How do characters work in gta online?

Grand Theft Auto Online is the online multiplayer component of Grand Theft Auto V, developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. Players in GTA Online each have their own character—an unnamed, silent protagonist that can be tailored in terms of appearance, clothing, and equipment. This customization allows players to create a distinct avatar for use across the game's various missions, heists, and free‑roam activities. The game supports up to thirty players simultaneously, enabling cooperative or competitive play within the open world of San Andreas, which includes the city of Los Santos and surrounding countryside. Because the characters are player‑controlled, each player can independently progress, build a reputation, and interact with other players' characters in the shared environment.