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GTA Online Celebrates the Holidays with Free Gifts and Festive Activities

GTA Online is embracing the winter holiday spirit with a range of exciting gifts and activities for players. From festive cosmetics to new vehicles and seasonal events, the game offers plenty for players to enjoy during this special time of year.

Free Holiday Loot for GTA Online Players

Between December 19 and December 31, players can log in to claim an array of festive rewards. The freebies include:

  • Festive Penguin Onesie
  • Gold Reindeer Pendant
  • Gold Star Fitted Jacket and Pants
  • Firework Launcher (with 20 rockets)
  • Snowball Launcher
  • Full refills for snacks, armor, and ammo

Players can also hunt down the Happy Holidays Hauler, a festive truck that grants additional GTA$, RP, snack and ammo refills, and one of two exclusive holiday sweaters themed after eCola or Sprunk.

Returning Winter Wonderland Features

The iconic snow is back, blanketing the streets of Los Santos. While some players enjoy the novelty of snowball fights and the festive atmosphere, others may find the slick driving conditions a challenge.

Seasonal events are also making a return, including:

  • The Weazel Plaza Shootout
  • Battling The Gooch
  • Snowman Destruction Challenge
  • Hunting the elusive Yeti

Double and Triple Rewards for Activities

This holiday season, players can enjoy increased payouts:

  • 2x Passive Income from Agents of Sabotage Garment Factory
  • 3x GTA$ and RP for completing Entourage (Festive Remix)

Completing certain activities unlocks exclusive rewards:

  • Snowman Finish for the Combat Pistol after completing Entourage once
  • Skull Santa Finish for the Special Carbine after winning five Entourage matches
  • Santa’s Helper Finish for the Heavy Sniper after two wins as Santa
  • A bonus 100,000 GTA$ for winning at least two Adversary Modes

New Vehicles to Add to Your Collection

Rockstar has also introduced new vehicles to spice up the season:

  • Invetero Coquette D10 Pursuit (a cop car)
  • Willard Outreach Faction (lowrider patrol car)
  • Brute Taco Van

Mixed Reactions from the Community

While many players are thrilled with the holiday content, others remain frustrated by Rockstar Games’ silence on GTA 6. Hopes for a trailer or reveal at The Game Awards were dashed, leaving fans speculating about a potential delay that could push the sequel beyond its anticipated 2025 release window.

Whether you’re diving into snowball fights or racking up GTA$ from festive activities, this year’s holiday update offers plenty of reasons to celebrate. Log in before the end of the year to claim your rewards and make the most of the festivities!