Rockstar Games’ GTA 5 has captured the hearts of gamers across PC and console platforms. Remarkably, it’s also playable on various handheld devices, including Android smartphones, making it one of the premier open-world games for portable enjoyment. There are two main methods to access GTA 5 on Android: utilizing Steam Link and employing PS Remote Play.
This guide will walk you through the essential steps to enjoy GTA 5 on your Android device seamlessly.
Playing GTA 5 on Android via Steam Link
To begin with, you need to configure your gaming setup on your PC:
- Acquire a license for GTA 5 from Steam and install it. You can choose to install either the Legacy Version or the Enhanced Version of the game.
- Launch the game and complete all setup requirements. This includes creating a Rockstar Social Club account and installing BattlEye.
- Progress until you access the Prologue mission or gain entry to freeroam.
Once you have the game set up on your PC, follow these steps to connect through Steam Link:
- Download the Steam Link app from the Google Play Store.
- Open the Steam app on your computer.
- Launch the Steam Link app on your mobile device and tap on Get Started to scan for nearby computers running Steam.
- If the app doesn’t automatically recognize your PC, select Other Computer.
- On the Steam app, navigate to Steam > Settings > Remote Play > Pair Steam Link.
- Input the PIN displayed on your mobile and click Confirm to continue syncing.
- On your PC, select Set PIN and create a unique PIN.
- Input this PIN on your mobile and tap Connect, which will initiate a network test.
- Post network verification, tap Ok.
- Hit Start Playing on the Steam Link app and re-enter the numeric PIN.
- The Steam client will switch to Big Picture Mode, and your Android device will display the live screen.
- Select GTA 5 from your game library and dive into the action!
Playing GTA 5 on Android through PS Remote Play
Check out the PS Remote Play tutorial here
If you have GTA 5 on PlayStation, the initial steps are quite similar to those outlined above. Here’s how to set it up:
- Ensure the game is downloaded and complete the Prologue mission or reach freeroam.
- Download the PS Remote Play app from the Google Play Store.
- On your PlayStation, navigate to Settings > System > Remote Play > Enable Remote Play.
- Adjust Power Saving settings: go to Features Available in Rest Mode > Stay Connected to the Internet.
- Open the PS Remote Play app on your Android phone and wait for it to connect to your PlayStation console.
- Select GTA 5 from your game library and start your gameplay session.
Remember, for both methods, it’s crucial to keep your PC or PlayStation in standby mode with a stable internet connection to ensure smooth gameplay.