Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced, Rockstar's next-gen update for PC, is finally here. This enhanced edition boasts significant graphical improvements and new features, including full DualSense controller support, promising a superior gaming experience for PC players.
Key enhancements include ray-traced reflections, redesigned vehicles, and numerous smaller visual refinements that boost overall fidelity. GameV's recent YouTube comparison vividly showcases the graphical evolution over the past decade. The differences are most striking in low-light conditions like rainy nights or shadowy areas, where ray tracing and global illumination truly shine. However, the visual improvements are less noticeable under bright sunlight.
Despite a strong launch—peaking at over 187,000 concurrent players on Steam, exceeding the standard edition's recent peak of 184,000—player reception is mixed. Currently, the game holds a 56% positive rating on Steam. Many players question the update's value, citing relatively minor visual enhancements. Further criticism targets DualSense controller issues and glitches during character transfers from the original GTA Online. While some players report successful transfers, others experience persistent bugs.