Install some Gran Turismo 5 DLC now or lose it forever on April 30

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I'm sure most have moved on to GT6 or PS4, but just in case.

As Sony has previously announced, Gran Turismo 5 online services will be terminated on May 30, ending access to the Online Lobby, Seasonal Events, Museum, News, Community, Remote Race, Log in Bonus and Online Dealership features.

Sony has also announced that all DLC for Gran Turismo 5 will be removed from the PlayStation store earlier, on April 30.

If you purchase a Racing Car Pack, Course Pack and other DLC items, you’ll be able to download and install them again if you acquire the free “Family Upgrade” item and follow the instructions outlined on Gran Turismo’s website.

However, after April 30, you will not be able to download and install the Paint Pack and Racing Gear Pack if you lose or delete Gran Turismo 5’s save data.

In addition, Gran Turismo TV, which gives players access to racing related video content, will no longer be available through Gran Turismo 5 starting March 14.

“We would like to thank everyone for their passion in supporting Gran Turismo 5’s online services, and we look forward to providing even better online services for Gran Turismo 6,” Sony said.
 
I never understand why developers cut off online feature on older video games. It bothers me. :( This is one of the reason why I always held back when buying any games that are online-only (such as Plants vs Zombies Garden Warfare, for example.) Fear that they might cut off within few years later if it doesn't become successful or cannot keep up with the cost of online server.
 
So you buy their latest game? Yap, its pretty lame.
 
How long has GT5 been out? This kinda seems like a record to me for dead offline. Honestly, this stuff reminds me of EA pulling the cord and me thinking about the two EA published shooter games coming out. The fear has been instilled.
 
I heard sales of GT6 have not been fantasic, so maybe they do this to boost sales of GT6.