Grand Theft Auto III

 PlayStation 2
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1185 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 953 out of 1185
  2. Mixed: 150 out of 1185
  3. Negative: 82 out of 1185
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  1. FarshadFido
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    it was made only by Rockstar.gta 3 amazing game,niceeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeereeeeee
  2. kobaeee
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    GTA 3 is the first open world game to do it correctly. It's a shame that this game still hasn't received a worthy remaster.
  3. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    What can i say that has not been said a thousand times. Despite its obvious old age and crappy graphics, I have such good memories about it.
  4. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 28, 2023
    9
    Inevitably a little simplistic and crude compared to the later incarnations and some of the missions are frustratingly difficult thanks to the combination of dodgy AI and vehicles that are far too fragile, but it was a game changer at the time and was the genesis of the modern sandbox game.
  5. lizardkingg
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    One of the most revolutionary games of all time. A groundbreaking masterpiece. Set the bar high for the rest of the gaming world. As much of a classic as it gets.
  6. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  7. SSJGodku
    Jul 18, 2023
    8
    This was my introduction to the GTA series. I enjoyed the story & characters. I also liked just driving around and reeking havoc on the civilians.
  8. 3run0
    Jul 17, 2023
    10
    The best game for the PS2.Still fun to this day destroying cars with rpgs and causing chaos.
  9. zcat5
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Building upon the openness of Driver 2, this game redefined what an openworld game could be. This game is one of the most important games in history. I can't call it a masterpiece because it is heavily flawed, but for importance to gaming alone, this deserves a 10/10.
  10. Pancakes-
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Es un hermoso juego, lo he completado en PC y Android, ambas son buenas experiencias, pero cuando decidí completarlo en mi vieja PS2 fue aún más emocionante.
    El juego tiene esa baja resolución típica de un juego del 2000, pero muchas cosas como la dificultad, la estética oscura no hacen más que notarse aún más.
    La dificultad en sí, es un juego difícil, el GTA con la campaña más difícil,    Es un hermoso juego, lo he completado en PC y Android, ambas son buenas experiencias, pero cuando decidí completarlo en mi vieja PS2 fue aún más emocionante.
    El juego tiene esa baja resolución típica de un juego del 2000, pero muchas cosas como la dificultad, la estética oscura no hacen más que notarse aún más.
    La dificultad en sí, es un juego difícil, el GTA con la campaña más difícil, debido a sus misiones cronometradas y largas persecuciones, sin embargo, si se lo domina bien, es una experiencia más disfrutable que frustrante, que no es una dificultad del otro mundo.
    La selección musical es hermosa y contribuye a sentimientos de acción, emoción, pero también de tristeza y soledad, debido a la frialdad del protagonista.
    En definitiva, un clásico que todo jugador debería probar al menos una vez, debido a que aún con su envejecimiento, puede suponer un poco de reto, por su conducción torpe y simple, o el regreso a un GTA más simple, alejado de toda mecánica secundaria lo máximo posible, y centrado en ser un juego que trajera la revolución del mundo abierto a la industria. It is a beautiful game, I have completed it on PC and Android, both are good experiences, but when I decided to complete it on my old PS2, it was even more exciting.

    The game has that typical low resolution of a game from 2000, but many things like the difficulty, the dark aesthetic, only stand out even more.

    The difficulty itself is a challenging game, the GTA with the hardest campaign, due to its timed missions and long chases. However, if you master it well, it is a more enjoyable experience than frustrating. It's not an otherworldly difficulty.

    The music selection is beautiful and contributes to feelings of action, excitement, but also sadness and loneliness, due to the coldness of the protagonist.

    In conclusion, it's a classic that every gamer should try at least once because even with its aging, it can still provide a bit of a challenge, whether it's the clunky and simplistic driving or the return to a simpler GTA, stripped of all secondary mechanics as much as possible, and focused on being a game that brought the open-world revolution to the industry.    … Expand
  11. Flashyboy89
    May 19, 2023
    9
    GTA 3 was a groundbreaking achievement in gaming history that was so fresh. It blew everybody's mind back in the day.
  12. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Apr 2, 2023
    9
    "Grand Theft Auto III" revolutionized the video game industry with its introduction of the 3D open world. At the time of release, it was highly controversial since it allowed players to engage in all sorts of major criminal activities. Nevertheless, GTA III was a huge hit and has been named one of the greatest video games ever made by several critics. This is a satirical action-adventure"Grand Theft Auto III" revolutionized the video game industry with its introduction of the 3D open world. At the time of release, it was highly controversial since it allowed players to engage in all sorts of major criminal activities. Nevertheless, GTA III was a huge hit and has been named one of the greatest video games ever made by several critics. This is a satirical action-adventure influenced by Hollywood mob films. It's a tasteless guilty pleasure meant for a mature audience. Great wicked fun. Despite its flaws, this is the first GTA that set up the template for future entries and inspired countless of open-world games. I would rate it with a 9.6 out of 10.… Expand
  13. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  14. Lyralei3
    Feb 26, 2023
    8
    GTA III - самая недооцененная часть гта и самая жестокая гта с хорошей атмосферой
    Оцениваю игру на 8/10
  15. fredijuts
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    car go vroom so i be happy vroom vroom beep beep vroom vroom beep beep vroom vroom beep beep
  16. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 8
  17. Ez1459
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    grandfather of open world games, truly amazing and has a charm to it that will never vanish
  18. Uauqdemais
    Dec 28, 2022
    8
    O começo de algo pica, mas não é nem de perto perfeito. A gameplay é datada, sendo o principal problema deste jogo.
  19. Raymond86
    Dec 7, 2022
    8
    The original open world sandbox game. 21 years after it's release GTA III holds up and is just as playable today as it was then.
  20. Bivshtex007
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    I am SO glad that this game (PS2 Version) is available on PS4! I enjoyed every bit of it, even with outdated controls. Gameplay, Challanges, everything
  21. Jattaman
    Oct 3, 2022
    9
    Il terzo capitolo rivoluziona la serie con il 3D.
    Perde l'originalità e la crudezza del primo episodio, ma stravolge in positivo per impatto grafico, giocabilità e maestosità del progetto.
  22. dr-kenobi
    Sep 6, 2022
    9
    The case when the first real try is not a mess, but a huge hit. Truly the origin of the future best seller of the gaming world
  23. DanThePerson
    Aug 27, 2022
    9
    once again this game has a cool premise and atmosphere, and bunch of other cool stuff, and the music/radio stations are one of my favorite things about the game.. but there's a inconsistent difficulty yet again, and also yet again it caused me to never beat this game.. I guess maybe the older a GTA game is, the harder it becomes..
  24. Draco9
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    My first game couldnt beat it cause i didnt have a memory card feels bad still a masterpiece
  25. ONEEX
    Feb 12, 2022
    10
    3-я знаминитая часть.
    Моя первая и любимая.
    С этой части я полюбил эту серию.
    Благодарность разработчикам.
  26. Runatikku
    Feb 1, 2022
    9
    This game is a groundbreaking game in the gaming world. I remember my brain stopped the first time I played it. I don't remember any game I've played before that gave me so much freedom. And the graphics, oh my god, my eyes melted when I saw the graphics of GTA 3, which had spent my life with NES games until then. The game I begged my family to buy a ps2. Generally speaking, it is not theThis game is a groundbreaking game in the gaming world. I remember my brain stopped the first time I played it. I don't remember any game I've played before that gave me so much freedom. And the graphics, oh my god, my eyes melted when I saw the graphics of GTA 3, which had spent my life with NES games until then. The game I begged my family to buy a ps2. Generally speaking, it is not the strongest game in the GTA series, but we have to accept that it is the game that started the legend. As I said, the graphics are very good for its time, the gameplay is also the same, even today I think it's still comfortably playable, the scenario is not very good, it's a classic revenge story, but because Claude is a total dull, he can't make us feel this feeling of revenge. Other than that, freedom, stealing cars, entering cheat codes, and attacking people are all as expected from a GTA game. I think it's a game that everyone should experience. The missions are generally pretty easy and short with a few exceptions. So I suggest you give it a try.… Expand
  27. Atay26
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such a revolutionary game for it's time, a MUST GET! This game has the most beautiful atmosphere I have ever seen in a video game. Characters, gameplay mechanics and story are very well achieved from such a huge transition between it's 2d processors to becoming a whole new fledged out 3d non linear experience. Claude the main protagonist is betrayed and left for dead by his ex girlfriend during a robbery, after escaping incarceration, he sets himself on a journey for revenge, even if it means working for the biggest crime Lord's of liberty city's criminal underworld Just to get closer to reach your goal.… Expand
  28. tomflanders
    Dec 3, 2021
    8
    Groundbreaking game and decent storyline. Would definitely recommend for those who haven't played a GTA before
  29. MatthewJamesBag
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    GTA 3 Is Actually A Really Fun Game And It Has Really Really R E A L L Y Good Graphics And Sound Quality. Good Game Overall, 10/10
  30. Modax19
    Oct 18, 2021
    10
    Seriously fun. Finished the game for the first time (with no cheat codes!) in 2021. I loved the simple story and the variety of missions. Learning how to navigate the map by memory is really enjoyable and proves you don’t need an in game map / full navigation system. This game doesn’t try to be overly realistic and the result is pure fun. I wasn’t expecting to enjoy playing this game soSeriously fun. Finished the game for the first time (with no cheat codes!) in 2021. I loved the simple story and the variety of missions. Learning how to navigate the map by memory is really enjoyable and proves you don’t need an in game map / full navigation system. This game doesn’t try to be overly realistic and the result is pure fun. I wasn’t expecting to enjoy playing this game so much and I can’t quite put into words what makes it so good.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best PS2 Game of 2001
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#4 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001
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#1 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2001

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Metascore
97

Universal acclaim - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 56
  3. Negative: 0 out of 56
  1. Voodoo Extreme
    98
    The end-all, be-all of console action games. Period...For me GTA3 is the best action game I have ever played on a console system and I highly recommend it to adults (the intended audience of this game) who know the difference between good and evil.
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  2. Into Liquid Sky
    100
    An insanely deep game that offers a lot to do outside of the 70+ missions. If you understand that it's just a game and that these selfsame actions are not healthy in the real world, you'll enjoy a well-developed world disguised as a deviously fun game.
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  3. Next Generation Magazine
    80
    Adding to the frustration is the fact that your targeting system is practically useless, and the vehicle physics model is annoyingly floaty. [Jan 2002, p.78]
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