The much-anticipated PC release of Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced, Rockstar's next-generation version of the iconic open-world game, is now available. This updated edition introduces substantial graphical enhancements and new features, including full DualSense controller support, providing an elevated gaming experience for PC players.
Key improvements include ray-traced reflections, updated vehicle designs, and numerous minor adjustments that significantly boost the visual quality. The popular YouTube channel GameV has recently released a side-by-side comparison video, illustrating the graphical evolution over the last 12 years. The enhancements are particularly striking during nighttime scenes with rain or in shadowy settings, where the implementation of advanced global illumination and ray-traced reflections stands out. However, in bright, sunny conditions, the differences between the original and enhanced versions are less noticeable.
Despite a strong launch, with over 187,000 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing the recent peak of 184,000 for the standard edition, the reception has been mixed. Currently, the game holds a 56% positive review rating on Steam. Many users have questioned the value of this update, citing the subtle nature of the visual improvements. Further criticism includes issues with DualSense controller functionality and glitches encountered during the transfer of characters from the original GTA Online. While some players have successfully transferred their characters, others report ongoing bugs.
