Every Grand Theft Auto Game, Officially Ranked

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Updated on September 5, 2026 by Mark Sammut: As GTA 6 is right around the corner, I've added a section dedicated to the upcoming game. It is almost here!Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto is the biggest open-world franchise of all time, and "open-world" might be unnecessary. Despite fairly humble origins, GTA blossomed into a cultural juggernaut once it went 3D and basically wrote the playbook for what a modern sandbox game should be. In a few months, GTA 6 becomes a reality, but it will need to be an all-time great to rank above the likes of San Andreas and GTA 5.Rockstar hasn't dropped a bad entry yet, but that doesn't mean every game is roughly of the same quality.

In fact, a huge gap separates the best from the worst and the most mediocre, and everyone will have their own preferences. Still, let's try to answer the age-old question, "Which is the greatest GTA game?"Test your knowledge. Easy · 15s Medium · 10s Hard · 5s Permadeath · 5s Sign in to claim your place on the leaderboard! Leaderboard No scores yet. Be the first. 1/10 Question text goes here?Results 0 Points — Sign in to claim your place on the leaderboard! Leaderboard No scores yet. Be the first. Looking Ahead: Grand Theft Auto 6 Is Almost Here Grand Theft Auto 6 Action Adventure Systems Released November 19, 2026 Developer(s) Rockstar Games Genre(s) Action, Adventure Platform(s) PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S We had to wait forever for this moment, but GTA 6 is finally almost here.

Recently, Rockstar staged an extended look on Netflix that showcased about 30 minutes of gameplay, granting players a closer look at the characters, core gameplay, and some of the extra activities. The fan response was mostly positive, although some people raised concerns regarding a few elements. There is a fear that GTA 6 might be a disappointment, even if that has more to do with insane expectations rather than a perceived lack of quality.Let's go over a few things that were confirmed in the extended look:Protagonists – The narrative centers on Jason Duval (an ex-military drug runner) and Lucia Caminos (fresh out of prison) in a modern Bonnie-and-Clyde dynamic.

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You will be able to switch between them on the fly during freeroam and missions, with in-game communication occurring via direct dialogue and phone chat systems. Jason's dialogue drew some criticism for being generic, and the Extended Look didn't do a great job of showcasing an interesting personality. That said, Lucia came across far better. Wanted System – You cannot have a GTA game without a wanted system, and the upcoming game seeks to revamp this franchise staple. This time around, police will track criminal profiles, so they might remember your car model or its license plate, your facial features, and maybe even clothes.

You will need to swap cars and outfits rather than just outrun cop cars. Body Management – Yes, San Andreas' physical conditioning is back, allowing you to alter Jason and Lucia's appearance beyond just their clothes. Eat too much fast food, and you might gain weight. World Interactivity – We don't have a full picture of everything you can do in Leonida, but a few activities are kayaking, backyard wrestling, and alligator hunting. (Hopefully) Improved Driving and Combat – Rockstar's gameplay doesn't always hit a homerun, but GTA 6 will hopefully be a touch better. 0Days00Hours00Minutes00Seconds 12 Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Turns The Best GTA Into The Worst GTA One Of The Most Disastrous Rockstar Launches Of All Time Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Released November 11, 2021 Developer(s) Rockstar Games, Grove Street Games Platform(s) PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One Genre(s) Open-World Fans were disappointed to the moon and back when Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Editionlaunched.

The compilation was a lackluster effort to upscale the classic 3D games for the next generation and was lambasted by fans and critics alike. The titles were plagued with bugs and, because they were based on the mobile versions, looked worse than the original games. Even with all the patches that have addressed the many issues in this title, this cash grab is still probably Rockstar's biggest blemish when it comes to proper games.Rockstar released several updates to address its many issues, and modders also helped fix the PC iteration, so the trilogy is playable nowadays.

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However, GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas deserve full-scale dedicated remasters, especially if they are going to essentially replace the original versions.