How To Install FiveM (GTA V Roleplay) in 2026

FiveM is a Grand Theft Auto V modification that allows playing on customized GTA V multiplayer servers․ These servers can run custom multiplayer game modes‚ such as roleplay (RP) servers․ FiveM does not modify any files in GTA Online and is a standalone modification that does not impact the base game․

Requirements before installation

Before installing, make sure you have:

• A legitimate copy of GTA V through Steam, Epic Games, or Rockstar Games Launcher. Regardless of the platform, the steps are the same: during FiveM installation, you just need to copy the path to the GTA5.exe file.
• A stable internet connection and enough disk space for the installation.
• A Rockstar Social Club account for authorization.

Step-by-step installation guide

1. Download the official FiveM installer from fivem․net․ Do not download FiveM from other sites․
2. Run the installer․ If Windows prompts for administrative rights or firewall exceptions‚ grant them․
3. FiveM should automatically pick up the path to your GTA V folder‚ but if it doesn't‚ you can copy the file path of your GTA5․exe from your launcher (Steam‚ Epic Games or Rockstar Games Launcher) and paste it into the installer window․
4. Wait for all of the required files and updates to be downloaded․ This will take at most a few minutes depending on your internet speed․
5. After installing FiveM‚ launch it either from the Start menu or a desktop shortcut by double-clicking․ On your first launch‚ you may be prompted to sign into Rockstar Social Club․

Connecting to Roleplay servers

In FiveM, open the built-in server browser. Choose the Roleplay category or enter the server name and click Connect to join.

Important tips

Do not use mods in GTA Online․ FiveM runs separately and will not affect multiplayer experience․

If FiveM won't start‚ then make sure you copied the path to GTA5․exe properly and your launcher is running when starting FiveM․

FiveM in 2026 still involves downloading the official FiveM client‚ copying the location of GTA5․exe‚ starting the client‚ and then connecting to FiveM's internal browser to either play on a server‚ create a character‚ or interact with other players on RP servers․ Servers are hosted for this purpose․