Grand Theft Auto III, a landmark title in open-world gaming, was initially released for the PlayStation 2 in 2001, followed by an Xbox version in 2003. Developed by Rockstar Games, it offers a groundbreaking open-world experience where players take on the role of a small-time criminal climbing the ranks of organized crime in the fictional Liberty City. This action-adventure game features a third-person perspective, a large map to explore, and a narrative-driven campaign with various side missions.