In-Depth Look at GTA 5's Ray Traced Reflections Update for the PS5 and Xbox Series X

For those who haven’t yet downloaded update GTA 5’s 1.64 update for the PS5 and / or Xbox Series X | S, Digital Foundry provides an in-depth look at the ray traced reflections update. This patch basically adds ray-traced reflections when in the game’s 30fps Fidelity Mode, which means that you’ll be able to see vehicles and characters on reflective surfaces including windows as well as water.

Happen to fly a helicopter right by a skyscraper? The aircraft will now be reflected in its glass. Or, players cruising along the waterfront on a speedboat, can now marvel at its lights reflected in the waves. Plus, the update includes six new story missions including Ron and the new menacing Fooligan faction. If you want a break from the action, there’s a social hub for the story line enabling players to tinker with eight new vehicles and lots of clothing.