Rockstar Games has removed the popular adversary mode Hasta La Vista from Grand Theft Auto Online just one week after its return. The mode, first introduced in 2015, has been part of a rotation of content that frequently comes and goes. Although it’s not uncommon for Rockstar to remove game modes, the quick removal of this fan-favorite has disappointed players.
As GTA Online nears its eleventh anniversary, the game has seen a vast number of content updates, including various game modes, races, and missions. Rockstar rarely explains why it removes specific content, but it is likely done to streamline matchmaking and avoid spreading the player base too thin. This recent removal follows a trend of Rockstar pulling content without offering players much transparency, as seen with the deletion of dozens of missions earlier this year.
Despite the removal of Hasta La Vista, Rockstar continues to support GTA Online, regularly adding new missions and vehicles. However, the studio has also been unafraid to make cuts, such as removing a large number of missions and vehicles in recent updates. As the anticipation for GTA 6 grows, players are left wondering how Rockstar’s current online experience will evolve and what role GTA Online will play in the future.