How to Play
Welcome to Hydrate Roleplay! Follow this guide to get set up and into the city.
🎮 1. Install GTA V​
You must own a legitimate copy of Grand Theft Auto V to play on any FiveM server.
You can purchase and install GTA V from either:
âś… Make sure you've launched GTA V at least once before continuing.
🔻 2. Download & Install FiveM​
FiveM is a modification for GTA V that allows you to play on custom multiplayer servers like Hydrate RP.
- Go to the official FiveM website
- Click "Download Client"
- Read and agree to the terms and install FiveM
- Launch FiveM and sign in with your Rockstar Games account
💬 3. Join the Hydrate RP Discord​
Our Discord is where everything starts. Join here: discord.gg/hydraterp
🛂 Step 1: Get Verified​
Once you're in the Discord:
-
If you’re new, go through the onboarding process to get the
âś… Verified
role. -
If you’re already in the Discord but not Verified:
- Go to the
Channels and Roles
section - Click the âś… next to "Play on the FiveM server"
- Go to the
Without this, you won't be able to connect to the server.
🚪 4. Join the Server​
Option A: Use the Direct Connect Link​
Direct Connect Link: https://cfx.re/join/l9yp9v
Click the link and FiveM will launch straight into Hydrate RP (if you're Verified in Discord).
Option B: Use the Server Browser​
- Open FiveM
- Go to the Servers tab
- Remove any language filters (or set it to Australian English)
- In the top-right search bar, type:
Hydrate Roleplay
- Click the Hydrate RP server and hit Connect
❗Troubleshooting Tips​
- Ensure Discord is open and linked to FiveM
- Ensure Discord is opened before you run FiveM
- Ensure you create and have linked a cfx.re account to the FiveM application
- If you're stuck, open a ticket in the Hydrate Discord and we'll help you out!
Next Steps​
Read the following guides to get you up to speed on how to play!
- Creating a Meaningful Roleplay Character
- Common Keybinds
- Common Commands
- Read the Community Guidelines and Rules
See you in the city! Stay hydrated. đź’§