Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced: A Decade of Visual Evolution

Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Edition, Rockstar's next-gen update for PC, has finally arrived. This updated version boasts significant graphical improvements and new features, including full DualSense controller support, promising a vastly enhanced gaming experience.

Key enhancements include ray-traced reflections, redesigned vehicles, and numerous subtle refinements that dramatically improve visual fidelity. A recent GameV YouTube video provides a compelling side-by-side comparison, showcasing the graphical evolution over the past decade. The improvements are most striking during nighttime rain or in shadowed areas, where advanced global illumination and ray tracing truly excel. However, the differences 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 users question the update's value, citing relatively minor visual enhancements. Further criticisms include DualSense controller issues and glitches related to character transfers from the original GTA Online. While some players report successful transfers, others are experiencing persistent bugs.