"GTA V Enhanced: 10 Years of Visual Upgrades"

The highly anticipated PC release of Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced, Rockstar's next-generation update to the legendary open-world game, is now available. This enhanced version introduces substantial graphical improvements and new features, including full DualSense controller support, providing an elevated gaming experience for PC enthusiasts.

Key enhancements include ray-traced reflections, redesigned vehicles, and numerous smaller adjustments that collectively boost the game's visual quality. The popular YouTube channel GameV has released a side-by-side comparison video that illustrates the evolution of the graphics over the past 12 years. The most striking differences are visible during rainy nights or in dimly lit environments, where the advanced global illumination and ray-traced reflections create a significant visual impact. However, under bright, sunny conditions, the differences between the original and enhanced versions are less noticeable.

Despite its successful launch, which saw over 187,000 concurrent players on Steam—exceeding 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. Some players question the value of the update, citing the relatively minor visual enhancements. Furthermore, there have been complaints about issues with DualSense controller functionality and glitches when transferring characters from the original GTA Online. While some users have successfully transferred their characters, others continue to encounter persistent bugs.