GTA III - Intro

Stepping into the world of Grand Theft Auto III for the first time felt like unlocking a new dimension in gaming. The iconic intro sequence, with its gritty cinematic style and the boat ride into Liberty City, was a promise of unparalleled freedom and chaos. It wasn't just a game; it was a cultural reset, revolutionizing the open-world genre and setting the standard for urban sandbox gameplay. Players fondly remember the sheer scale of Liberty City, the ability to go anywhere and do almost anything, the diverse radio stations, and the feeling of being dropped into a living, breathing (and often violent) metropolis. GTA III wasn't just played; it was lived in, offering an escape into a world where the rules were meant to be broken, defining a generation of gaming on the PlayStation 2 and becoming a global phenomenon.