What is FiveM? Complete Guide to the GTA V Multiplayer Mod

What is FiveM? A Complete Guide to the GTA V Mod

Learn everything about FiveM - the popular multiplayer modification for Grand Theft Auto V. Discover what it is, how it works, and why millions of players love it.

What is FiveM?

FiveM is a modification for Grand Theft Auto V that enables multiplayer on customized dedicated servers, separate from GTA Online.

Unlike GTA Online, FiveM offers more flexibility with custom content creation, roleplay frameworks, and unique gameplay modes not possible in the official multiplayer mode.

FiveM significantly enhances player synchronization compared to the base game. It utilizes advanced networking technologies like OneSync (and its enhanced version, OneSync Infinity) to manage player interactions, object states, and AI behavior across the map, allowing for much larger player counts (up to 1024+ with Infinity) and more complex, interactive experiences than possible in standard GTA Online.

Key Features

FiveM extends GTA V with capabilities not available in the standard game:

Custom Servers

Join thousands of unique servers with customized gameplay experiences from roleplay to racing, drifting, and more.

Unlimited Customization

Access servers with unique scripts, custom cars, weapons, and gameplay elements not available in standard GTA Online

Character Development

Create unique personalities with custom backstories, traits, and goals that evolve through your gameplay

FiveM Roleplay

One of FiveM's most popular applications is GTA Roleplay, where players create characters and act out their lives in a simulated society. FiveM provides the technical foundation for roleplay communities to flourish.

Learn more about GTA Roleplay in our comprehensive guide →

Why FiveM for Roleplay?

  • Advanced voice chat capabilities with proximity features
  • Custom animations for realistic character expressions
  • Advanced job systems and economy frameworks
  • Fine-tuned vehicle controls and handling
  • Custom buildings and map modifications

Popular RP Server Types

  • Serious roleplay with strict rules and realism
  • Light roleplay with more relaxed gameplay
  • Department-focused (police, EMS, etc.)
  • Criminal organization roleplay
  • Economy and business simulation

Installation Guide

Prerequisites

  • A legitimate, updated copy of Grand Theft Auto V (~100GB+ disk space required)
  • Rockstar Social Club account
  • Windows 10 or 11 (x64 version required, Windows N editions are NOT supported)
  • CPU: Intel Core i5 3470 / AMD X8 FX-8350 or better
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • GPU: NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB / AMD HD 7870 2GB or better

Installation Steps

  1. 1
    Visit the official FiveM website
  2. 2
    Click the "Download" button to download the latest FiveM client installer
  3. 3
    Run the downloaded FiveM.exe installer file
  4. 4
    Follow the installation wizard instructions
  5. 5
    FiveM will automatically locate your GTA V installation (or prompt you to select the location if it can't be found automatically)
  6. 6
    Once installed, launch FiveM from the desktop shortcut or Start menu to open the server browser