How to Safely Disable BattlEye in GTA V for Single-Player Modding

By XaHertz  |  May 30, 2025  |  Last Updated : June 14, 2025

If you’re looking to enhance your single-player experience in Grand Theft Auto V with mods, you’ll first need to disable BattlEye. BattlEye is an anti-cheat system used by Rockstar Games to prevent cheating in GTA Online. However, it can also interfere with mods in story mode. This guide explains how to disable BattlEye depending on your game launcher, so you can enjoy a customized story mode without hassle.

Warning: Disabling BattlEye locks you out of GTA Online until it’s re-enabled. These methods are strictly for single-player use.

Disabling BattlEye on Rockstar Games Launcher

  1. Launch the Rockstar Games Launcher.
  2. Click Settings in the top-right corner.

Rockstar Games Launcher

  1. Under Launcher Settings, select General.

General Settings in Rockstar Games Launcher

  1. Uncheck BattlEye Option.

Disabling BattlEye on Rockstar Games Launcher

  1. Start the game. BattlEye will be disabled for story mode.

Disabling BattlEye on Steam

  1. Open Steam and go to your Library.

Steam Library

  1. Right-click on Grand Theft Auto V and click Properties.

Grand Theft Auto V Options Menu in Steam

  1. In the General tab, find the Launch Options field.

Grand Theft Auto V Launch Options in Steam

  1. Enter this command in Launch Options:
    -nobattleye

Disabling BattlEye on Steam

  1. Close the window and launch the game. BattlEye will not run in story mode.

Disabling BattlEye on Epic Games Launcher

  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher and go to your Library.

Epic Games Launcher Library

  1. Click the three dots under Grand Theft Auto V and select Manage.

Grand Theft Auto V Options Menu in Epic Games Launcher

  1. Turn on Launch Options.

Grand Theft Auto V Launch Options in Epic Games Launcher

  1. Add this command to Launch Options:
    -nobattleye

Disabling BattlEye on Epic Games Launcher

  1. Close the settings and start the game. You’re good to go.

Important Reminders

  • These steps only affect story mode. If you want to return to GTA Online, you’ll need to re-enable BattlEye by undoing the changes.
  • Disabling BattlEye lets you use mods, but it may introduce bugs or crashes if mods aren’t compatible with your game version.
  • Don’t go beyond these official methods; tinkering with game files or third-party tools can break Rockstar’s terms of service and put your account at risk.

Bottom Line

If you’re modding in single-player, these launcher-specific methods are the safest way to disable BattlEye. Just remember to switch it back on before hopping into GTA Online.

FAQs

Q1: Will disabling BattlEye affect my ability to play GTA Online?
Yes, disabling BattlEye will prevent access to GTA Online. You must re-enable it to play online.

Q2: Is it safe to use mods in single-player mode after disabling BattlEye?
Generally, yes. However, ensure that the mods are compatible with your game version to avoid stability issues.

Q3: Can I disable BattlEye permanently?
It's not recommended to disable BattlEye permanently, especially if you plan to play GTA Online in the future.

Q4: Are there risks associated with disabling BattlEye?
Yes, modifying game files or using third-party tools beyond the official methods may violate Rockstar's terms of service and could lead to account penalties.


Last updated on June 14, 2025