Decade-Old GTA Online Beta Discovered, Revealing Unseen Content

A Twitter user has recently stumbled upon a 10-year-old beta of the Grand Theft Auto Online game, which seems to have been forgotten in the annals of gaming history. The user accessed this antiquated version of the popular game through an emulation platform on their PC, plugging into a pre-release build of the game that was originally intended for the Xbox 360. The user, known as KimiSha19, shared their intriguing find in a ten-minute video on YouTube, showcasing a glitchy yet fascinating glimpse into the game’s past.

Since KimiSha19’s initial discovery and video share, other users have followed their lead, delving into the pre-release beta of GTA Online and pulling out images that reveal previously unseen content. The beta version, which is playable with friends despite its age, holds a wealth of interesting, though non-functional, features. The fact that it runs at all is astounding, given its age and the technical limitations of its original platform.

In the images shared on gtaforums.com, users have discovered new elements such as a different logo for the game, a new user interface, and two new contacts, Al Carter and Edgar Carlos. Carter is associated with the Lost MC, while Carlos is tied to the LS Vagos. There would also have been a 'gang backup' call function that allowed Lamar, Carter, and Carlos to provide aid. The character creation menu also underwent a significant change, with up to five slots available for players to create their avatars. Mysteriously, there were mentions of 'special crates' being periodically dropped, but their contents remain unknown.

Exploration of this beta version is ongoing, with gamers continuing to use the Xenia emulation platform to uncover more of the game's hidden history. This unusual find is particularly exciting for long-time GTA fans, who now have a chance to experience a version of the game that was never officially released to the public. Despite the glitches and missing elements, this beta version offers a unique insight into the development process of one of the gaming world's most iconic franchises.

If you’re a fan of the GTA series and are interested in getting involved in this exciting gaming archaeology, keep an eye on the GTA forums for more information on how to access the beta version. Who knows what other intriguing secrets lie hidden in this decade-old build?