#1 · Original PostApr 25, 2026, 6:19 PM
Important information for people who modded their game and want to play GTA Online.
Short answer: if you've ever loaded a mod with a modified game exe or a script hook present, stay off GTA Online until you've removed everything and verified the game files through your launcher.
Long answer: Rockstar's BattlEye anti-cheat detects known modified DLLs, .asi script hooks, and files that do not match the official base of the game. It uses signature scanning for known mods (~24h after a mod becomes popular) plus heuristic checks.
Safe modding workflow:
- Maintain two GTA 6 installations (clean and modded)
- OR take a snapshot of your clean install before modding
- Always disconnect from PSN/XSL/Rockstar Social Club before you start a modded game
When unsure: stay offline.