The much-anticipated PC release of *Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced*, Rockstar's next-generation iteration of the iconic open-world game, is now available. This enhanced version introduces substantial graphical upgrades and new features such as full DualSense controller support, providing an elevated gaming experience for PC enthusiasts.
Notable enhancements include ray-traced reflections, updated vehicle designs, and a variety of smaller tweaks that significantly boost the visual quality. The popular YouTube channel GameV recently released a side-by-side comparison video, demonstrating the evolution of the graphics over the past 12 years since the original release. The improvements are most striking during rainy nights and in shadowy areas, where advanced global illumination and ray-traced reflections truly stand out. However, under sunny conditions, the differences between the base game and the enhanced version are less noticeable.
Despite an impressive launch with over 187,000 concurrent players on Steam, which surpassed 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 necessity of this update, citing the relatively subtle visual enhancements. Furthermore, there have been complaints regarding DualSense functionality and issues with transferring characters from the original GTA Online. While some players have reported successful transfers, others are still grappling with persistent bugs.
