Gran turismo 7.
The crew.
NFS .

Several single-player games require an internet connection due to their design, digital rights management (DRM) policies.

Luckily at least on steam the store page says this if it is needed or not.

You can infact run gta 5 without a Internet connection for a certain time , some people say a week and some two before it needs to validate the ownership again .

Interesting.

Ironically I have no real interest in any of those games as the ones I've tried I consider to be fairly low quality garbage (especially when compared to their older versions that were better in every conceivable way)

On the other hand, I can fire up the multiplayer focused games I have like the Call of Duty or Battlefield without an internet connection and play them by myself running around the empty maps. None of them force me to connect to the internet before launching them.


Also as far as being able to run GTAV and RDR2 without an internet connection for a set amount of time, I have never been able to get this to work. For myself and many others, the games will force you to connect to the internet to "verify the purchase" literally EVERY SINGLE TIME they are launched.

It is quite literally 100% impossible for me to even play 5 seconds of either game without connecting to the internet first via Rockstar's extremely crappy launcher.


There is no reason for any DRM to ever force an internet connection when launching a game. The purchase is already verified twice, once when you buy the game, and again when you install it. Furthermore those who sail the high seas to obtain their copies will pretty much never have to deal with this "verify the purchase" nonsense, so the fact that they require it is even more pointless, stupid, and anti-consumer.

[CodyTBM]

It's now saying a message about R* no longer supporting windows 7 or 8. should I keep trying the listed methods or shouid I try something different? Thanks for the feedback so far

[SqueakyTweaky]

Originally posted by CodyTBM:

It's now saying a message about R* no longer supporting windows 7 or 8. should I keep trying the listed methods or shouid I try something different? Thanks for the feedback so far

What windows you use ? Rockstar and steam stopped supporting win 7 and 8 .

[CodyTBM]

Originally posted by SqueakyTweaky:

Originally posted by CodyTBM:

It's now saying a message about R* no longer supporting windows 7 or 8. should I keep trying the listed methods or shouid I try something different? Thanks for the feedback so far

What windows you use ? Rockstar and steam stopped supporting win 7 and 8 .

Still use windows 7 and 8 I didn't think I'd have to upgrade

[psykoteky]

https://support.rockstargames.com/articles/21494223343379/End-of-support-for-Windows-7-and-Windows-8-in-the-Rockstar-Games-Launcher-and-on-supported-Rockstar-Games

This includes running the R* launcher in comparability mode for 7/8 - don't.
Some of the most common causes for this error - more info in the link -
https://steamcommunity.com/groups/psyshelp/discussions/3/4211497623308646801/

/goodluck

[SqueakyTweaky]

Originally posted by CodyTBM:

Originally posted by SqueakyTweaky:

What windows you use ? Rockstar and steam stopped supporting win 7 and 8 .

Still use windows 7 and 8 I didn't think I'd have to upgrade

Both steam stopped support and rockstar for it you have upgrade to continue using both services .

[CodyTBM]

Originally posted by SqueakyTweaky:

Originally posted by CodyTBM:

Still use windows 7 and 8 I didn't think I'd have to upgrade

Both steam stopped support and rockstar for it you have upgrade to continue using both services .

Alright, I'm updating my computer now. Thanks for the help!

[SqueakyTweaky]

Originally posted by CodyTBM:

Originally posted by SqueakyTweaky:

Both steam stopped support and rockstar for it you have upgrade to continue using both services .

Alright, I'm updating my computer now. Thanks for the help!

Good luck, it is recommended to do a fresh install tho since the upgrade sometimes mess up drivers, but hopefully it goes smooth for you.

[SqueakyTweaky]

Did upgrading help you with the problem you had? .