The Steam release of the enhanced version of Grand Theft Auto 5 didn't exactly set the world on fire. Many players voiced their disappointment, citing a variety of technical problems and difficulties transferring their progress to GTA Online.
This widespread frustration manifested in overwhelmingly negative Steam reviews, dramatically impacting the game's rating. For a brief time, Grand Theft Auto 5 Enhanced held the ignominious title of Rockstar Games' lowest-rated game on Steam.
While its rating has since recovered somewhat (currently at 50.59%), it remains the second-lowest rated Rockstar game on the platform, just above L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files (49.63%). This less-than-ideal ranking within Rockstar's portfolio underscores the significant hurdles developers face when releasing updated versions of established titles.
The negative reception highlights the critical need for meticulous attention to technical details and seamless player transitions, particularly for a game as iconic as Grand Theft Auto 5. Rockstar is actively working to improve the experience, but the initial backlash serves as a stark reminder of the high expectations fans hold for their beloved franchises.
