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title: "Installation"
description: "New to FiveM? How to buy and install GTA V, sign up for a Rockstar account and install FiveM so you can play on Fat Duck Gaming."
canonical_url: "https://fatduckgaming.com/server-docs/getting-started/installation"
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# Installation

> New to FiveM? How to buy and install GTA V, sign up for a Rockstar account and install FiveM so you can play on Fat Duck Gaming.

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Already have FiveM installed? Skip to [How to Connect](https://fatduckgaming.com/server-docs/getting-started/how-to-connect).

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FDG is a custom Grand Theft Auto Five (GTA:V) roleplay server developed with the FiveM modification framework. **To play FDG, you need FiveM**. Let's get you started with FiveM. This guide assumes you've never used FiveM before. You'll learn:

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- What **FiveM** is
- How to install **GTA:V**
- How to signup for **Rockstar Social Club**
- How to install **FiveM**

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## What is FiveM

[FiveM](https://fivem.net/) is a multiplayer modification framework for the popular video game *Grand Theft Auto V (GTA:V)* developed by [Cfx.re](https://cfx.re/). It allows players to create and join customised multiplayer servers, offering a unique and tailored gaming experience. By leveraging the power of scripting and modding, FiveM enables players to extend the gameplay beyond the boundaries set by the original game developers. With FiveM, players can engage in a wide range of activities, such as roleplaying, racing, custom game modes, and much more, all within the expansive world of GTA:V.

## Installation Steps

### Download GTA:V

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You must **purchase or otherwise legitimately own** GTA:V. FDG is against the use of pirated or malicious copies.

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1. If you do not already own Grand Theft Auto V (GTA:V), visit the [official GTA:V website](https://www.rockstargames.com/gta-v) or a trusted digital game store (like <icon name="fa6-brands:steam-symbol">



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 [Steam](https://store.steampowered.com/)) to purchase and download GTA:V.
2. Follow the prompts to complete the installation process.

### Launch GTA:V & Create Rockstar Account

1. Launch GTA:V on your device.
2. If you don't have a Rockstar Social Club Account, follow the on-screen instructions to create one.
3. Log in to your Rockstar Social Club Account within the game.
4. Once you've created and signed in to your Rockstar Social Club Account, you can close GTA:V.

### Install FiveM

1. Visit the official [FiveM website](https://fivem.net) or a trusted source to download the FiveM client.
2. Run the installer and follow the instructions to complete the installation. See the **official FiveM installation guide** for more in-depth instructions.

### Launch FiveM & Link Rockstar Account

1. Launch the FiveM client on your device.
2. On the FiveM main menu, navigate to the `Settings` option.
3. Select the `Login with Rockstar` option and enter your Rockstar Account credentials.
4. Once logged in, you can link your Rockstar Account to FiveM.

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 Sweet! With FiveM installed, you can now **connect to FDG**, or any FiveM server for that matter.

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