- GTA 5 is getting a free PC improve in March that provides beforehand launched PS5 and Xbox Collection X options
- The replace will add GTA On-line options, improved graphics, ray-tracing options, and extra
- New minimal and really useful specs have been shared forward of its launch
Rockstar Video games has introduced {that a} free PC improve for Grand Theft Auto 5 might be launched subsequent month that may add PS5, Xbox Collection X, and Xbox Collection S options.
The studio shared the main points in a brand new weblog submit confirming that the replace might be accessible on March 4 and have options beforehand solely accessible within the console variations of GTA On-line.
These embrace the most recent automobiles and efficiency upgrades at Hao’s Particular Works, animal encounters, GTA+ Membership entry, in addition to improved graphics, ray-tracing options, quicker loading instances, DualSense Wi-fi Controller assist, and extra.
The upgraded model of the sport may also function the latest participant enhancements for GTA On-line, which embrace kernel-based anti-cheat safety and proactive voice chat moderation.
Gamers who obtain the free improve may also be given the power emigrate their Story Mode and On-line progress.
With the addition of options like ambient occlusion, world illumination, ray-traced shadows and reflections, in addition to Nvidia DLSS 3, AMD FSR1, and FSR3 assist, the brand new and improved model of GTA 5 additionally means PC specs are altering.
You’ll be able to check out the minimal and really useful specs beneath to ensure your PC can deal with the brand new improve.
Row 0 – Cell 0 | Minimal | Beneficial |
Working system | Home windows 10 (newest service pack) | Home windows 11 |
Processor | Intel Core i7-4770, AMD FX-9590 | Intel Core i5-9600K, AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
Reminiscence | 8GB RAM | 16GB Twin-Channel Configuration RAM |
Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 (4GB VRAM), AMD Radeon RX 6400 (4GB VRAM) | NVIDIA GeForce RTC 3060 (8GB VRAM), AMD Radeon RX 6600XT (8GB VRAM) |
Storage | 105GB, SSD required | 105GB, DirectStorage-compatible drive |
Sound card & audio | 100% DirectX 10 suitable | Home windows Spatial Sound-compatible audio system; resolution containing Dolby Atmos assist required for a Dolby Atmos expertise |
Rockstar confirmed that assist for the earlier model of GTA 5 will proceed for gamers whose {hardware} does not fulfill the minimal necessities.
Nevertheless, for the unique model of GTA On-line, gamers who stay on that earlier model will be unable to play in on-line periods with these with the upgraded patch.
“PC Gamers who wish to play with one another might want to guarantee they’re taking part in the identical model of the sport,” Rockstar mentioned. “Each variations might be accessible to everybody who upgrades – and first-time purchasers will get entry to each variations as nicely.”
The upcoming patch comes as we eagerly await the discharge of Grand Theft Auto 6, which is scheduled to be launched in Fall 2025 for PS5, Xbox Collection X, and Xbox Collection S. Sadly, very similar to the GTA 5, a PC model will arrive later; reportedly in early 2026.