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GTA 5 Makes History on Steam

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The latest update has made Grand Theft Auto 5 the first game ever to appear twice in Steam’s top ten most played games at the same time. Let’s dive into what’s new and how it’s breaking records.

A Big Win for PC Players

With the launch of the Enhanced Edition, GTA 5 has once again climbed the charts. This update brings better graphics, improved performance, and exclusive content that was previously only available on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Unlike console players, who had to pay for the upgrade when it launched in 2022, PC players got it for free if they already owned what’s now called GTA 5 Legacy. This move has helped boost the game’s popularity once again.

GTA 5 Takes Over Steam’s Most Played List

The update split the game into two separate versions:

  • GTA 5 Legacy – The original PC version before the update.
  • GTA 5 Enhanced – The upgraded version with better visuals and smoother gameplay.

Because of this split, both versions are ranking separately on SteamDB’s most played list, making GTA 5 the only game ever to hold two spots in the top ten at the same time.

  • GTA 5 Enhanced – Over 152,000 concurrent players (#7 on Steam).
  • GTA 5 Legacy – Over 113,000 concurrent players (#10 on Steam).

Can GTA 5 Enhanced Set More Records?

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Even with these massive numbers, the Enhanced Edition still has a long way to go to beat the original version’s all-time Steam record:

  • GTA 5 Legacy’s peak – 364,000 concurrent players (April 19, 2015).
  • GTA 5 Enhanced’s peak so far – 187,000 concurrent players (March 4, 2024).

With the weekend coming up, the Enhanced Edition might see another big spike in players, possibly setting a new record.

Rockstar Keeps the Hype Alive

Even after all these years, GTA 5 is still one of the biggest games out there. With GTA 6 on the way, Rockstar is keeping fans engaged through free upgrades, fresh content, and record-breaking moments.

Will GTA 5 Enhanced continue to climb the charts? We’ll have to wait and see!

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