The Steam release of the enhanced Grand Theft Auto 5 didn't exactly ignite a celebratory bonfire among gamers. A wave of negative reviews flooded Steam, largely due to a confluence of technical problems and difficulties transferring progress to GTA Online. For a brief, uncomfortable moment, it even held the ignominious title of Rockstar's lowest-rated game on the platform.
While its rating has since rebounded slightly to 50.59%, it remains the second-lowest rated Rockstar game on Steam, narrowly edging out L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files (49.63%). This less-than-stellar reception highlights the considerable challenges developers face when updating established titles.
The overwhelmingly negative feedback underscores the critical need for meticulous attention to detail in addressing technical issues and ensuring seamless transitions for players, especially for a game as iconic as Grand Theft Auto 5. Rockstar is actively working on improvements, but the initial backlash serves as a potent reminder of the high standards fans rightfully hold for their beloved franchises.
