Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, commonly abbreviated as GTA: San Andreas, is an action-adventure video game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. It was initially released in October 2004 for PlayStation 2 and later for other platforms such as Microsoft Windows, Xbox, and macOS.

Set within the fictional state of San Andreas, which is heavily based on California and Nevada, the game follows the story of Carl “CJ” Johnson, who returns home to Los Santos from Liberty City after learning of his mother’s murder. As he tries to re-establish his former gang and fight against rival gangs, the game takes players through a vast open-world environment with a mix of third-person shooting, driving, and role-playing elements.

GTA: San Andreas was praised for its expansive open world, engaging storyline, and diverse gameplay mechanics, cementing its status as one of the most influential and best-selling video games of all time. The game has also inspired various mods and a dedicated fan base, contributing to its lasting popularity within the gaming community.