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Game publisher and launcher platform for GTA and Red Dead Redemption, with online play and accounts via the Rockstar Games Launcher and Social Club
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Restricted in Syria as of 20 July 2026. Community testing showed the Rockstar Games Launcher loads but sign in fails with error #1.000.7, cutting off accounts and online play for Syrian users. No outreach has been made yet.
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Community testing found that Rockstar Games online services are restricted in Syria. Signing in through the Rockstar Games Launcher from a Syrian connection fails with the error «Sorry, we are unable to handle your request at this time.» (error #1.000.7), blocking access to accounts and online play ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rockstar Games is restricted in Syria. Access may require workarounds or may not be fully functional. We are monitoring the situation.
Many international services blocked access to Syria due to previous sanctions and compliance policies. Even as sanctions are being reviewed, some companies have not yet restored access. Unblock Syria tracks these services and advocates for change.
You can help by voting on this page to show demand, sharing it on social media, and contacting Rockstar Games directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.