GTA 5 Enhanced Edition Now on Game Pass: What You Need to Know

GTA 5 Enhanced Edition Now Available on Xbox & PC Game Pass

Big news for Grand Theft Auto fans — GTA 5 Enhanced Edition has officially joined Game Pass, and it’s playable right now on both PC and Xbox Series X|S platforms. Whether you’re new to Los Santos or returning for another chaotic adventure, this update delivers a seriously polished experience.

What’s New in GTA 5 Enhanced?

The Enhanced version first dropped in March 2025 and comes packed with improvements:

• ✨ Visual upgrades: Better lighting, ray-traced ambient occlusion, global illumination

• ⚡ Faster loading times for quicker jump-ins

• More vehicle variety and smoother gameplay

• Optimizations for PC: Supports AMD FSR and NVIDIA DLSS

• Includes access to GTA+, Rockstar’s premium service with bonuses, in-game perks, and access to classic titles like Red Dead Redemption, L.A. Noire, and Bully

Game Pass Pricing Breakdown

Here’s how you can access GTA 5 Enhanced:

• PC Game Pass – $12/month

• Game Pass Standard (Xbox only) – $15/month

• Game Pass Ultimate (PC + Xbox + Cloud) – $20/month

Want to stream the game? You’ll need Game Pass Ultimate for cloud access.

️ Bugs? Sorted.

While its initial launch saw some bugs and negative Steam reviews, Rockstar Games has patched many of the issues, and recent player feedback has been largely positive. Still, the overall Steam rating remains “Mixed” — but don’t let that stop you if you’re on Game Pass.

⏳ How Long Will GTA 5 Stay on Game Pass?

That’s the million-dollar question. GTA 5 has been added and removed multiple times, so if you’re thinking of diving in, better not wait too long.

What About GTA 6?

We hear you! Although Rockstar hasn’t confirmed a release date yet, with Take-Two (TTWO) revealing solid launch dates for upcoming titles like Mafia: The Old Country and Borderlands 4, fans are hopeful that GTA 6 might not be too far off.