The free migration of the popular Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5) from the PlayStation 4 version to the PlayStation 5 version is now available. This Rockstar Games initiative aims to encourage players to make the transition to the new generation of consoles. The upgrade offers a series of improvements and is compatible with physical and digital copies of the title.
Anyone who owns the digital edition of the game can easily update it. Simply access the game center on the PS5 console, where the option to download the enhanced version will appear at no additional cost.
In the case of physical copies, the process requires inserting the Blu-ray into the PlayStation 5. After completing the initial installation, players must go to the game center to download the new generation version, also at no cost.
It is important to note that users who choose to upgrade from a physical copy must keep the disc saved and insert it into the console every time they want to start the game.
For those looking for guidance on how to transfer progress from your PS4 game saves to the new version of PS5, detailed information is available that explains the procedure.
Fans of Grand Theft Auto V can now enjoy the enhanced experience that the new generation offers.
Rockstar Games’ strategy with this update gains context when considering that, according to recent data, around two million players are still active in GTA Online via PS4. This can be seen as a last-ditch effort by the company to transition its fan base to next-gen consoles ahead of the arrival of the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI.
This release is part of a more comprehensive announcement from the developer, which also included a future and significant update for GTA Online, with more details to be revealed soon. The free upgrade for PS5, regardless of the version (physical or digital) of GTA 5, was confirmed by the company.
Since June 18th, all owners of a copy of Grand Theft Auto V for PlayStation 4 have been able to upgrade to the PlayStation 5 version at no cost.
News and improvements that arrive with the PS5 upgrade
Rockstar Games highlights that the PlayStation 5 version of GTA 5 incorporates a series of substantial technical advances. Players will also find a streamlined process for transferring their progress in both Story Mode and Online Mode. Additionally, new features have been added, such as high-performance vehicles and upgrades exclusive to Hao’s Special Works, as well as new Career Progression rewards and other gameplay elements.
Upgrading to the new generation console also presents itself as the ideal way to experience the latest update for GTA Online, called “Kortz Center Heist”, scheduled for release in July.
The long-awaited Kortz Center Heist in GTA Online
The publisher describes the setting of the new scam as the renowned Kortz Center, located in the hills of Pacific Bluffs in Los Santos. This location, known for its cultural importance and for housing priceless international works of art, will be the stage for an audacious invasion. The objective is to loot the gallery’s prestigious collection for personal profit, which is the main attraction of GTA Online’s summer update in July.
To engage in the plot of art theft and forgery, players must first integrate an Art Studio into their Mansion. Afterwards, it will be necessary to explore the vast Kortz Center complex to plan the ideal approach to this assault, which will involve multiple phases of infiltration and an elaborate escape strategy.
The art studio appears as a new business aspect that can be incorporated into the players’ criminal empire through this update. This new venture connects to the Mansions update, which was made available a few months earlier, expanding the possibilities within the GTA Online universe.