Why GTA 5 Enhanced Is Now Rockstar’s Worst-Rated Game on Steam — A Deep Dive into the Backlash

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Mar 11, 2025, 00:43 IST

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Rockstar's GTA 5 Enhanced Edition has become their worst-rated game on Steam, with numerous players facing issues like account migration errors, poor performance even on high-end setups, and removal of the text chat feature. Despite these problems, the game saw over 187,000 concurrent players at launch. Fans hope future patches will address these concerns.

Why GTA 5 Enhanced Is Now Rockstar’s Worst-Rated Game on Steam — A Deep Dive into the Backlash

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Looks like Rockstar just hit a new record — but not the kind they were hoping for. The much-anticipated GTA 5 Enhanced Edition has officially earned the title of Rockstar's worst-rated game in Steam history. Yep, you read that right. With a "Mixed" review status and only around 50-56% positive feedback from players, this update has sparked a wave of backlash — and fans are not staying quiet about it.

Why Is GTA 5 Enhanced Getting Review-Bombed?

So, what exactly went wrong with GTA 5 Enhanced? Well, according to the community, it's not just one thing — it’s a pile-up of frustrating issues that have left players more than a little salty.

Account Migration Nightmares Long-time GTA Online players were promised an easy transition to the Enhanced Edition, but that couldn't be further from reality. Many reported running into "not eligible" errors when trying to migrate their existing profiles. Imagine grinding for years, building your empire, only to be told you can’t carry your progress over — brutal.
Performance Flops Despite 'Enhanced' Graphics You’d think a game with "Enhanced" in its name would deliver jaw-dropping visuals and buttery-smooth gameplay, but nope. Players with high-end setups — we're talking NVIDIA 4090 cards — are still experiencing stuttering and washed-out graphics. One frustrated gamer vented: "Horrible stuttery mess, even when limiting fps to 60. My 4090 is barely breaking a sweat, and yet the game’s still lagging."
No More Text Chat? Seriously? To make matters worse, Rockstar decided to strip GTA Online of its text chat feature. For a game that relies on player interaction — plotting heists, making deals, or just roasting your opponents — removing a core communication tool feels like a massive step backward. Fans are baffled, with one saying: "Why take away something that wasn’t broken? Now we’re stuck with clunky in-game SMS."

The Community Is Loud and Clear

Steam reviews are flooded with unhappy players voicing their concerns. One user summed it up perfectly: "I can't migrate either of my two accounts. R support is completely useless and can't help. With the game being over 10 years old, I am sure as hell not going to completely restart all my progress."
Another review echoed the performance struggles: "Enhanced? More like downgraded. The game looks worse, runs worse, and somehow feels clunkier than ever."

Still Breaking Records — But Not the Good Kind

Despite the avalanche of bad reviews, GTA 5 Enhanced still managed to peak at over 187,000 concurrent players on Steam right after launch. It’s a glaring reminder that while the community is fuming, the game’s pull remains undeniably strong — at least for now. The combination of nostalgia, curiosity, and the sheer love for GTA seems to be keeping players hooked, even as they vent their frustrations online.
So far, Rockstar has stayed silent about the backlash, offering no official statements or timelines for fixes. Fans, however, are clinging to hope that upcoming patches will tackle the major issues — from buggy migration errors and performance drops to the sudden removal of the beloved text chat feature. Many are crossing their fingers, not just for quick fixes, but for meaningful improvements that make the "enhanced" edition truly live up to its name.
Also read - GTA 5's New Enhanced Edition: What Fans Love and Hate About the March 4 Update

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