Grand Theft Auto V PS4 and Xbox One Owners Get Free Next-Gen Upgrade Starting June 18
Rockstar Games announced on June 17 that owners of Grand Theft Auto V on PS4 and Xbox One will receive a free upgrade to the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions, starting June 18 local time. The upgrade includes reduced load times, unique graphics modes, easier switching between Story Mode and GTA Online, and access to Hao's Special Works vehicle customization. The announcement was made alongside details of a July update for GTA Online titled "The Kortz Center Heist," which adds a mission to infiltrate an art gallery and steal artwork. Rockstar is also offering discounts on equipment and bonus rewards in the weeks leading up to the heist. Availability for Japanese users has not been confirmed at the time of writing. The PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions originally launched on March 15, 2022, but no free upgrade path was previously available.