Grand Theft Auto V, one of the most popular and critically acclaimed titles in gaming history, is reportedly leaving Xbox Game Pass. This news has surfaced from gaming channel EPG – Every Platform Gamer – which reported that subscribers to Microsoft's gaming service will soon lose access to the title.

Xbox Game Pass regularly rotates its catalog, adding and removing games to maintain a dynamic offering for its subscribers. While it’s not unusual for games to leave the platform, the departure of Grand Theft Auto V is likely to make an impact given the title's massive popularity.

For those unfamiliar, Game Pass is Microsoft's monthly subscription service that allows users to access a library of games across Xbox consoles and PC. Having GTA V as part of that lineup has been a significant draw for many gamers. The title, developed by Rockstar Games, combines open-world gameplay with a gripping narrative, making it a staple in any gaming library.

What this means for subscribers is that they'll need to purchase GTA V separately if they wish to continue playing the game after it is removed from Game Pass. Considering the game’s replay value and its active multiplayer component, many players may opt to make this investment. While no exact removal date has been confirmed in the source report, subscribers should keep an eye on official announcements from Microsoft for further details.

Typically, Microsoft provides advance notice of changes in the Game Pass library, and this information can often be found in their official news channels or updates to the Xbox Game Pass app. If Grand Theft Auto V has been on your to-do list, it might be time to dive in before it’s no longer included.

As is the case with any Game Pass rotation, the upcoming departure of GTA V will make way for new titles to be added to the service, giving subscribers fresh content to explore. However, the removal of such a major title always raises questions about library value and the trade-offs inherent in a rotating subscription model.

For fans of Rockstar Games, this change underscores the value of keeping an eye on other Rockstar titles that have been part of Game Pass periodically. Red Dead Redemption 2 and other classic Rockstar games have similarly appeared and disappeared from the service in the past.

Stay tuned to EPG – Every Platform Gamer and official Xbox channels for updates on this change and any new additions coming to Game Pass.