GTA V Enhanced: A Decade of Stunning Graphics

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 revitalized experience for PC players.

Key enhancements include ray-traced reflections, redesigned vehicles, and numerous smaller visual refinements. A recent GameV YouTube video highlights the graphical evolution over the past decade, showcasing the most dramatic differences during nighttime rain or in shadowy areas where ray tracing and global illumination truly excel. Under bright sunlight, however, the visual improvements are less striking.

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 has been mixed. The game currently holds a 56% positive rating on Steam, with many questioning the update's value given the relatively subtle visual enhancements. Further criticism centers around DualSense controller issues and glitches during character transfers from the original GTA Online. While some players report successful transfers, others are encountering persistent bugs.