Debuting in October 1997, the Grand Theft Auto (GTA) franchise, initially developed by DMA Design (now Rockstar Games), has influenced youth culture worldwide for over a decade. With 17 games in the series and GTA 6 releasing in the fall of 2025, the series shows no signs of slowing down.
Since 1997, countless cheats have been revealed for the GTA series. These cheats have allowed players to do more than gain advantages—they’ve provided ways to control nearly every aspect of the game. Some of the most notable cheats in GTA 5 include:
- Super Jump
- Explosive Rounds
- Flaming Bullets
- Infinite Health and Armor
- Increase/Decrease Wanted Level
- Skyfall
- Slow Motion (World)
- Moon Gravity
- Spawn BMX Bike
- Spawn Buzzard Helicopter
- Spawn Stunt Plane
- Spawn Comet Car
- Change Weather
- Lower Vehicle Friction (Slippery Cars)
These are just a few examples from the extensive array of cheats available across the GTA universe. What sets GTA cheats apart from those in other games is their profound impact on the gameplay experience. They don’t just grant players better weapons or invincibility—they allow players to manipulate almost every detail of the game’s environment and mechanics. Imagine the thrill of walking outside, making it rain, and clearing traffic with the snap of your fingers.
This flexibility and attention to detail in gameplay have been key factors in the franchise’s long-term success. Detailed cheats that modify cars, streets, clothing, and even spray paint have turned GTA into a playground that offers endless replayability with new scenarios each time.
Equally engaging are the methods used to input cheats in different GTA games. In earlier versions, cheats were entered using a series of button combinations. However, as the series evolved, so did the cheat input methods. For example, in GTA 4 and GTA: San Andreas, players enter cheats using protagonist Niko’s cell phone to input numeric codes.
As gaming budgets tighten, the ability to extend the life of a single game with these cheats offers players fresh, engaging experiences without the need for constant new purchases.
Note: As fun as these cheats are, be warned—if you save your game with cheats enabled, it could lead to unintended consequences.
