Rockstar shipped GTA V Enhanced on PC on 4 March 2025 as a free upgrade for anyone who already owned the game, which is now called GTA V Legacy. Enhanced adds ray traced shadows, reflections, global illumination and ambient occlusion, DLSS 3 upscaling, AMD FSR 1 and 3, DirectStorage loading and Dolby Atmos audio. It also brings PC to parity with the console version, including Hao's Special Works vehicle upgrades, ambient animals and Career Progress tracking in GTA Online.
Choosing the right role shapes your entire experience. This guide breaks down every option: what they're good at, what they struggle with, and which one matches your playstyle. For optimized builds with full gear sets, see our builds guide.
Quick Comparison
| Role | Tier | Playstyle | Best Weapons | Beginner Friendly? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael De Santa | A | Balanced | Heavy Sniper Mk II | Yes |
| Franklin Clinton | A | Balanced | Combat MG Mk II | Yes |
| Trevor Philips | A | Balanced | Special Carbine | Yes |
| GTA Online CEO | A | Balanced | AP Pistol | Yes |
| Motorcycle Club President | A | Balanced | Sticky Bombs | Yes |
New player? Start with Franklin Clinton. See our beginner's guide for why.
Michael De Santa
Michael De Santa is a strong option in Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Heavy Sniper Mk II |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Three protagonist switching |
Strengths
- Highest overall performance across all content types
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Heavy Sniper Mk II
Weaknesses
- Popular choice, competition for resources
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Los Santos to learn Michael De Santa-specific mechanics
- Focus on Three protagonist switching. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Heavy Sniper Mk II as your first major upgrade
- See our full Michael De Santa build guide for the optimal gear progression
Franklin Clinton
Franklin Clinton is a strong option in Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Combat MG Mk II |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Heist prep and approach choice |
Strengths
- Most versatile, adapts to any situation
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Combat MG Mk II
Weaknesses
- Lower peak damage than S-tier options
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Los Santos to learn Franklin Clinton-specific mechanics
- Focus on Heist prep and approach choice. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Combat MG Mk II as your first major upgrade
- See our full Franklin Clinton build guide for the optimal gear progression
Trevor Philips
Trevor Philips is a strong option in Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Special Carbine |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Ray tracing and upscaling settings |
Strengths
- Best survivability for learning hard content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Special Carbine
Weaknesses
- Slower progression speed
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Los Santos to learn Trevor Philips-specific mechanics
- Focus on Ray tracing and upscaling settings. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Special Carbine as your first major upgrade
- See our full Trevor Philips build guide for the optimal gear progression
GTA Online CEO
GTA Online CEO is a strong option in Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | AP Pistol |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | One time character migration |
Strengths
- Excellent in group and cooperative content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with AP Pistol
Weaknesses
- Less effective solo
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Los Santos to learn GTA Online CEO-specific mechanics
- Focus on One time character migration. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize AP Pistol as your first major upgrade
- See our full GTA Online CEO build guide for the optimal gear progression
Motorcycle Club President
Motorcycle Club President is a strong option in Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Sticky Bombs |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | GTA Online business ownership |
Strengths
- Highest skill ceiling with unique mechanics
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Sticky Bombs
Weaknesses
- Steep learning curve, punishing mistakes
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Los Santos to learn Motorcycle Club President-specific mechanics
- Focus on GTA Online business ownership. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Sticky Bombs as your first major upgrade
- See our full Motorcycle Club President build guide for the optimal gear progression
Which Role Should You Pick?
For Beginners
Franklin Clinton is the clear winner. It's forgiving, teaches core mechanics, and remains competitive into endgame. Follow our beginner's guide for the best first-session experience.
For Maximum Performance
Michael De Santa is the top pick once you understand the game's mechanics. Pair it with Heavy Sniper Mk II for the strongest overall setup.
For a Challenge
Motorcycle Club President offers the highest skill ceiling. It's punishing when misplayed but incredibly rewarding when mastered. Only recommended after you've completed the game with another role.
For Group Play
GTA Online CEO shines in cooperative content with utility and team support capabilities.
More Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Guides
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Overview
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Best Builds
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Tier List
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Walkthrough
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Beginner's Guide
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Tips & Tricks
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Weapons Guide
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Combat Guide
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Boss Guide
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Maps & Locations
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Crafting Guide
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