GTA Online in-game gambling is now blocked in Australia
The sudden ban has Australia join a list of over 50 countries where most Diamond Casino features are unavailable.
Blocked In is a strategy-casual game released for PC in February 2024. Recent coverage has focused on regulatory restrictions affecting online gaming more broadly, with Australia joining over 50 countries where certain in-game gambling mechanics have been disabled. The restriction reflects ongoing global scrutiny of loot boxes and casino-style features in multiplayer titles, a trend that continues to shape how developers approach monetization in online games.
The sudden ban has Australia join a list of over 50 countries where most Diamond Casino features are unavailable.