Free GTA 5 Upgrades Available for Legacy Edition Players
WHO:
Engadget - Rockstar Games is the company offering the upgrades.
Sportskeeda - Players of GTA 5 Legacy Edition on PS4 and Xbox One are the target audience for the upgrade offer.
WHAT:
Game Informer - The PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions of GTA V were first released on March 15, 2022, and originally had no free upgrade path, priced at $39.99.
Game Informer - The upgraded versions boast improved resolutions (up to 4K), HDR, ray tracing, improved textures and draw distances, and up to 60 frames per second gameplay.
Game Informer - The PS5 version features 3D audio and DualSense haptic feedback.
Game Informer - Story progress from the PS4/Xbox One versions can also be transferred to the current editions.
CNET - Players who held off on upgrading can now receive the PS5 and Xbox Series versions of GTA 5 at no extra cost.
Engadget - Rockstar will provide free upgrades for GTA 5 from older console and PC versions to newer versions.
Sportskeeda - GTA 5 Legacy Edition players can upgrade to the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S editions at no cost.
WHERE:
Sportskeeda - The upgrade applies to players on PS4 and Xbox One consoles.
WHEN:
Game Informer - Starting tomorrow, June 18, owners of any PlayStation 4 version of Grand Theft Auto V or the digital Xbox One version will be able to upgrade to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions for free.
Sportskeeda - The upgrade offer is available for players who have not yet upgraded to the Enhanced Edition.
WHY:
Game Informer - This upgrade initiative coincides with an upcoming update for GTA Online called The Kortz Center Heist, a big new mission launching in July.
Engadget - The upgrade is part of Rockstar's initiative to support players transitioning to newer console generations.
HOW:
Game Informer - PC players can experience the same improvements by upgrading from the Legacy to the Enhanced edition for free.
Sportskeeda - Players will be able to access the free upgrade through their respective console's digital store.
(UPDATED June 18, 2026 08:34 UTC)
Starting tomorrow, owners of the PlayStation 4 version of Grand Theft Auto V or the digital Xbox One version will be able to upgrade for free to the enhanced PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions, which were originally released on March 15, 2022, without a free upgrade option. These upgraded versions feature impressive enhancements such as improved resolutions up to 4K, HDR, ray tracing, and smoother gameplay at up to 60 frames per second, along with the PS5's unique 3D audio and DualSense haptic feedback. This initiative comes ahead of the new GTA Online mission, The Kortz Center Heist, set to launch in July, and PC players can also enjoy similar improvements by upgrading from the Legacy to the Enhanced edition at no cost.
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(UPDATED June 18, 2026 01:46 UTC)
Players who have been waiting to upgrade can now get the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series versions of Grand Theft Auto 5 without any additional cost. This offer is a great opportunity for those who haven't yet made the switch to the latest consoles. It's a chance to experience the game with enhanced graphics and performance.
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(UPDATED June 17, 2026 18:00 UTC)
Rockstar Games is offering free upgrades for players of GTA 5 Legacy Edition on PS4 and Xbox One, allowing them to transition to the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S editions at no cost. This upgrade is part of Rockstar's initiative to support players moving to newer console generations and is available through each console's digital store for those who have not yet upgraded to the Enhanced Edition. Players can take advantage of this offer to enjoy the latest enhancements without any additional fees.