Grand Theft Auto 5 was first released in 2013 on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, but since then Rockstar Games has brought the game to PC, PS4, and Xbox One, with plans to release PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X versions on March 15. GTA fans don't have to wait all that much longer for Grand Theft Auto 5 to come to the newest consoles, but since free upgrades aren't a factor, some may be trying to decide which version they should buy.

All things considered, the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions of Grand Theft Auto 5 should be pretty much on par in terms of performance and graphics. However, there is one advantage that the PS5 version of Grand Theft Auto 5 will have over all other versions of the game that fans may want to consider when making their purchasing decision.

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Grand Theft Auto 5 will be taking advantage of the PS5's DualSense controller and its unique features, like adaptive triggers and haptic feedback. Rockstar Games has confirmed that the PS5 version of Grand Theft Auto 5 will use the DualSense controller to help players feel "changes in road surface texture" among other things, like weather effects, directional damage, explosions, and more. And while DualSense support may not be a big deal to everyone, it's still something that fans can only get from playing the PS5 version of the game.

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There are other reasons why GTA fans may want to stick with PlayStation if they plan on picking up the new version of Grand Theft Auto 5. Besides DualSense support, the PS Plus subscribers have been getting a ton of GTA Online money for free. And since fans can transfer their GTA Online characters and saves from PS4 to PS5, they will let them start the PS5 version with a huge financial head-start.

And finally, it's worth pointing out that PS5 gamers can actually get Grand Theft Auto Online, the multiplayer component for GTA 5, completely free of charge. Starting March 15 and for a period of three months, those on PS5 can claim GTA Online free for their digital libraries. A PS Plus subscription isn't required to claim the game, but one is necessary to actually play it, so fans should keep that in mind.

With the Grand Theft Auto 5 PS5 release date right around the corner, it will be interesting to see if this new version of the game is able to bring back lapsed players and keep fans satisfied while they wait on GTA 6 news.

Grand Theft Auto 5 is available now for PC, PS3, Xbox 360, and Xbox One with PS5 and Xbox Series X versions also in development.

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