GTA 5's Michael De Santa Returns In Major New 'Safehouse' Update For GTA Online

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Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000

GTA Online is set to receive a major update on December 10th, featuring Michael De Santa from GTA 5. The "Safehouse" update includes new missions, vehicles, Freemode events, and experience upgrades. A key addition is "Prix Luxury Real Estate," allowing players to purchase mansions for at least $2 million after completing three New Listings missions by December 7th. Additionally, a new mission creator will enable players to design and publish their own missions.

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Rockstar Games has announced the return of Michael De Santa in the upcoming GTA Online expansion, "A Safehouse in the Hills," releasing on December 10. Players can purchase new mansions and enjoy features like personal pets and an AI Assistant. Discounts on mansions are available until December 7 for completing special missions. Additionally, Rockstar is developing GTA 6, set to launch in November 2026.

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Michael from GTA 5 will return in the GTA Online update titled "A Safehouse in the Hills," releasing for free on December 10, 2025. Players will undertake missions to earn a mansion in Los Santos, featuring customization options and amenities. The update includes three purchasable mansions, each with an AI assistant, pets, and more. Additionally, a new mission creator feature will allow players to design and publish their own missions. Ned Luke reprises his role as Michael.

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Michael de Santa from Grand Theft Auto 5 is returning to GTA Online in the upcoming update titled "A Safehouse in the Hills," set to launch on December 10, 2025. This marks his first appearance in nearly 15 years, and he has noticeably aged. The update will allow players to purchase a mansion in Los Santos and includes new adventures and vehicles. Ned Luke, the voice actor for Michael, expressed excitement about his return.

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Rockstar is set to release a significant update for GTA Online titled "A Safehouse in the Hills" on December 10. This update introduces new missions featuring Michael de Santa from GTA 5, a luxurious safehouse, and a mission creator that allows players to design and publish their own missions. Players will also face the challenge of stopping a mass surveillance network as part of the new content. The update includes various customization options as well.