Grand Theft Auto 5has been one of the most profitableentertainment products of all timeand is still going strong almost 8 years after its original release. While the launch Xbox 360 and PS3 versions will no longer be supported after some time, Rockstar seems to be focused on moving forward with next-gen ports slated for release later this year.
There’s still no concrete news about the development andpotential release date forGrand Theft Auto 6, but fans have been clamoring to every morsel of information to help find something related to the matter. Some fans would rather see Rockstar go ahead and release a new game instead of porting the last one, but from a business and development perspective, it all makes sense.
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It’s certainly hard to deny the sentiment sinceGrand Theft Auto 5is the biggest ace up Rockstar’s sleeve as it continues to get bigger and bigger. However, these ports might benefitGrand Theft Auto 6in the long run.
Testing The Waters With PS5, Xbox Series X
While games like the recently releasedRatchet and Clank: Rift Apartare great showcases for next-gen potential, most developers haven’t fully grasped how to leverage the extra horsepower that next-gen consoles boast.Grand Theft Auto 5might just be Rockstar’s first project with next-gen hardware since there’s nothing but unconfirmed rumors and speculation aboutGrand Theft Auto 6’s development. Porting the games would certainly help the developer to get a firm grasp of what’s exactly possible with the new hardware. High-speed SSDs in the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S are integral to crafting the most beautiful and expansive open worlds, which should help in creating a better technical framework for its game engine to make full use of this power.
In addition to this, there’s also a great possibility ofGrand Theft Auto 5on next-genfeaturing bigger and more chaotic heists than ever. While this might not directly relate toGrand Theft Auto 6in any way, it is certainly great for fans who still play the game.
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Making GTA 6 The Best It Can Be
It’s no secret thatGrand Theft Auto 6is probably still quite some ways off, and fan excitement has been blowing off the roof lately. It’s also bound to get bigger with time, and it’s certainly best to give fans a fix of someGrand Theft Autoaction while the numerous studios under Rockstar’s belt, presumably, continue to work on the next entry.
Like most forms of entertainment,video games are no stranger to hype culture. Rockstar is playing it safe by not revealing anything until there’s something substantial to show for it, and a souped-up port of an already successful and alive game definitely goes a long way in making sure fans aren’t left starving for long.
Grand Theft Auto 5is available now on PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One. PS5 and Xbox Series X versions release on May 15, 2025.
