Grand Theft Auto III Player Count and Stats (2024)

Game Description

“Grand Theft Auto III” (GTA III) is an action-adventure video game developed by DMA Design (later known as Rockstar North) and published by Rockstar Games. It was released in 2001 for the PlayStation 2 and later for other platforms, including PC, Xbox, and mobile devices.

GTA III is a landmark title in the gaming industry, as it marked the series’ transition to a fully 3D open-world environment, revolutionizing the sandbox genre. Set in the fictional Liberty City, inspired by New York City, the game follows the story of Claude, a silent protagonist and criminal who gets involved in a series of criminal activities after being betrayed during a heist.

The game’s open-world design allows players to freely explore the city, interact with various characters, and undertake a wide range of missions for different crime syndicates. Players can hijack vehicles, engage in shootouts, engage in car chases, and cause chaos throughout the city.

GTA III’s narrative-driven gameplay, along with its gritty atmosphere and mature content, set a new standard for storytelling in video games. The game’s voice acting, including radio DJs and pedestrians’ humorous and memorable dialogues, added depth and personality to Liberty City.

Critically acclaimed, GTA III received widespread praise for its groundbreaking open-world gameplay, rich storytelling, and immersive atmosphere. It also faced controversy and public scrutiny due to its violence and adult themes, which led to it being banned in some countries and sparking discussions about video game content regulation.

Beyond its critical acclaim, GTA III was a commercial success, becoming one of the best-selling games of its time and laying the foundation for the massive success of subsequent entries in the “Grand Theft Auto” series.

GTA III’s influence on the gaming industry cannot be overstated. Its success popularized the open-world genre, and its impact continues to be felt in modern gaming, with its legacy evident in subsequent Rockstar titles and other open-world games that followed its lead.

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• GTA series sales top 355 million as GTA 3 hits its 20th anniversary, 11/4/21
• Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition Officially Announced, 10/8/21
• GTA Leaks Hint At Upcoming Remaster For PS2 Trilogy, 2/20/21