Grand Theft Auto V

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7.9

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  1. DemonAndGamer
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    Perfect !!! I was running this game on Asus laptop with GTX 780M, no comments, pretty satisfied. It is not like 60 fps all the time, but more than comfortable. I am happy & proud to have this legendary masterpiece in my collection! (same for my laptop that is strong & bold enough to run this!))) Kowtow & applause to Rockstar, thanks for the present & your hardwork & efforts!
  2. whatever523
    Jul 29, 2015
    10
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    GTA 5 is absolutely amazing and one of best games I've played. There's a metric f*ck ton of content, the world is huge and looks fantastic. The game is very well optimized for PC, there are options for everything you can wish for and the controls are great. I've never seen such a good console port and a game that is technically so close to perfection. The graphics are stunning and I    +++

    GTA 5 is absolutely amazing and one of best games I've played. There's a metric f*ck ton of content, the world is huge and looks fantastic. The game is very well optimized for PC, there are options for everything you can wish for and the controls are great. I've never seen such a good console port and a game that is technically so close to perfection. The graphics are stunning and I get 60 FPS on a high-mid range PC.

    The story shows in an entertaining and satirical way how f*cked up the U.S. intelligence services are. Switching between the main characters offers a nice change of pace. There are also a lot of side quests, some with their own story and some generic, but all fun.
    GTA Online offers just as much content as the single player. Coop missions, races, PvP, side activities and now also heists, which are awesome if you can find a good team.

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    It's a pity you can't choose your own car for the story, as the default cars are very unspectacular. You can of course use another one, but you risk losing it during the missions, along with all upgrades - even if it was stored in the garage.
    The other thing that distracted me a few times is the weapon selection: Hot keys don't make sense, because instead of equipping the selected weapon, they cycle to the next weapon and equip that. Your weapon choices also aren't saved properly.

    GTA Online sometimes has connection issues and doesn't have any kind of cheat protection. Heists were a great addition, but unfortunately only the host can progress his heist quest. Rockstar Social Club is pretty bad all around (UI flaws, not enough server resources, lack of functionality).

    Sadly, the game also has DRM which forces you to go online every so often.

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    Overall GTA 5 is an outstanding game that sets the bar higher for the quality of all future games in most categories.    … Expand
  3. HyperBeastF
    Jul 10, 2015
    10
    This game is awesome. I have it on my PS3 and I just had to get in on the PC. I am not surprised at all. The game is extremely optimised even I with a not strong enough processor can run it at around 30 FPS. Having mods just adds more fun to the singleplayer. The graphics are great even on lower resolutions. I don't think there is anything else to say about this game... It is a perfect 10This game is awesome. I have it on my PS3 and I just had to get in on the PC. I am not surprised at all. The game is extremely optimised even I with a not strong enough processor can run it at around 30 FPS. Having mods just adds more fun to the singleplayer. The graphics are great even on lower resolutions. I don't think there is anything else to say about this game... It is a perfect 10 out of 10! BYE!… Expand
  4. Mrmarineman
    Apr 17, 2015
    10
    I'm guessing whoever is reviewing this game as negative probably has not played the game. I usually don't buy a game twice as I already had this for ps3 but the pc version is like a brand new game and was def a good investment. The graphics are great everything maxed on my gtx 970 and getting a steady 50-60 fps. If you are trying to decide whether to buy it or not I would suggest it inI'm guessing whoever is reviewing this game as negative probably has not played the game. I usually don't buy a game twice as I already had this for ps3 but the pc version is like a brand new game and was def a good investment. The graphics are great everything maxed on my gtx 970 and getting a steady 50-60 fps. If you are trying to decide whether to buy it or not I would suggest it in a heartbeat as you will not be disappointed. Great job Rockstar!!… Expand
  5. war_dog
    Apr 17, 2015
    10
    Amazing game in so many ways, im having a blast..
    A lot of people think GTA 5 for the PC is a port, that is not the case "it was developed in tandem with the console versions" - Quote from Rockstar Games
    The optimization is great, I know some people have some issues (mostly Steam users as it does not integrate there so well yet) I have not had any trouble or bugs, great game, i    Amazing game in so many ways, im having a blast..
    A lot of people think GTA 5 for the PC is a port, that is not the case "it was developed in tandem with the console versions" - Quote from Rockstar Games

    The optimization is great, I know some people have some issues (mostly Steam users as it does not integrate there so well yet)

    I have not had any trouble or bugs, great game, i would buy it again, twice!!    … Expand
  6. KampfSpeck
    Jun 20, 2015
    10
    One of the best and most varied games of this century. Great gameplay, a great story, great characters. Who has not played the game missed something. 11/10 !
  7. juz
    Apr 15, 2015
    10
    Awesome game brought to life on pc. Its the sandbox we've been waiting for as is SOOOO much better than gta4 in terms of optimisation. PC gamers can feel the love. Average system here, older i5 and a GTX670, running nicely at 60 frames at 1080p much more eye candy than ps 4 version which I also own. Get on with friends its fun, even just a virtual pub with darts. Its been a long time sinceAwesome game brought to life on pc. Its the sandbox we've been waiting for as is SOOOO much better than gta4 in terms of optimisation. PC gamers can feel the love. Average system here, older i5 and a GTX670, running nicely at 60 frames at 1080p much more eye candy than ps 4 version which I also own. Get on with friends its fun, even just a virtual pub with darts. Its been a long time since a made me laugh so hard and so often as this. You can decide to what extent Joe Public plays in your game.
    Was slow to download at times so many "first world problem types" have given it zero..sad trend of the chair rocking autistics that increasingly seem to review pc games as a zero cos of a slow install or they haven't even played it.    … Expand
  8. murdertime15
    Apr 18, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing ,but coming to the pc things come to be expected ,they were tasked with a huge graphics improvement and making the things that pc gamers love high resolutions and high frame rate which is there.This port is really good get it if u don't have it .
  9. GamingFreak1212
    May 15, 2015
    10
    The game combines great game play consisting of third person and first person view, and action-packed missions, great radio stations and next-gen graphics perfectly. A huge map adds to the excellent open-world experience. Realistic first-person game play provides great satisfaction in action-packed missions. A must-play. This is a game, which one must literally play before he dies, if heThe game combines great game play consisting of third person and first person view, and action-packed missions, great radio stations and next-gen graphics perfectly. A huge map adds to the excellent open-world experience. Realistic first-person game play provides great satisfaction in action-packed missions. A must-play. This is a game, which one must literally play before he dies, if he is a gamer.… Expand
  10. mgastryker
    Apr 17, 2015
    10
    First off, I would give this game a zero... if I were rating it on day one performance. Given that this site reviews games based on their CONTENT, I will give it a ten. This game is gorgeous. I can't say enough words to describe the beauty of this game. Not only is it graphically better than the console versions; it's also eventually going to have some amazing mods that will make the gameFirst off, I would give this game a zero... if I were rating it on day one performance. Given that this site reviews games based on their CONTENT, I will give it a ten. This game is gorgeous. I can't say enough words to describe the beauty of this game. Not only is it graphically better than the console versions; it's also eventually going to have some amazing mods that will make the game 3x better, at least. Whoever is giving this game a zero because it had some launch issues... you shouldn't probably review games for a living.… Expand
  11. ElWrobel
    May 27, 2015
    10
    I'm not going to touch the game itself, only the port, the game itself is IMO as flawless as a game can be right now.
    The port is very good, if you've played it on any of the consoles and you're considering getting it for the PC, do it, especially if you've got a solid rig, though it runs just fine on my GX70, which has a really crappy APU.
    I'm not trying to start a flame war, but I've    I'm not going to touch the game itself, only the port, the game itself is IMO as flawless as a game can be right now.
    The port is very good, if you've played it on any of the consoles and you're considering getting it for the PC, do it, especially if you've got a solid rig, though it runs just fine on my GX70, which has a really crappy APU.
    I'm not trying to start a flame war, but I've played V on PS3 and PS4 and this (as in PC) is clearly the superior version.    … Expand
  12. TheAwesomeGem
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    The only good AAA game this year. Port is definitely better than GTA 4 and I get higher FPS in GTA 5 than I get on GTA 4. FPS was also a nice tough. Great voice acting, in-depth characters. A good storyline including a heck lot of stuffs to do in the open world goodness.
  13. chzzen
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    This game is incredible. I understand the hate from some because it's all over the media and the amount of articles is really too much hype but it's for the best game in a decade so it's fine with me.

    Only thing that could be better is the iFruit App Support for PC, guess that went off as we didn't get always-on requirement (Good thing and therefore no influence to my score).
  14. tiwuno
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    The game itself is amazing, definitely worth paying full price for on launch day. There were a few hiccups that I had to Google a fix for, but I'm not reviewing Rockstar's servers or Social Club, I'm reviewing the game. Play for just a few minutes, and you'll realize how much potential GTAV has.
  15. awkwardd
    Apr 17, 2015
    10
    Holy **** this game is good it was really worth the wait, everyone buy this game its insanely good!
    The optimization is also really really good!
    10/10
  16. JackStillAlive
    Jun 24, 2015
    10
    With huge content and top notch optimization, GTA V is the best game on PC atm! The graphics looks great, there are a s#it load of graphical options, to customize the graphics for your liking! The story is average, but long. Only negative in the game is that R* fighting against mods, latest patch disabled them all.
  17. CDProjectEA
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best PC games ever made, graphics are still stunning and overall it's way superior than mediocre games like Cyberpunk 2077.
  18. Pegula
    Apr 21, 2015
    10
    I think just one word can be enough to descrribe the whole game:

    Rockstar. There is not one single developer left that cares about the gamers...ok, not one except for the people from Rockstar studios. Respect to every single person that was involved in creating this unique and excellent MASTERPIECE. I was just thinking today...if they would say to give them more money so they    I think just one word can be enough to descrribe the whole game:

    Rockstar.

    There is not one single developer left that cares about the gamers...ok, not one except for the people from Rockstar studios.

    Respect to every single person that was involved in creating this unique and excellent MASTERPIECE.

    I was just thinking today...if they would say to give them more money so they can create another title that is this good - I would give it to them.

    And I am certain I will NEVER preorder any single game after the experience with Ubisoft, EA...and those other companies.

    Can't remember a single game in the last few years that worked flawlessly on day 1.

    Did not encounter single bug so far, 33% into the game.

    Graphics out of this world.

    Optimization insane.

    Audio - great and YES, now I remembered there is a issue - 5,1 sound not working properly. Positional audio is great but no sound coming to subwoofer. I play in stereo now.

    Gameplay - GTA fans know what to expect.

    Controls - fluid and easy to learn.

    Buy it.

    Play it.

    Enjoy it.    … Expand
  19. RPG1201
    Jun 29, 2015
    10
    This game pushes the boundaries of what a video game can be. The level of intricate detail in every corner is staggering and it boggles the mind how much time and effort was put into it.

    1st person is an amazing experience, and just adding those 3000 animations and graphical effects was quite the feat; but totally worth it for the definitive version of the game. 10. a Masterpiece and    This game pushes the boundaries of what a video game can be. The level of intricate detail in every corner is staggering and it boggles the mind how much time and effort was put into it.

    1st person is an amazing experience, and just adding those 3000 animations and graphical effects was quite the feat; but totally worth it for the definitive version of the game.

    10. a Masterpiece and a benchmark for the industry for years to come.    … Expand
  20. stone_house
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    All I can say, is that this was 100% worth the wait. My jaw hasn't lifted from the floor since its release. It's stunning. Every little aspect of the port was evidently treated with enormous care.
  21. Olakola
    Apr 17, 2015
    10
    Aside of a few launch issues which you can`t avoid in a game that is as huge as GTA V the game is perfect. The story the freeroam the characters.... perfect
  22. Morphine322
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    We all know how good GTA V is, and with its release on PC, it just got better. This is the definitive edition of the game, and boy is it good. GTA V on PC is generally well optimized and runs extremely smooth. I've seen many users on here complaining that GTA V is bad because it doesn't run well on their PCs, most of these people are PC scrubs. They either have a bad PC, and they're tryingWe all know how good GTA V is, and with its release on PC, it just got better. This is the definitive edition of the game, and boy is it good. GTA V on PC is generally well optimized and runs extremely smooth. I've seen many users on here complaining that GTA V is bad because it doesn't run well on their PCs, most of these people are PC scrubs. They either have a bad PC, and they're trying to max the game, then getting mad at the game for their mistakes, or they didn't get the latest drivers for GTA V, and are mad at the game for their own mistakes. The game is great, from its story to its online, it brings excellence. Heists and all the DLCs that have been released for GTA V are available right out of the box, and are as good as expected. My only gripe with the PC version of GTA V is that the mouse & keyboard controls are not the best, although this can be fixed with custom configuration in the options menu, I do emphasize that this game is more relaxed and fun with a controller.… Expand
  23. vonbird
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    Ok so i believe that most of have played GTA V on Xbox or PS and most of you have seen how great it is.
    So now you just need to multiply it by 10 and that is GTA V on Pc.
    Any one who thinks this game is bad, either has a bad PC or he has a problem with Rockstar!
    I cant find anything wrong about it!
    Enjoy it!
  24. FudgeSociety
    May 16, 2015
    10
    One of the best PC releases to date.

    If you are having problems, that sucks, it's few and far between.

    It has been a flawless release so far, no bugs no glitches. Everything ultra with well over 60 fps.
  25. kindzadza
    May 23, 2015
    10
    Best Game in 3-rd person action since GTA 3 and Mafia 1.
    Could be GOTY 2015 but that title is taken by Witcher 3. None the less its a solid 2nd place. (we are yet to receive arkham knight)
    Good Job Rockstar for making such a brilliant game.
    Absolutely love all the sporting events and flying mechanics.
  26. Cloud981
    May 18, 2015
    10
    Just to clarify,there has never been and never will be again a game like GTA V,it's probably the very best game ever made,and i thought it's gonna be another console port but look the miracle :) Rockstar i bow to you!!! PC gaming faith restored ;)
  27. jabbathefrukt
    Apr 25, 2015
    10
    Grand theft auto has always been my favorite gaming series ever since GTA San Andreas and still is. I've played GTA V on consoles since the release but have all the time just been waiting for the PC version and I can say that it was worth all the wait. Just download the latest drivers (which I forgot) and the game will run perfectly with just a mediocre computer. GTA Online allows up to 30Grand theft auto has always been my favorite gaming series ever since GTA San Andreas and still is. I've played GTA V on consoles since the release but have all the time just been waiting for the PC version and I can say that it was worth all the wait. Just download the latest drivers (which I forgot) and the game will run perfectly with just a mediocre computer. GTA Online allows up to 30 players and doesn't lag at all (if the players are in the same part of the world, still not that laggy). GTA V is a must buy and everyone with a decent PC should get it. The graphics and overall gameplay is massively upgraded from the consoles including animations, textures, particles, depth of field, motion blur, shadows, reflections, cars and pedestrian density and animals, just to name a few. The game also feels supersmooth in 60 fps compared to the console fps at 30 fps.… Expand
  28. nima1990
    May 15, 2015
    10
    Back in 2013 when GTA V was out in 7th gen consoles, I thought well another crappy GTA filled with disgusting characters and stupid plot. Since San Andreas, I had started to hate the series. Then they announced a release date for PC. At first I wasn't going to buy it, but then, All the things people had said encouraged me. I feel blessed. in technical view, you don't feel like your playingBack in 2013 when GTA V was out in 7th gen consoles, I thought well another crappy GTA filled with disgusting characters and stupid plot. Since San Andreas, I had started to hate the series. Then they announced a release date for PC. At first I wasn't going to buy it, but then, All the things people had said encouraged me. I feel blessed. in technical view, you don't feel like your playing a game from last gen. It's completely polished and feels like it's been built from the scratch for PC. The game is fluid and I didn't face any problem despite my modest hardware. Controlls are responsive and gameplay is really fun and engaging. The whole Los Santos and Blaine County look absolutely gorgeous. The story and the characters are really compelling and I fell in love with every aspect within the first few minutes. GTA V is an actual parody of the current state of the world with a focus on the U.S. and how corrupt the authorities are. I disagree with those who say it is sexist or racist or transphobic or homophobic. It deals with such issues in one of the greatest ways I have seen in a game and I'm a gaymer myself. The criticism of Hollywood and celebrity culture that is plaguing the world these days was really apropos. Every dialog had a meaning and was important to the plot. The satirical humor was mind-blowing. Grand Theft Auto 5 is a true masterpiece and a must-have for any gamer. That's why I'm giving it a perfect 10/10 score.… Expand
  29. spectralknight
    Apr 25, 2015
    10
    BEST GRAND THEFT AUTO GAME! This game seems to me like a combination of San Andreas and Vice City on very detailed graphics.The world is immersive and the graphics are amazing.The optimization of the game is the best if you put in balance quality of image and frames per second that you have.I recommend it! Good game!
  30. Luu
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    I'm truly feeling sorry for the folks that didn't/couldn't buy this game on Steam. I read the reviews and their experience sounds painful. I really hope Rock-Star is gonna iron out all those bugs quickly so everyone can enjoy this great game the same way.

    I was lucky and got the game through Steam. Other then the 14h download on launch day I don't have anything to complain about. It's    I'm truly feeling sorry for the folks that didn't/couldn't buy this game on Steam. I read the reviews and their experience sounds painful. I really hope Rock-Star is gonna iron out all those bugs quickly so everyone can enjoy this great game the same way.

    I was lucky and got the game through Steam. Other then the 14h download on launch day I don't have anything to complain about. It's running perfectly fine on my five year old i7 920 quad core with a two year old GTX 770 and 8GB Ram. Got almost everything on High (used Geforce Experience to automatically set the right options). About 20h in now and also none of the crashes others reported.

    The game looks absolutely gorgeous. There's so much detail around every corner. After the first Heist I spend easily two hours just walking around in 1st person admiring all the little details Los Santos has to offer and another hour taking Chop the Dog for walks or just randomly running into pedestrians until they start attacking me and then watch Chop bite their heads off. The Tennis mini game is not half bad either if you like Tennis. You can even use your phone to call a Blimp and then go sightseeing from the air.

    The missions are.. well they are original GTA. Really well written dialogue good mission design, a lot more fun than GTA IV for sure. To me they are on the same level as San Andreas and Vice City were. Over the top action and not as serious and dark as IV was (not counting the IV DLC, Lost&Damned and the other one with the gay guy, those were great too). Speaking of which, you meet some characters from the old games again in this game.

    Like I said I'm about 20h in now and the stats tell me I've completed 16% and did 17 of the 69 main missions. Then again I spend a lot of time just running around or riding a bike (they are as fun as they were in SA). There's just so much to see and I've only uncovered about half of the map so far. Although a lot of what's still missing is probably ocean or country side.

    The only thing I'm somehow having a problem with is the Cop's behaviour. For some reason you can't just outrun them by driving away in a fast car like in past games. You have to somehow get out of their range and then hide behind buildings preferably putting your head down (there's literally a button for putting your head down). It takes some getting used to and leads to strange situations where sometimes I can try to escape from them for minutes, driving half way across the map and they're still tailing me. And sometimes I just drive around one corner in a narrow road between two buildings and they've lost me.

    That being said I can easily overlook this one strange behaviour with everything else being as fun as it is. I'm heaving a great time playing the game and these past three days the reason for me to put down the controller always was the clock showing 2am.    … Expand
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Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 57 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 57
  3. Negative: 0 out of 57
  1. DarkStation
    Jul 2, 2015
    100
    If you hadn’t had a chance to play it yet at all though, and your computer can handle it, the PC version does definitely feel like the definitive version.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jun 29, 2015
    100
    Rockstar promised that the PC edition of GTA V would be the best way to experience this breathtaking game, and that’s exactly what it is. [06/2015, p.48]
  3. SpazioGames
    Jun 8, 2015
    95
    We could not expect a better PC port PC for Grand Theft Auto V. Rockstar North, offers right from day one a huge game in optimized, widely scalable, and high impact graphics and the video editor, although not so easy to use, is an enjoyable addition.
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