Microsoft is set to enhance the gaming experience for Xbox Game Pass subscribers by adding Rockstar Games’ iconic title, Grand Theft Auto 5, to the service starting April 15, 2025. This exciting addition to the Wave 1 April 2025 lineup was detailed in an Xbox Wire post, heralding the return of one of the most celebrated open-world games to the platform. For PC users, the arrival of GTA 5 Enhanced on Game Pass marks a significant upgrade, incorporating the latest enhancements Rockstar released in early March.
The update promises universal access to the new Oscar Guzman Flies Again content, allowing players to engage in thrilling new missions centered around the McKenzie Field Hanger in Grapeseed. This includes piloting new aircraft and participating in arms trafficking missions, offering fresh gameplay dynamics for both new and returning players.
While this marks a triumphant return for GTA 5 to Xbox Game Pass, the situation isn't as rosy for some PC players. The GTA 5 Enhanced update, which became available on PC on March 4, introduced numerous enhancements but also encountered significant backlash. Despite offering new vehicles, performance upgrades, and visual improvements, it became Rockstar’s worst-reviewed title on Steam due to ongoing issues with account migration, particularly affecting players of GTA Online.
Newcomers to Los Santos should have a smooth experience, but those looking to transfer their GTA Online profiles to the Enhanced version may face challenges. The account migration problems persist, casting a shadow over what should be a celebratory update.
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As the gaming community eagerly awaits Grand Theft Auto 6, the latest updates suggest a release sometime this fall, though an exact date remains elusive. In the meantime, Rockstar continues to refine GTA 5 ahead of its Game Pass relaunch.
For those interested in the full scope of upcoming titles, you can explore the rest of the Wave 1 April 2025 titles coming to Xbox Game Pass. Additionally, Rockstar is fostering creativity within the gaming community by granting access to official tools for modders, ensuring a vibrant and evolving gaming ecosystem.
