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If you want to play GTA 5 Enhanced on the Steam Deck, here’s how to download it and our recommended graphics settings for smoother gameplay.
You can now play GTA 5 Enhanced on a Steam Deck. Rockstar Games has made multiple versions of its flagship title since its initial release. This includes its recent free upgrade for the original GTA 5, now known as the Legacy version.
With the rise of handheld consoles, many players are wondering if they can play GTA 5 Enhanced on a Steam Deck. However, compatibility and performance may vary depending on the game’s optimization or settings.
In this guide, we’ll explore how you can play GTA 5 Enhanced on a Steam Deck and how you can tweak it for the best performance.
How To Download GTA 5 Enhanced Version on Steam Deck
You can download the free Enhanced upgrade for GTA 5 on Steam Deck as long as you own the Legacy Edition. Here is how you can do it:
- Load up your Steam Deck.
- Search and download Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced (not the Legacy version).
- Let the Steam Deck download the game.
- Click the play button to start playing.
Keep in mind that the size of the game is around 92 GB. Make sure you have enough space to avoid issues with the game files.
Also Read: GTA 5 Enhanced vs Legacy: Which Version Is the Best?
Recommended Settings for GTA 5 Enhanced on Steam Deck
While the portability of the Steam Deck is undoubtedly one of its best features, it does come with some drawbacks. For one, it’s not as powerful as a traditional gaming PC. As a result, you’ll need to tweak the settings to ensure smooth performance and avoid stuttering or graphical issues.
Here are our recommended settings for the game:
- Resolution: 1280×800
- Enable Ray Tracing: On
- Ray Traced Shadows: Very High
- Ray Traced Reflections: Very High
- Ray Traced Global Illumination: Off
- Ray Traced Ambient Occlusion: Off
- Frame Scaling: AMD FSR 3
- AMD FSR 3 Quality: Balanced
Also Read: Best Settings for GTA 5 Enhanced Edition on PC
If you still experience performance issues with GTA 5 Enhanced, consider lowering the graphics settings even further. Do this until you are satisfied with the performance. It won’t be as flashy as the PC version, but you should be able to play the game.
Keep in mind that you also need to migrate your Legacy Save Game to the Enhanced version. Otherwise, you will have to start from scratch.
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