GTA V Expanded & Enhanced Review: The Definitive Los Santos Experience in 2025
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The long-awaited GTA V Enhanced Edition finally arrived on PC in March 2025, bringing Rockstar's masterpiece into the modern era with groundbreaking visual improvements and technical enhancements.
Review Summary:
The Enhanced Edition of GTA V offers a completely new experience with ray tracing, performance improvements, and new content. The free upgrade for original owners represents exceptional value.
Visual Revolution: Ray Tracing Transforms Los Santos
The most striking improvement in GTA V Enhanced is the implementation of comprehensive ray tracing technology. The addition of Ray Traced Global Illumination (RTGI) fundamentally changes how light behaves in the game world.
Key Ray Tracing Features:
- Ray Traced Global Illumination with second bounce capability for enhanced indirect lighting
- High-resolution Ray Traced Reflections that mirror the environment with stunning accuracy
- Ray Traced Ambient Occlusion for more natural shadow interactions
- Ray Traced Shadows that create soft, realistic depth throughout the world
Technical Excellence: Performance That Delivers
Despite the visual upgrades, GTA V Enhanced delivers surprisingly excellent performance across a wide range of hardware configurations.
Performance Highlights:
- Faster Loading Times: Boot to gameplay in under 30 seconds compared to 10-15 minutes in Legacy
- Better Hardware Utilization: Improved CPU and GPU usage for smoother performance
- DLSS 3 and FSR 3 Support: AI upscaling with frame generation for enhanced performance
- DirectStorage Support: SSD optimization for lightning-fast asset streaming
System Requirements and Accessibility
| Minimum Requirements | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|
| Windows 10 (build 1909 or above) | Windows 11 |
| Intel Core i7-4770 / AMD FX-9590 | Intel Core i5-9600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| 8GB RAM | 16GB dual-channel RAM |
| NVIDIA GTX 1630 (4GB) / AMD RX 6400 (4GB) | NVIDIA RTX 3060 (8GB) / AMD RX 6600XT (8GB) |
| 105GB SSD required | 105GB DirectStorage-compatible drive |
The Verdict: A Worthy Transformation
GTA V Enhanced Edition successfully transforms a decade-old game into a modern showcase that rivals contemporary releases.
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