Microsoft is set to bring Rockstar Games' iconic Grand Theft Auto 5 to Xbox Game Pass and the enhanced version of GTA 5 to Game Pass for PC starting April 15, 2025. This exciting announcement came via an Xbox Wire post, highlighting the game as the standout addition to the Wave 1 April 2025 lineup. Notably, the PC Game Pass version will include the newly released Enhanced update that Rockstar launched in early March.
The latest update, Oscar Guzman Flies Again, is accessible to all players regardless of the version they're using. This update allows you to take control of the McKenzie Field Hanger in Grapeseed, engage in new arms trafficking missions, and pilot new aircraft, enhancing your experience in the vast world of Los Santos.
This marks a significant return for GTA 5 to the Game Pass service after its previous removal. However, the excitement is tempered for some fans, especially those on PC. The GTA 5 Enhanced update, which hit PC on March 4, introduced new vehicles, performance enhancements in Hao’s Special Works, animal encounters, and visual improvements. Despite these additions, the update has led to GTA 5 becoming Rockstar's worst-reviewed title on Steam due to ongoing issues with account migration, preventing players from transferring their GTA Online profiles to the new version.
New players diving into Los Santos for the first time won't be affected by these issues. However, for those looking to upgrade their existing GTA Online accounts to the Enhanced version, the migration problems could pose a significant hurdle.
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As the gaming community eagerly awaits further news on Grand Theft Auto 6, the last update suggested that Rockstar aims to release this highly anticipated title sometime in the fall. However, the exact release date remains elusive.
While Rockstar addresses the account migration issues before GTA 5’s Game Pass return, you can explore the rest of the Wave 1 April 2025 titles coming to Xbox Game Pass. Additionally, Rockstar is fostering the modding community by providing them with official tools, which could lead to exciting new content and modifications for the game.
