While this update is a massive leap forward, some community members note that:
Volumetric fog and heat haze have been improved to prevent the "entire map visible" issue that plagued the initial release.
Players can now pause during dialogue and cinematic sequences.
Frame pacing issues in "Fidelity Mode" (30fps) have been largely resolved, and "Performance Mode" (60fps) is more stable on current-gen consoles. Lingering Issues
Save screens now display the date and time of the save for better tracking.
The logo for Grove Street Games (the original remaster developer) was removed from the startup splash screen in this update, sparking public tension between the studio CEO and Rockstar. Summary Table: Release vs. Latest Patch Initial 2021 Launch Update v1.17 (Nov 2024) Lighting Clean, sterile, and often dark Classic Lighting restored (default) Fog/Distance No fog; map feels small Volumetric fog obscures distance Controls No run-and-gun in GTA III/VC Run-and-gun enabled for all Performance Significant stuttering Stable 60fps on PS5/Xbox Series X
Many characters still retain a "Play-Doh" or inconsistent look that clashes with the environment.
