To provide subscribers another opportunity to delve into the magical world of Los Santos, Grand Theft Auto 5 is making its return to Xbox Game Pass on April 15, 2025. This will build anticipation for GTA 6 and provide a perfect chance for players — both new and returning — to experience the freedom, storytelling, and chaos of Los Santos once again.
With the reintroduction comes the enhanced edition of GTA 5, which features technical improvements like ray tracing and support for AMD FSR1, FSR3, and NVIDIA DLSS 3. This will result in faster loading times using SSD and DirectStorage, enhanced support for higher resolutions and frame rates, DualSense controller support, and also enhanced audio with Dolby Atmos.
Bringing back GTA 5 to Xbox Game Pass is a strategy to push to pack its library with high-profile titles, offering gamers access to some of the most celebrated games out there.
The return of GTA 5 is not just nostalgia; it is a reminder of an example of great storytelling and a powerful subject. As GTA 6 is on the line, there is no better time than this to jump back into the world of chaos and charm to celebrate and create unforgettable moments. This Game Pass release will open doors for a new wave of players to discover what GTA 5 is and how it became a cultural phenomenon.