Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition
It all starts in Liberty City. With revolutionary freedom to go anywhere and jack anyone, Grand Theft Auto III puts the center of the criminal underworld at your fingertips, if you have enough guts to take it.
Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition is a action, third-person shooter and open world game
developed and published by Rockstar Games.
Released on January 19th 2023 is available only on Windows
in 13 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America and Traditional Chinese.
It has received 3,319 reviews of which 2,196 were positive and 1,123 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. 😐
The game is currently priced at 59.99€ on Steam.
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-6600K / AMD FX-6300
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 760 2GB / AMD Radeon R9 280 3GB
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 5 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible
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The recent update for GTA III: The Definitive Edition marks a significant improvement, introducing features that fans had been demanding since launch. Key additions include a Classic Lighting mode, which restores the nostalgic look and feel of the original skies and environments, alongside better fog effects, refined character models, and quality-of-life changes such as the ability to pause during cutscenes. The combat system has also been enhanced, allowing players to run and shoot simultaneously in GTA III and Vice City, improving gameplay fluidity. While these updates are a welcome step forward, they highlight issues that should have been addressed at launch. The remaster's original release faced backlash for its visual and gameplay shortcomings compared to the originals, and while this patch improves things, it doesn't quite achieve the iconic feel of the original trilogy. The general sentiment is that this update makes the game closer to what it should have been from day one, but there's still more work needed to fully meet fans' expectations. For nostalgic fans and those new to the trilogy, this patch is a good reason to revisit the game, but it might leave purists hoping for further refinements.
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Not as bad after the new update, but some problems still remain. Please Rockstar Games, bring back the original games on Steam!
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Leaving a positive review to show appreciation for Rockstar pushing an update to these games years after launch. The lighting of the original games have finally been properly re-implemented, alongside other fixes (like that awful stuttery shadow issue from sunlight). I still don't feel comfortable calling the DE Trilogy the "definitive" way to experience these classic titles, but I am at least happy that they've been given a bit more love, even years later. Please keep the updates coming!
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Grand Theft Auto III Definitive Edition has come a long way since its rocky launch. After years of patches and improvements, it’s finally the definitive way to experience the game that redefined open-world gaming back in 2001. While it stumbled out of the gate with some rough visuals and performance issues, the updates have done wonders, making this version of GTA III the best to date, both for old fans and newcomers alike. Starting with the visuals, the Definitive Edition has polished up Liberty City without losing the gritty atmosphere that made it so iconic. The updated lighting system adds some great depth, especially at night when the neon lights and car headlights cut through the foggy streets. Character models and textures are more detailed than ever, but still have a slightly cartoonish charm, keeping that early 2000s vibe intact. Sure, it’s not a complete graphical overhaul like a modern AAA title, but it’s a solid facelift that brings the game closer to today’s standards while still honoring its roots. Gameplay-wise, one of the best improvements is the modernized controls. Driving feels much smoother, and combat is significantly more manageable with improved targeting and aiming. Gone are the days of fighting the awkward, stiff controls of the original. If you’re coming from more recent open-world titles, this will feel a lot more familiar, while still keeping the essence of what made GTA III groundbreaking. The missions and narrative still hold up incredibly well. You play as Claude, the silent protagonist, on his revenge-fueled rise through the ranks of Liberty City’s criminal underworld. The game’s dark humor and memorable cast of characters like Joey Leone and Asuka Kasen are still top-tier, and the radio stations remain absolute classics. From the sarcastic talk shows to the diverse music selections, cruising around the city is an experience in itself thanks to the radio. Liberty City, as always, is the star of the show. It’s not the largest open world by today’s standards, but it’s dense and packed with personality. The Definitive Edition smooths out some of the older issues with pop-in and frame rates, making exploring the city much more seamless than in the original. The map design still feels alive and full of opportunity for mayhem, and whether you're revisiting or playing for the first time, it's a blast to lose yourself in the chaos of car chases, gunfights, and random explosions. One area that didn’t age as well is the mission structure, which can sometimes feel repetitive, especially with the old-school checkpoint system. Some missions can be frustrating because if you fail, you’re often stuck replaying entire sequences from the start. The Definitive Edition does introduce some quality-of-life improvements, but it still holds onto a lot of that early 2000s challenge and clunkiness. After all the patches, performance is solid across the board. There’s a noticeable improvement in stability, especially compared to the disastrous launch. While it’s not perfect and there might still be a few odd bugs here and there, the overall experience is smooth enough that it won’t get in the way of your enjoyment. If you’re a long-time fan, this Definitive Edition feels like the way to play GTA III—a nice way to relive the memories but with all the frustrating edges smoothed out. And if you’re new to the game, this is the best possible way to experience the foundation of modern open-world design. It may not compete graphically or mechanically with the latest GTA entries, but it holds up incredibly well thanks to its immersive city, iconic missions, and unforgettable atmosphere. In the end, GTA III Definitive Edition—after all the updates—is hands down the version to play. It brings the classic into the modern era while staying true to everything that made it a revolutionary game over two decades ago. Whether you’re in it for the nostalgia or curious to see where the series began, it’s a trip worth taking.
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The game is generally fun but this port is terrible, I've got a decent pc so why can't I max out a game thats 23 years old?? I need to lower a lot the settings just to get 50-60fps
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Online players
90
Developer
Rockstar Games
Publisher
Rockstar Games
Release
19 Jan 2023
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