A recent update to the Rockstar Games Launcher has sparked speculation that Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5) might soon return to Xbox Game Pass, particularly for PC users. The update, which introduced support for the Xbox PC app, has led to rumors that Rockstar’s flagship title could once again become available to subscribers.
What’s Fueling the Speculation?
Historically, GTA 5 has been added and removed from Xbox Game Pass multiple times, with its most recent departure in January 2024. Now, dataminers and industry insiders have noticed Rockstar tweaking its launcher to integrate with the Xbox ecosystem, raising questions about a potential return.
While there is no official confirmation from Microsoft or Rockstar, this change suggests the possibility of GTA 5 being included in PC Game Pass, similar to how Red Dead Redemption 2 was briefly available through the service in the past.
Console Players Left Waiting?
The biggest question remains: will GTA 5 also come back to Game Pass for Xbox consoles? So far, the rumors focus on PC rather than the console version of Game Pass. If it does return, it could mirror previous Game Pass deals, where the game was available for a limited time before being removed again.
With GTA 6 on the horizon and Rockstar looking to maintain interest in its biggest franchise, bringing GTA 5 back to Game Pass could be a smart move—especially as new players gear up for the next chapter in the series.
Official Announcement Pending
As of now, neither Xbox nor Rockstar have confirmed whether GTA 5 will return to Game Pass on PC or consoles. Until an official announcement is made, fans should take this news with a grain of salt. However, given the game’s history with Game Pass and the latest launcher update, it wouldn’t be surprising to see it return soon.
