GTA Online players, the Enhanced Edition of Grand Theft Auto V just landed on next-gen consoles with a free PC boost, shaking up how you dive into Los Santos. This update packs in smoother performance and new tools like the Career Builder, making it easier to jumpstart your criminal empire without the early grind.
Enhanced Edition: Smoother Rides and Smarter Starts
As of October 16, 2025, the Enhanced Edition rolled out for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, bringing ray-traced reflections and faster load times that make switching between protagonists feel instantaneous. Existing PC owners get this upgrade for free, meaning your high-end rig now handles the game's sprawling world with even more detail—no more stuttering during those high-speed chases.
The real game-changer here is the Career Builder in GTA Online. It hands new players a hefty starting cash injection and vehicle options, letting you skip the tedious low-level jobs and focus on building custom strategies right away. For veterans, this means experimenting with fresh accounts to test meta shifts without losing progress on mains.
How Does GTA+ Subscription Elevate Your Play?
GTA+ offers subscribers exclusive perks like bonus properties and vehicle upgrades, which can give you an edge in competitive modes. It's not pay-to-win, but it streamlines access to high-tier gear, potentially speeding up your rise in the online hierarchy.
October Halloween Horrors in GTA Online
Throughout October 2025, GTA Online transforms Los Santos into a spooky playground with UFO sightings that add unpredictable aerial threats to your sessions. Collect Jack O’ Lanterns scattered around the map for cash bonuses, encouraging exploration in areas you might usually ignore.
New modes like Slasher on the Ramius submarine pit you in tense cat-and-mouse games underwater, where visibility and positioning become key to survival. Returning favorites, including transformations into beasts, mix up combat dynamics—imagine turning into a werewolf mid-heist for surprise takedowns.
What Rewards Await in These Halloween Events?
Unlock the Vinewood Undead Collection by participating in events like Ghosts Exposed, which rewards keen investigators with rare cosmetics. Boosted payouts in modes such as Ludendorff Cemetery Survival (running until November 5, 2025) double your earnings, making it a prime time to farm for that next big purchase.
Discounts on themed vehicles let you snag rides like the Albany Brigham at a steal, fitting perfectly into role-play sessions or just cruising with a horror vibe.
For the full list of changes, head over to the official Grand Theft Auto V website.