– Free upgrade for GTA V from PS4/Xbox One to PS5/Xbox Series X|S is available starting June 18.
– New heist called “The Kortz Center Heist” is coming to GTA Online in July.
– GTA 6 marketing may have begun, hinted by Take-Two CEO’s street interview.
– PS5/Xbox Series versions include technical improvements, progress migration, and new features like Hao’s Special Works.
Take-Two CEO’s street interview might indicate GTA 6 marketing has began, at least thats what the vibe suggests. While we patiently wait for what could be the biggest game ever, the longest-running game in the series just recieved a free upgrade. Rockstar made the announcment on its news page, also revealing a brand new heist that is coming to GTA Online.
A Legacy of Re-Releases Finally Rewarded
GTA 5 originally launched way back in September of 2013 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 consoles. It subseqently launched for the PS4 and Xbox One in November 2014, followed by a PC launch in April 2015. All these different releases brought with them minor improvements, effectively bringing the game up to scratch with the latest console generation at the time. Then, in March 2022, the game was released for PS5 and Xbox Series consoles, once again bringing a visual upgrade in line with the newest generation of hardware.
The Costly Upgrade Path is No More
Historically all these were independent purchases, meaning those who owned the game on the PS4 would have to fork out cash for the PS5 version to get the best graphical experience. Now, Rockstar has finally annouced that PS4 and Xbox One versions of the game can be upgraded to the PS5 or Xbox Series version for absolutely free. The announcement was made today, June 17, and confirms the free upgrade will be available starting tomorrow, June 18. This is a huge move for players who held off on buying the same game again.
- GTA V and GTA Online on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S feature vast technical improvements
- Easy migration of your Story Mode and Online progress is included
- New features including Hao’s Special Works high-performance vehicles and upgrades
- Career Progress rewards and much more are also part of the package
New Content Dropping in July
Along with the free upgrade announcement, a brand new heist called ‘The Kortz Center Heist’ is also comming to GTA Online in July. This should give veteran players a reason to log back in and experience some fresh criminal activities. Rockstar continues to support the online mode with substantial updates even as the industry looks toward the next numbered entry in the series.