Grand Theft Auto V
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Developers | |
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Rockstar North | |
Publishers | |
Rockstar Games | |
Engines | |
RAGE[1] | |
Release dates | |
Windows | April 14, 2015 |
Key points
- A well optimized PC release. Runs well on low-end hardware.[2]
- Plagued by some stuttering issues.[2]
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Product key also unlocks access to a digital download.[3] | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
Amazon.co.uk | ||||
Developer website | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam |
- All versions require the Rockstar Games Social Club DRM, in order to activate the game and play online.[4]
- Console players can redeem exclusive content in the PC version, including weapons, vehicles, events and money bonuses.[5]
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/271590/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/271590/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Rendered videos are saved in
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Rockstar Games\GTA V\videos\rendered\
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Input settings
Mouse sensitivity tied to FPS
- Using this could possibly result in an online ban.
Instructions |
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Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Polish | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Traditional Chinese |
Adding custom music
Instructions |
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Network
- Online features require a Rockstar Games Social Club account.
- Online characters can be transferred from the console versions. See here.
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | |||
Online play |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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UDP | 6672, 61455-61458 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Native support for up to triple-monitor setups.[4] | ||
TriDef 3D | Use Max Payne 3 profile for now, Tridef hotkeys don't work yet.[citation needed] |
Headsets | |||
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SteamVR | This game might be playable with the Revive Compatibility Layer (compatibility list). | ||
Oculus VR (LibOVR) | Supported by vorpX. | ||
Windows Mixed Reality | This game might be playable with the Revive Compatibility Layer. |
Devices | |||
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Tracked motion controllers | |||
Traditional controller | |||
Keyboard/Mouse |
Issues unresolved
Unable to start game on laptops with Intel-AMD switchable graphics
Instructions |
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Broken square shadow on AMD
- Raise the shadow quality setting.[citation needed]
Stuttering issues
- The custom radio station can cause some extra stutter. This can be lessened by lowering certain graphical options.
- NVidia Users: Nvidia Shield software can sometimes be running in the background of your PC. (Even if you don't have an Nvidia Shield) Follow simple steps to fix it: Reddit Tutorial for turning off NVIDIA Shield.
- AMD Users: Use newest Catalyst 15.4 Beta driver for GTA V download
Infinite load
- Infinite load may occur when the location of
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\
is changed.[citation needed]
Textures not loading correctly
Instructions |
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ERR_GFX_D3D_INIT
Instructions |
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ERR_GEN_ZLIB_2
Instructions |
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Issues fixed
Broken benchmark
Instructions |
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Game does not open ("Grand Theft Auto V has Stopped Working" generic Windows error)
- The game makes it past the launcher. However, when the main game loads it crashes instantaneously leaving you with a black screen, or the Windows error prompt.
Instructions |
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Game crashes during missions
- The game crashes at random, with no error code, during cutscenes and missions where the game automatically switches between characters.
Instructions |
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Game does not work without internet access
Instructions |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 10, 10.1, 11 | |
Shader Model support | 5 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Euphoria, Bullet | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video |
Command line options
System requirements
- A 64-bit system is required.
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 | 7, 8, 8.1 |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Phenom 9850 Quad-Core 2.5 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.40 GHz |
AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz Intel Core i5 3470 3.2 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 65 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | AMD Radeon HD 4870 Nvidia 9800 GT 1 GB of VRAM | AMD Radeon HD 7870 Nvidia GTX 660 2 GB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (271590) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ The tech that built an empire: how Rockstar created the world of GTA 5 | News | TechRadar
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Tested by RaTcHeT302.
- ↑ Support For GTAV PC Owners to Re-Download GTAV As a Digital Copy – Rockstar Support
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 GTAV PC: New Release Date, First Screens and System Specs | Rockstar Games
- ↑ Details on Exclusive Content for Returning GTAV Players on PS4, Xbox One and PC | Rockstar Games
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