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GTA 5 Enhanced Edition Is Coming to Xbox Game Pass for PC in 2 Weeks
Rockstar Games has announced that the Enhanced Edition of Grand Theft Auto V will be available on Xbox Game Pass for PC within the next two weeks. The upgraded version brings several improvements over the original game and gives PC players a fresh reason to dive back into the chaotic world of Los Santos.
Originally launched for new-gen consoles like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, this version of GTA 5 features:
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Improved 4K resolution textures
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Faster loading screens
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Enhanced lighting and shadow effects
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Ray tracing and HDR support
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More immersive environmental details
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Updated character animations and vehicle physics
With GTA 6 around the corner, this re-release of GTA 5 seems to be a strategic move by Rockstar to keep fans engaged.
Why Is GTA 5 Still Relevant in 2025?
Even more than a decade after its original release, GTA 5 remains one of the best-selling and most-played games worldwide. Rockstar has kept it alive with constant content updates for GTA Online, and now with this enhanced edition, the game looks and feels better than ever — especially for players who may not yet own next-gen consoles.
By bringing the enhanced version to Xbox Game Pass for PC, Rockstar is also reaching millions of Game Pass users who now get to experience this version without paying extra.
GTA 5 Enhanced vs GTA 6: How Do They Compare?
While both games are from the same franchise, they are built for different generations of gaming. Here’s a quick breakdown of how GTA 5 Enhanced stacks up against what we know so far about GTA 6.
| Feature | GTA 5 Enhanced Edition | GTA 6 (Upcoming) |
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| Graphics | 4K, Ray Tracing, HDR | Built on Rockstar’s next-gen RAGE engine |
| Map | Los Santos & surrounding areas | Vice City and potentially other locations |
| AI & NPC Behavior | Improved but still based on older systems | Promised dynamic NPC behavior and smarter AI |
| Gameplay Mechanics | Classic GTA formula with enhanced visuals | Likely deeper storylines, interaction systems, and realism |
| Online Mode | GTA Online, still very active | A new version of GTA Online, potentially more immersive |
| Release Date | Available now on next-gen and soon PC | Expected in Fall 2025 or early 2026 |
Bottom Line:
GTA 5 Enhanced offers a visual and technical upgrade that makes it feel new again, but GTA 6 is expected to push the boundaries of what open-world games can do.
What Should PC Players Expect?
If you're a PC gamer with an Xbox Game Pass subscription, you’ll be able to download and play GTA 5 Enhanced soon, without any extra cost. Just make sure your system meets the updated hardware requirements for the best experience.
The game is expected to be added to the Game Pass library by mid-April 2025. An exact date is still awaited, but the rollout is likely to be global.
