Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition is a remastered collection of three classic games from the Grand Theft Auto series, developed by Rockstar Games and released in November 2021. The collection includes updated versions of:

1. Grand Theft Auto III (GTA III) – Released in 2001, it introduced 3D open-world gameplay to the series.
2. Grand Theft Auto: Vice City – Released in 2002, it takes place in the 1980s in a city inspired by Miami.
3. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – Released in 2004, it offers a massive open world based on California and Nevada, and is known for its rich story and RPG elements.

Key Features of the Definitive Edition:

• Visual Upgrades: The remastered versions feature enhanced graphics with improved textures, lighting, and environmental details. The character models, animations, and vehicle designs have also been updated.
• Improved Controls: The trilogy features modernized controls and gameplay improvements, including the introduction of more intuitive aiming and targeting systems, similar to what was found in later GTA games.
• Sound and Music: The games retain their iconic soundtracks, with minor adjustments to ensure compatibility with modern hardware and consoles.
• Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements: Various bugs and glitches from the original games were addressed, and performance was optimized for newer platforms.

The Definitive Edition was released for multiple platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC, as well as for mobile devices.

Reception:

While the remastered trilogy was highly anticipated, its release was met with mixed reactions. Fans praised the updated visuals and gameplay improvements but criticized the collection for technical issues, bugs, and the quality of some of the remastered assets, particularly facial animations and character models. As a result, Rockstar has released several patches to address the issues in the months following the launch.