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Lots of folks are buzzing about the new Rockstar FiveM Terms of Service and Platform License Agreement that's just landed.

Strap in, everyone! I'm here to toss in my two cents, and it's gonna be a fun, wacky ride!

Server Monetizing

Alright, folks, here's the deal: if you want to play it safe and keep everything on the up-and-up with your server, Tebex is your buddy. They're like your financial superhero for handling donations or any money stuff linked to your server. Just forget about the others - PayPal, Cashapp, Patreon, etc. They're on the no-fly list here.

Now, according to the honcho over at FiveM, they're planning a "big push" to make sure everyone's on the Tebex train. And it sounds like they're not afraid to drop the ban hammer on anyone not on board.

Yeah, we've all heard the grumbles: "Tebex takes too much of a cut." Fair, but come on, they're not running a charity over there! They provide some sweet perks. Chargeback protection from fickle donors? Tebex has your back - no chargeback for you, buddy. They even promise to pay out your hard-earned donations in just 3 days!

But wait, there's more! Tebex accepts over 100+ payment methods. That's right, we're in triple digits, making donating a breeze. And the cherry on top? They handle all the customer support drama and deal with the sales tax man for you. Worldwide!

In short, Tebex is the way to go, no two ways about it. I'd tell any server owner to jump on this.

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Branded Cars

Okay, buckle up, because we're diving into the bumpy world here. So, the chiefs over at FiveM have given the thumbs-down to "debadging", which in human speak means yanking off all those real-world logos and models from your virtual rides. But hold your horses — you've gotta get rid of all real-world cars to the curb. Yep, every single one.

Now, let's chew on what this really means. Given that Rockstar's swoop-in-and-buy move on FiveM was quicker than a hiccup, none of us had time to even blink, let alone prep for this curveball. But hey, I'm throwing caution to the wind and betting my last donut that FiveM isn't gonna start a server-banning spree just because your cars mirror the real deal. They've gotta give us some wiggle room, right? And I reckon the FiveM folks know this too or we would already have seen thousands of server go bye-bye. But hey, remember, I'm no legal eagle; this is just my two cents.

So, what's the deal with the wheels you should be using? Listen up, there's a whole parking lot of lore-friendly cars out there. They might not be the flashy beasts we adore, but let's get real — the "no real-life branding" memo has been in FiveM's rulebook since, like, forever. This ain't news, folks!

Now, before you hit the panic button and start doing anything drastic, I've heard through the grapevine (okay, tiny, chirpy birds) that some top-notch developers are already putting the pedal to the metal on some snazzy lore-friendly vehicles, trust me I've seen the sneakpeeks. And that's for the PD and the civilian rides. So, maybe start with the whole debading thing and see where the road takes you. But for the love of all things, put the brakes on donation sales of branded cars. Like, NOW. And hey, why not nudge your members to scout for those lore-friendly models? It's swap time, people!

Remember, it's not about the car's badge; it's about the ride! So let's keep those engines purring, alright? 🚗💨

Conclusion

The key takeaways? Stick with Tebex to keep your server's financial! And when it comes to your virtual garage, it's time to embrace those lore-friendly models because the future is now and it's branded-free!

But remember, folks, this ain't a sprint; it's a marathon. Changes won't happen overnight, and there's a learning curve for all of us in these uncharted territories. While FiveM and the new bosses in town, Rockstar, adjust the rearview mirrors, it's crucial for us, the drivers, to stay buckled in and ready for the ride.

So let's ease off the panic pedal, keep our eyes on the road, and embrace the changes with the enthusiasm of a kid in a candy store — or a gamer in a graphics card warehouse!