Ahead of the big 100 GB pull, double-check storage space, update GPU drivers, and maintain your Rockstar Social Club credentials ready.
Rockstar Games offers the official GTA 5 full version download via the Rockstar Games Launcher. After creating a free Social Club account, head over to the shop, purchase or redeem, then initiate the ≈ 101 GB download—all files are signed for tamper-proof installation. VR tests require ≥ 12 GB VRAM and significant bandwidth during install since dll hooks are hefty. Ultra-HD fans should allocate a bigger partition because Photoreal Reshade add an extra 20–30 GB. Steam remains a favoured hub for LSPDFR players, because workshop tools plug into the common files check here out of the box. GTA Online currently demands an always-on connection of 10 Mbps down and 0.8 Mbps up for lag-free matchmaking. Bandwidth matters: Initial pull sits around 97.5 GB plus post-install hotfix of 2.7 GB. triggers downloads overnight to avoid throttling.
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