Rockstar Launches 40% Shark Card Bonus Ahead of Kortz Center Heist Update
Rockstar Games has announced a special promotional offer for GTA Online players looking to boost their in-game bank accounts before the highly anticipated Kortz Center Heist update releases later this month. The promotion provides a substantial 40% bonus on select Shark Card purchases, giving players extra GTA$ to prepare for what's expected to be an expensive new heist.
Details of the 40% Bonus Offer
The promotion applies to three qualifying Shark Card tiers, each offering significant value increases:
- Great White Shark Card: $1,500,000 base value becomes $2,100,000 (600k bonus)
- Whale Shark Card: $4,250,000 base value becomes $5,950,000 (1.7m bonus)
- Megalodon Shark Card: $10,000,000 base value becomes $14,000,000 (4m bonus)
This represents one of the most generous Shark Card promotions Rockstar has offered in recent memory, with the Megalodon card providing an additional $4 million in free GTA$ for qualifying purchases.
How to Claim the Promotion
Players interested in taking advantage of this offer must follow a specific process to ensure they receive the bonus. First, visit the GTA Online page on the official Rockstar Games website and locate the section labeled Get 40% Bonus GTA$ on Qualifying Shark Cards. Click the CLAIM NOW button and sign in with your Rockstar Games account.
It's crucial to note that the claim deadline is 11:59 pm ET on July 22nd, 2026. Once claimed, players have until 11:59 pm ET on August 5th, 2026 to purchase their qualifying Shark Cards to receive the bonus.
Important Limitations and Restrictions
Players should be aware of several key restrictions when using this promotion:
- The offer is limited to 5 qualifying Shark Card purchases per account
- GTA+ members will see their standard 15% bonus increase to 40% for the first 5 purchases only—bonuses do not stack
- GTA$ from Shark Card purchases may take up to 72 hours to appear in players' Maze Bank accounts
Preparing for the Kortz Center Heist
Rockstar's decision to launch this promotion ahead of The Kortz Center Heist update suggests the new heist will require substantial investment, similar to previous major heist releases. The company typically offers these bonuses to ensure players have adequate funds for new content, which often includes expensive properties, equipment, and vehicles needed to complete heists successfully.
The timing of this promotion indicates that The Kortz Center Heist will be a significant addition to GTA Online, likely featuring multiple setup missions, varied gameplay mechanics, and lucrative payouts for those who complete it.
Final Thoughts
For GTA Online players planning to tackle The Kortz Center Heist when it releases, this 40% Shark Card bonus represents an excellent opportunity to build up their in-game wealth. With the deadline approaching, players should act quickly to claim the offer and make their purchases before the promotion expires.
