Rockstar Games has officially announced that the upcoming Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V) Enhanced Edition for PC will launch on March 4, 2025. This version brings a variety of improvements, including ray tracing, support for DLSS, and significantly faster loading times. However, there’s a major catch for PC players—while Windows 10 will still be supported, Rockstar recommends upgrading to Windows 11 for the best experience.
Windows 11 Recommended for Enhanced Features
GTA V’s Enhanced Edition is designed to leverage modern hardware capabilities, and Rockstar has optimized the game for Windows 11. While Windows 10 users will still be able to play the game, they may not fully benefit from the latest graphical enhancements, performance improvements, and DirectStorage optimizations.
System Requirements for GTA V Enhanced Edition
Rockstar has also released the official system requirements for the updated version of the game, and they are significantly higher than previous iterations.
Minimum System Requirements:
- Operating System: Windows 10 (latest service pack)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-4770 or AMD FX-9590
- Memory: 8GB RAM
- Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 (4GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 6400 (4GB VRAM)
- Storage: 105GB, SSD required
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX 10 compatible
Recommended System Requirements:
- Operating System: Windows 11
- Processor: Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory: 16GB Dual-Channel Configuration RAM
- Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (8GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 6600XT (8GB VRAM)
- Storage: 105GB, DirectStorage-compatible drive
- Sound System: Windows Spatial Sound-compatible audio system; Dolby Atmos support required for a Dolby Atmos experience
A Push Toward Newer Hardware?
The move to prioritize Windows 11 suggests that Rockstar is pushing GTA V toward next-generation gaming technology. DirectStorage, which improves load times and overall performance by optimizing data transfer between the CPU and GPU, is natively supported on Windows 11. Players who stick with Windows 10 might experience longer load times and reduced performance in certain areas of the game.
While Windows 10 users can still access GTA V Enhanced Edition, those looking to get the best possible experience—especially in terms of graphics and load times—should consider making the switch to Windows 11 before launch. With just a few months until release, players may want to check their PC specifications to ensure they’re ready for this upgraded version of Rockstar’s iconic open-world game.
