The After Hours update for GTA Online transformed the game by introducing a vibrant nightlife experience centered around owning and managing nightclubs in Los Santos. This update brought back the beloved GTA IV character Tony Prince, aka "Gay Tony," tying the new content to the popular Ballad of Gay Tony expansion GTA 5 Accounts.
Players begin their After Hours journey by purchasing a nightclub through the Maze Bank Foreclosures website, with locations scattered across Los Santos and prices ranging from approximately GTA$1.08 million to GTA$1.7 million. After buying a nightclub, players must complete three setup missions: recruiting staff, stealing a Festival Bus, and picking up a DJ from the airport. The available DJs include real-world artists Solomun, Tale Of Us, and The Black Madonna, each bringing a unique musical vibe to the club.
Customization options abound, including nightclub style, lighting effects, dry ice fog, and the club’s name, allowing players to tailor their venue’s aesthetic. The nightclub also features a multi-level garage with storage for up to 40 vehicles, making it a practical hub for players’ collections.
After Hours is more than just a party scene—it introduces a robust business management system. Players can consolidate all their illicit businesses (drugs, guns, stolen cars) under the nightclub’s warehouse, hiring technicians to autonomously gather supplies and generate passive income. This integration streamlines business operations, reducing the need for constant supply runs.
The nightclub’s popularity meter is a key gameplay element, naturally decreasing over time but replenishable through missions, dancing, or marketing campaigns, which cost GTA$10,000 for every 10% popularity gained. Popularity affects club income and player engagement, so maintaining it is essential buy GTA 5 Accounts.
Players can control access to various club areas—such as the DJ booth, VIP lounge, and office—setting entry fees from $0 to $100, and restricting entry to friends, crew, or associates. The club features interactive elements like dancing, drinking mini-games, and VIP activities with in-game celebrities, enhancing the social experience.
