GTA 6 Targets 30 FPS on PS5 Pro, Disappointing Players Ahead of Launch

Players question why GTA 6's performance target was not revealed earlier.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is targeting 30 frames per second on all systems, including the PlayStation 5 Pro. The announcement disappointed many who expected a 60 FPS experience from Sony's more powerful platform. Rumors suggest the PS5 Pro will have better shadows and ray tracing, along with other graphical improvements.

But these improvements might not be what many buyers wanted. Some people bought the latest hardware just to play GTA 6 at a higher frame rate. People also wonder why the statement was made then. Rockstar and Sony had plenty of time to clarify the game's performance goals but didn't until a few days before launch.

That's a bummer for PlayStation 5 Pro users hoping for a big performance bump in Rockstar's next game. However, the rumored sources claiming the PS5 Pro will only be 60 FPS have not been officially confirmed. Some are unhappy with how late Sony and Rockstar announced the game's technical requirements.

Those who bought the system based on false rumors may now feel deceived. Insiders should be viewed with skepticism, but the companies that create and sell the game are responsible for exposing key technical information. The target frame rate for GTA 6 could have been leaked months ago, especially at key promotional events.

Fans were expecting more from the PS5 Pro, especially with GTA 6.

Fans say both companies withheld information as they continued to acquire PS5 Pro systems in anticipation of the game, choosing to wait until shortly before launch. Another thing to note is the particular wording of Rockstar's claims. The company indicated GTA 6 was targeting 30 FPS, not promising it would operate well at 30 FPS.

The divergence has also cast further doubt on effectiveness. The term doesn't mean the game will struggle to reach its goal, but it does raise questions about how smooth the game will be in practice. For now, GTA 6 players on PlayStation 5 Pro could expect 30 frames per second. The console version may have some further graphic upgrades to set it apart.