I am a dedicated video game enthusiast who recently invested $60 in purchasing Grand Theft Auto V, only to discover that my favorite feature, GTA Online, doesn't function on my Steam Deck. GTA Online brings a unique shared world of Grand Theft Auto to every corner of the globe, and it was a significant factor in my decision to legally acquire the game. This experience has been a source of disappointment and frustration.

This issue extends beyond the inconvenience faced by individual players like me; it affects a whole community of gaming fans. With more than 110 million copies sold worldwide since its initial release, Grand Theft Auto V has a vast user base. Given that GTA Online constitutes a substantial part of its appeal, withdrawing this feature on Steam Deck is unfair to a large number of its supporters.

Moreover, this action sets a dangerous precedent for other game developers, potentially inviting them to exercise similar restrictions, thereby eroding the gaming experience and the freedom to choose which platform to game on. Our experience should not be compromised based on the gaming platform we opt for.

The reinstatement of GTA Online on Steam Deck is essential for encouraging fair game trade and maintaining high-quality, unrestricted gameplay for all users.

I urge you to support this petition and demand the restoration of GTA Online on Steam Deck, thus ensuring members of the gaming community continue to have our rights respected and our experiences valued. Please sign the petition.