Can you play gta online on ps5 without story mode?

{"top_answer":"Yes, you can play Grand Theft Auto Online on PS5 without first playing the story mode of Grand Theft Auto V; GTA Online is a separate online multiplayer game available on the console.","long_answer":"Grand Theft Auto Online is the online component of Grand Theft Auto V, released for PlayStation 5 on 15 March 2022. It allows up to 30 players to explore the open‑world environment of San Ariadnes, the fictional state based on Southern California, and engage in cooperative or competitive game modes. Because it is a distinct title, players can launch and play GTA Online directly on the PS5 without completing the single‑player story campaign of GTA V. The game does not require any progression or unlocks from the story mode to access online features. Players can start GTA Online by selecting it from the console’s main menu or from the GTA V main menu, where it appears as a separate option.\n\nWhile the two games share the same world and many assets, the online portion is independent; you may play GTA Online alone, join missions, or participate in events without ever playing the story missions. This separation means that even if you only own the PS5 version of GTA V, you can still access the online multiplayer experience right away. The only requirement is a stable internet connection and a PS5 console. In short, the PS5 supports GTA Online as a standalone multiplayer game, and the story mode is not a prerequisite for accessing it.","category_slug":"what-if-scenarios","tags":["GTA Online","PS5","Multiplayer game","Grand Theft Auto V","PlayStation 5"],"related_questions":["Is GTA Online available on PlayStation 5?","Do I need to finish GTA V story mode to play GTA Online on PS5?","How do I start GTA Online on PlayStation 5?","What are the differences between GTA V story mode and GTA Online on PS5?","Can I play GTA Online on PS5 without owning GTA V?","What internet requirements are needed for GTA Online on PS5?","Where can I download GTA Online for PS5?","Are there any exclusive features in GTA Online on PS5?","Does GTA Online on PS5 require a PS5 exclusive controller?","Can I play GTA Online on PS5 while GTA V is in the background?"],"linked_movies":[],"linked_characters":[],"linked_universes":[],"linked_scenarios":[],"linked_directors":[],"confidence":0.9,"needs_verification":false}