Rockstar Games has announced one last major update for Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5) and GTA Online on PC, and fans are thrilled with what’s in store. Set to release on March 4, this update brings long-awaited features from the next-gen console versions to PC, including ray tracing, new content, and quality-of-life improvements. Here’s everything you need to know about the update and why fans are so excited.
What’s in the Update?
The update introduces two versions of GTA 5 on PC:
- Grand Theft Auto V: The standard version of the game.
- Grand Theft Auto V Legacy: A new version that includes next-gen features previously exclusive to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Key Features:
- Ray Tracing Support: Enhanced lighting, shadows, and reflections for a more immersive experience.
- Hao’s Special Works (HSW): Access to the latest vehicles and performance upgrades.
- Animal Encounters: Discover wildlife across Southern San Andreas and participate in daily photography challenges.
- GTA+ Membership: PC players can now sign up for GTA+ to unlock exclusive benefits.
- Performance Upgrades: Support for AMD FSR 1 & 3, NVIDIA DLSS 3, faster SSD loading times, and higher resolutions and frame rates.
Why Are GTA 5Fans Excited?
The update has been met with widespread enthusiasm from the GTA community. On the r/gtaonline subreddit, fans shared their thoughts:
User Cruxal_ commented:
“I love this! As silly as it sounds, I love the deal of GTA+. I’ll be buying it when it comes to PC. It helped my wife get started a lot better on PS5 when I finally got her to try this masterpiece of a game.”
Another user, BoxOfBlades, added:
“The ray-traced GI and AO will be a nice preview of what’s to come with GTA VI, and with DLSS, we can finally play without jaggies or 8x MSAA. Three years late, but fk it, W R! I hope the update goes well.”*
While some fans expressed frustration over the delay in bringing these features to PC, most agreed that the update is a welcome addition and a positive sign for the future of the franchise.
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What Does This Mean for GTA 6?
This update not only enhances GTA 5 but also hints at Rockstar’s commitment to delivering high-quality PC ports. With Grand Theft Auto VI on the horizon, fans are hopeful that the PC version will launch with similar—or even better—features.