AGrand Theft Auto Onlineplayer has put together a car collection inspired by Ken Block. InGrand Theft Auto Online, cars play an important role, as they are among the main ways to get around Los Santos. Cars are also important for driving the game’s economy, with players buying, selling, and collecting a wide variety of models.
Ken Block died earlier this year, leaving the sports world without one of its most recognizable names. The 56-year-old driver was the victim of a fatal snowmobile accident, and his death was greatly mourned in the world of motorsports. Ken Block received many tributes from around the world, including from the FIA, the governing body of motorsports. The FIA decided to withdraw the number 43 from use in this year’s World Rally Championship, in memory of the driver who used #43 on his cars.
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GTA Onlinesometimes has problems, but this time the game makes headlines for a different reason. User Chemical_Ad_6946 shared on Reddit an image showing their garage with cars inspired by Ken Block. From left to right, the player customized the Obey Omnis, Vapid GB 200, Declasse Drift Tampa, Declasse Drift Yosemite, and Vapid Flash GT to look similar to the rally legend cars. One of the highlights is the Vapid Flash GT: the car replicates the design of the iconic 2011 Fiesta GYM3, the first Ford car used by Ken Block in his Gymkhana video series.
Ken Block has made motorsport history bycompeting in Rally competitionsaround the world. Although he never won a title, Block was respected and loved by all. Ken Block also became famous in the world of pop culture thanks to his video series Gymkhana. Launched on his YouTube channel, the videos in the Gymkhana series feature the driver performing incredible stunts. The videos went viral on the internet, winning over even people who are not car enthusiasts.
Although it is an old game,GTA Onlinereceives updates frequently, highlighting Rockstar Games' work in bringing content to the game. By having a very active community, it is normal to seeGTA Onlineplayers reacting to major events such as the death of the legendary Ken Block. After all, Block made history not only in the world of sports but also in gaming with appearances in titles such asDirt,Forza Horizon 5, andCSR Racing 2. Chemical_Ad_6946’s tribute is a simple, yet heartwarming way to remember an icon whose death was so premature.
Grand Theft Auto Onlineis available now for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
