**Rockstar Shuts Down GTA 4 Liberty City Mod in GTA 5**
In a shocking turn of events, the Liberty City Preservation Project, a popular mod that brought Grand Theft Auto 4’s iconic map to GTA 5, has been abruptly shut down by Rockstar Games. This decision comes just weeks after the mod’s release and has left fans and developers alike disappointed.
**The Rise and Fall of the Liberty City Preservation Project**
The modding team, World Travel, had been diligently working on the Liberty City Preservation Project since 2018. When it was finally unveiled earlier this month, players were thrilled at the prospect of exploring Niko Bellic’s beloved Liberty City within the world of GTA 5. The mod not only featured the entire map from GTA 4 but also included various enhancements like improved lighting, textures, and new scenarios.
However, the project’s success proved to be its downfall. Rockstar Games, the creators of the Grand Theft Auto series, contacted the developers and expressed their concerns regarding the mod. Lead modder nkjellman shared the disappointing news on Discord, stating that due to the unexpected attention and discussions with Rockstar, the Liberty City Preservation Project would be discontinued.
**Rockstar’s Stance on Modding**
While Rockstar generally allows single-player, non-commercial mods that respect intellectual property rights, the use or importation of other intellectual property is strictly prohibited. This policy has led to the downfall of several ambitious modding projects in the past, including the Liberty City in GTA5 mod in 2017.
**What Lies Ahead**
Speculations are rife about Rockstar’s motives behind shutting down the Liberty City Preservation Project. With rumors of a GTA 4 remaster circulating and the highly anticipated release of GTA 6 later this year, it seems that Rockstar is gearing up for a monumental year for the franchise.
As fans lament the loss of the Liberty City Preservation Project, it remains to be seen what the future holds for the modding community and the Grand Theft Auto series as a whole. Will Rockstar’s stringent policies stifle creativity, or will they find a way to coexist with the passionate modding community? Only time will tell.