GTA Online Kicks Off Halloween With Slashers, Zombies, and Spooky Events From zombie survival waves to haunted UFOs, here’s everything Rockstar has planned for Halloween 2025 in GTA 5

Rockstar Games is once again transforming Los Santos into a playground of terror for Halloween. This year’s update brings back fan-favorite modes with a creepy twist, alongside fresh rotations and supernatural events spread across October.

🧟 Zombie Survival Returns

Two Survival maps are getting a terrifying overhaul:

Cayo Perico Survival – Battle waves of zombies and other monstrosities like armored conquistadors, possessed animals, and even zombie DJs. Earn double GTA$ and RP through October 8.
Ludendorff Cemetery Survival – Face off in one of the most atmospheric arenas yet, with triple rewards from October 23 – November 5.

Expect to encounter hulking juggernauts and strange otherworldly enemies as you fight to survive.

🔦 Slasher Mode Gets a Spooky Submarine

The iconic Slasher mode is back, this time set inside the claustrophobic Ramius submarine.

One player stalks as the Slasher, armed with a shotgun and flashlight.
Survivors must evade for three minutes before they get their own weapons to hunt the hunter.
Earn double GTA$ and RP from October 16 – 22.

The classic Slasher modes will also return throughout the month.

👻 Weekly Halloween Modes in October

Rockstar has lined up a rotating schedule of eerie limited-time modes:

Oct. 2 – 8: Beast vs. Slasher
Oct. 9 – 15: Judgement Day
Oct. 16 – 22: Slasher (Ramius Submarine)
Oct. 23 – 29: Condemned
Oct. 30 – Nov. 5: Slasher (all variants, including Ramius Submarine)

🛸 Paranormal Sightings and Special Events

Halloween in GTA Online isn’t just about combat modes. Players can expect plenty of strange happenings around Los Santos:

UFOs may appear in the skies — and abductions might even occur.
New missions task you with helping investigators uncover evidence of supernatural beings.
Jack o’ lantern collectibles are scattered around the map, offering GTA$ bonuses.

🎁 GTA+ Subscriber Perks

Starting October 9, GTA+ members will receive exclusive Halloween-themed rewards. Rockstar hasn’t revealed the exact bonuses yet, but they’re expected to fit the spooky season perfectly.

⏭️ Looking Beyond Halloween

While the focus right now is on GTA Online’s Halloween update, fans are still buzzing about the future of the franchise. GTA 6, originally slated to launch around this time, has been officially delayed to May 26, 2026. Until then, Rockstar is making sure players have plenty of chaos to keep them busy.

🕹️ Final Thoughts

Halloween is one of the most exciting times of year in GTA Online, and 2025 is no different. With zombie hordes, eerie survival maps, and weekly slasher showdowns, Rockstar has delivered a lineup that blends nostalgia with fresh scares. Whether you’re in it for the rewards or the atmosphere, this year’s spooky season in Los Santos looks like one you won’t want to miss.