Rockstar Leak Hints at Grand Theft Auto IV Remaster, but Don’t Expect Fireworks on PC
So, something interesting just happened in the world of Rockstar Games, and it’s causing quite a stir among fans—especially those who’ve been longing for a Grand Theft Auto IV remaster. Let’s talk about it. Recently, a subtle but telling update on Rockstar’s support site may have accidentally revealed plans for a re-release of GTA IV on more modern consoles—specifically the PlayStation 4. And while this isn’t an official confirmation, fans immediately pounced on the info as strong evidence that a remaster or at least a port might be in the pipeline.
What tipped people off? A Reddit user, devonY7, spotted the PS4 listed as a supported platform for GTA IV on the Rockstar support page. Now, GTA IV never launched on the PS4—it was a PlayStation 3-era title. So, naturally, seeing PS4 on that list raised eyebrows. And it wasn’t long before Rockstar quietly removed the mention, which only fueled speculation further. This mirrors a similar situation with Red Dead Redemption 2, where an “Online Migration” feature was briefly live on Rockstar's site—something we’ve only seen before when GTA V jumped to current-gen consoles.
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Interestingly, this wouldn’t be Rockstar’s first quiet rollout. Red Dead Redemption got a low-key port in 2023—released on PS4 and Switch, then PC much later—without much fanfare and with no real technical overhaul. Fans are expecting the same kind of treatment here with GTA IV: no flashy remaster, no groundbreaking enhancements, just a simple port to keep the classic alive on new hardware.
As for PC players, it’s kind of a mixed bag. GTA IV is already available on Steam, often discounted to just $20. So unless there’s a full-blown remaster with meaningful upgrades—which looks unlikely—this move might not offer anything substantial for the PC crowd. Likewise, Red Dead Redemption 2 has long looked its best on high-end PCs, so any so-called “next-gen” update for consoles might simply bring them up to the standard PC players have had for years.
Still, even if this is just a modest re-release, there’s value in preserving these games for newer systems. GTA IV is widely considered one of Rockstar’s best works in terms of story, tone, and atmosphere. Having it easily accessible again—especially for those who skipped a generation—might breathe some fresh life into Liberty City.
And let’s not forget the timing here. With Grand Theft Auto VI now officially delayed until May 2026, Rockstar may be using these smaller re-releases to keep fans engaged in the meantime. Whether that’s a strategic breadcrumb trail or just damage control while we wait for GTA 6 to hit perfection, who knows?
For now, though, it’s a matter of “wait and see.” Until Rockstar makes it official, everything is just speculation, but when patterns like this emerge—leaks, quiet removals, and familiar rollout strategies—you can’t help but wonder what’s cooking behind the scenes.
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