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Grand Theft Auto V is finally being released officially in the Saudi market after several years. Being one of the best-selling video games ever, its emergence into the Saudi gaming market is a milestone for the entire gaming culture and the evolving content laws.
The official launch date of GTA V in Saudi Arabia is July 17, 2025. The release of GTA V follows the emergence of a more accessible entertainment landscape across the Middle East. The official PlayStation Arabia handle posted the update via X, and it has sent fans into a frenzy.
Translators from PlayStation Arabia confirmed that GTA V and GTA Online received a 21+ rating for both Saudi Arabia and the UAE. This is the highest age classification under the regional game laws.
It seals the decision to lessen resistance to mature-rated games in the region gradually. This would place it alongside global gaming markets. Both digital and retail copies are expected to be out on launch day.
Grand Theft Auto V is to debut on Sony PlayStation 5 in the Saudi market. Uncertainty still exists regarding potential content changes or censorship in the Saudi version of GTA V. Industry sources have reported that certain elements, particularly the casino in GTA Online, may be affected.
This might be limited or removed due to regulations prohibiting gambling content in the region. Rockstar Games has not yet issued an official statement regarding modifications specific to the Middle East release.
With GTA V now approved in Saudi Arabia, speculation is rife about the fate of GTA VI. Rockstar Games has confirmed the global release date as May 26, 2026, following a postponement from the initially expected 2025 release.
The approval of GTA V gives strength to the possibility that GTA VI could launch in the Middle East simultaneously with other markets.
The launch of GTA V in Saudi Arabia marks a significant milestone in the region's gaming landscape. It represents a shift in the regional perspective towards entertainment and has tremendous opportunities for wider accessibility to major international titles.
As the gaming market in the Gulf continues to grow, the inclusion of iconic franchises like GTA creates a promising future for gaming in the Middle East.
