GTA 5: Fans outrage over PS4 and Xbox One online connection issues and timed out sessions

TheRockstar Support forum  are filled with gamers desperate to see their online issues fixed but have so far found getting access to multiplayers features almost impossible.

Users have reported troubles since the launch of the highly anticipated title, while Rockstar have responded by deploying new updates to try and fix issues on the next-gen consoles.

Title Update 1.03 was launched at the weekend as a fix for GTA Online to improve stability, and other minor fixes.

But fans are still reporting issues to do with online connected with joining missions with other players and general connection problems.

One user wrote: "One week after launch and I've yet to see a lobby, let alone join a game.

"I just get the 'timed out locating session' no matter what mode I choose.

"As a software developer myself, I appreciate the complexities - but you need to up your game Rockstar, this is twice now..."

While another added: "I got the game like 4 or 5 days ago now. I didn't get the disc version I downloaded it from the store xbox one have been trying constantly to get online, and have not once made it online at all. "

Rockstarhave been offering advice on how best to get online and what common issues can be solved from your end on their support page.

The support team can also be reached through their official Twitter page here.

Rockstar warned before launch there would be teething problems connected to the new title.

"Whether it’s letting us know what you like and what you don’t like about the new features, reporting any technical issues you may experience during the early days of GTA Online’s next generation launch, or any other suggestions for improvements and tweaks whatsoever – we need your continued help, and, maybe, just a little patience if there are any teething problems around the launch on the new systems," an official statement read.

"We have, of course, tested the game extensively but there is no way our several hundred testers can be quite as comprehensive as millions of players! Please bear with us should any issues arise - we will be working hard to fix any problems that arise, and generally ensure this launch is as smooth as possible."