Unable to access Rockstar servers on non-Steam versions of GTAV on PC

Last Updated: April 30, 2024

Question: I am getting the error 'Unable to access Rockstar servers. Activation requires an Internet connection. Please check your connection and click Retry or click Cancel to quit.' and cannot start my copy of a non-Steam version of GTAV on PC. I was able to sign in before and have already activated the game. How can I fix this?

Answer: Install the latest version of the Rockstar Games Launcher and allow the game to update. This should resolve the error and allow access to Rockstar servers.

Rockstar Games Launcher: https://socialclub.rockstargames.com/rockstar-games-launcher