How to Fix GTA 5 Online Error The Rockstar Game Services Are unavailable right now

Grand Theft Auto V is an action-adventure game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games in 2013. It’s the first main edition in the Grand Theft Auto lineup. It’s available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Microsoft Windows platforms. Although some players are getting GTA 5 Online Error that includes the message “The Rockstar Game Services Are unavailable right now.” So, if you’re also one of the victims then follow this guide completely.

The particular error is very irritating as you may receive the error notice while playing the game which not only interrupts your gameplay but also ruins your game progress and all of your efforts or time. Now, it doesn’t mean that the services are not available. This error is pretty much related to internet connectivity or device drivers, or even Firewall programs.

How to Fix GTA 5 Online Error The Rockstar Game Services Are unavailable right now

How to Fix GTA 5 Online Error The Rockstar Game Services Are unavailable right now

It can happen on any platform like Windows, PS3, or Xbox One. Luckily, we have some of the possible workarounds that you can try. So, without further ado, let’s jump into it.

1. Restart your PC/Console

One of the most common and easy to use methods is to restart your Windows PC or any of your consoles like Xbox One or PlayStation 3/4. So, it’s necessary to restart your PC/Console for once in order to fix any software glitch or clear cache (if any). It would most probably fix your game error in most cases. However, if you didn’t find this trick useful then follow the next one.

2. Check Display Calibration

  • Launch the GTA V game on your PC or console.
  • When the game starts loading, just press and hold the L1 or R1 button for a few seconds and you will see the Display Calibration screen.
    • If the above step doesn’t work then press & hold both the L1 + R1 buttons together for a few seconds.
  • If you see the Display Calibration screen then it means the GTA 5 Online game works perfectly on your side.
  • Close the calibration screen and go back to GTA V Online game to check whether it runs or not.

If not working, then follow the next method.

3. Try Invite Only Session

Once loaded into the GTA V game, head over to the Online tab and select ‘Invite Only Session’ for once before jumping to the Online gameplay. It should fix the error in certain cases. However, if this trick doesn’t work for you, then you should check the next trick.

4. Change Firewall Settings

Make sure to add an exception to your GTA V game in the Windows Firewall program. Otherwise, it may possible that somehow the Windows Firewall program is blocking your game to run properly or fetching the server communication as well.

5. Change DNS Settings

You can also try changing your DNS Settings from the in-game Network Settings followed by the Settings menu. While the Windows users can directly head over to the Network Adapter Settings by following the steps below:

  • So, press Windows + R key to open up a Run Dialog Box.
  • Type ncpa.cpl and hit Enter.
  • Right-click on the Network Adapter (Ethernet) according to your wired/wireless connection.
  • Next, select Properties.
  • Double click on the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
  • Take a screenshot or write down your existing DNS server addresses properly for both the Preferred & Alternate DNS Server.
  • Once done, replace the DNS addresses with 8.8.8.8 for Preferred and 8.8.4.4 for Alternate DNS.
  • Click on OK to confirm the selection and then click on OK again to apply the changes.
  • Similarly, the console users can go the Setup Internet Connection from the Network Settings and replace the DNS addresses manually.
  • Finally, restart your computer or console and launch the GTA V Online game to check for the error.

6. Update Drivers

If none of the above methods work for you, then you should try to check for the pending updates of your graphics driver or any other PC drivers like network driver, etc. The Nvidia graphics card users need to update the GeForce Experience app here. While the AMD graphics card users can update from here.

That’s it, guys. We hope you’ve found this troubleshooting guide pretty useful. If you’ve any queries, let us know in the comment section below.

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Comments

  1. hi, pls i have a problem in gta5 “rockstar game service are unavailable” , pls can you tell me how i resolve this problem pls i am in ps4 , not pc.
    thank you

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    3. It’s got to be in your router settings had the same problem had a good signal open nat no no nope . It’s in the router settings trust me . This here won’t get you anywhere unless your setting your nat type or getting connected . Router settings

  2. I’m Trying To Play GTA 5 Online On My Ps3 And Its Not Working It Keep Saying The Rockstar Game Services Are Unavailable Right Now . I Restarted and all and it keeps saying this please help me fix the problem

  3. Hey, I am having this error.
    I have the latest XBOX.
    Followed everything and it still says the same thing.

    Can someone help?

  4. i am getting Rockstar unavailable and files required stuff, please if you can help get rid of it I will be appreciated.

      1. Ok March 17th not a problem played all day. March 18th, 19th and 20th, 2023 can not connect. I have the Xbox series x.

        Get the message Rockstar Games Services are unavailable right now.

        Or

        Files required to play GTA could not be downloaded from the Rockstar Game service. Try again later.

        Tried everything and it still is doing it. Did the clear cash , DNS, etc. What the heck is going on. I tripled checked and their server’s are up and running. So can you help?

  5. Tried all of them but with no success except for step 6 which I didn’t since I am on PS4 .. But thank you anyway lads 👍

  6. Getting this same exact error. Have tried everything in here but still not able to work GTA.

    Has any one been able to fix this?

    1. Ok March 17th not a problem played all day. March 18th, 19th and 20th, 2023 can not connect. I have the Xbox series x.

      Get the message Rockstar Games Services are unavailable right now.

      Or

      Files required to play GTA could not be downloaded from the Rockstar Game service. Try again later.

      Tried everything and it still is doing it. Did the clear cash , DNS, etc. What the heck is going on. I tripled checked and their server’s are up and running. So can you help?

  7. Today is day number 10 of my Series S saying gta servers are down. All this money they make off of us, this is totally unacceptable. 🤬

  8. I tried all of that and it did not work.
    The Rockstar Game Services Are Unavailable Right Now

    But if I use my Phones Hot Spot it works

  9. Hello, have been trying to log into GTA online for the past week or so but the same messages keep coming up-
    “Files required to play GTA online could not be downloaded from the Rockstar Games service. Please try again later”
    &
    Rockstar services are unavailable.
    I’ve spent hours trying to troubleshoot every option possible but nothing is working.
    I also can’t log into Rockstar sociak, the page just doesn’t load.
    Please help!!!
    Thank you

  10. I tried all the fixtures that you recommended and none of them are working, do you have any other recommendations or do I just have to wait for a rockstar to fix their server?. I went to the rockstar website and it said all servers are up and running with no problems in my area

  11. Same here didn’t play for about 2 weeks
    Been trying to get online for almost 3weeks I had one successful attempt but would let me save. Still trying.
    Gulf coast is my location lower Alabama might re-install never had this problem. Unplugged internet reset port number still troubleshooting feb 2023

  12. I am getting Rockstar games service unavailable and files thing and I’m trying to see what’s the step for Xbox series s ?

  13. same issiue on VM isp wont connect or to socialclub website

    tried everything still not working going to cancel internet

    as i can get it working on mobile hotspot

  14. Rockstar game services are unavailable right now.
    Message I keep getting did all troubleshooting it said and still get the message.
    Please help.

  15. i am getting Rockstar unavailable and files required stuff, please if you can help get rid of it I will be appreciated.

  16. PEOPLE, TRY TO CONNECT THROUGH YOUR MOBILE PHONES, AS MOBILE HOTSPOT. IT WORKS ON ME, AFTER 1 WEEK OF TRYING.

  17. I keep getting files unavailable and rockstar servers unavailable for 2 days now what should I do I have tried everything I know thank you

  18. This is not a fix .none of it works . But three different people said their phones hit spot works . So router? Firewall? This is a pain in the ass. Sure would be nice if rockstar took an interest in this . Spent an hour with Xbox support they offered all the same advice . Rockstar hasn’t posted anything about this at all .This sucks

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