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This is the original game with some ai upscaled textures and *slightly* enhanced gameplay. They are all half-done buggy messes. When I say on unplayable on PC, you literally cannot play it on pc due to R* accidently releasing files and them frantically removing them and blaming it on "scheduled maintenance)

Just played a few hours of the Trilogy Definitive Edition on the Nintendo Switch and there were weird glitches, bad controls, and the rain graphics was terrible. I hate to say it, but even the app version is better, it may not have updated graphics like this version but it played much more smoother. This game is overpriced in my opinion.

When I heard remaster was coming, I was quite surprised. When I saw trailer, I didn't really care about models because I just wanted more improved visuals and textures.

When I saw the gameplay, bugs and new weird models and that first person camera on vehicles when you look backwards, I was disappointed.

I didn't buy it, but I knew it sucked.

Even if it's an actual remaster compared to PS3 and X360 ports which were just ports of mobile port (despite using something from mobile port), it still makes those ports look less buggy.

Even $60 gave me sum shush concerrns before the release.

I recommend you to pirate original games if your laptop doesn't have disk drive because old games have been removed from Steam and Rockstar Games launcher doesn't like mods.

This game should have been released on January like upcoming mobile ports.

If you bought one of the original games on Steam or Rockstar, you can't play it anymore and have to rebuy the trilogy for 60 euros if you want to play it legally.

It looks worst than hd mods that have existed for the last ten years, it's just bullcrap.

I don't know why this was made and I don't know who asked for this, maybe this is a bit harsh to say but I think at this point in time, Rockstar needs an intervention.

I think Rockstar are kinda clout chasing with this project which is very weird because I don't think they have to do that. This title was pretty much based on clout rather than talent and they're just trying to get hype built around it, I don't think it was successful and honestly it was slightly embarrassing to see them sign on to this kind of project that just flopped so hard. It's super shocking to see this coming from a company that has always been deeply passionate and committed to their work, to become utterly careless and messy.

The old game look Better, this game is overpriced and full of bugs, gameplay is The same of ps2, moderrs can make work very better than this and for free.

These games have been cleaned up and as far as I see, as they should be. I know the games had a bad start that everyone will remember, and they screwed over most of the modding community for this which also aggravated a vast majority of their players. But Rockstar have now worked hard in repairing the Trilogy and I've forever loved these three fantastic games. Would now definitely would recommend.

This game is sold on saying that has better graphics and gameplay. But seriously NO. Mods on the previous games looked way better than this edition. I dont know why Rockstar had to do this. Instead hire the modders instead of sueing them.

Thanks.

I completely do not understand negative evaluations. I am playing GTA San Andreas for the first time in my life and it is from this trilogy and I am very happy and having fun. I don't know, maybe I'm an undemanding player, but I've heard only good things about S. A. and nothing can spoil my opinion of her. I compared the graphics to the original and I still like it. But that's my opinion, it doesn't have to suit anyone.

A remaster done masterfully wrong. An insult to the games and the impact of the originals. Badly done in graphics and depth. Epic fail, keep playing with the original and forget this.

It looks like a joke. Especially GTA III, they killed its atmosphere. They also removed the original games from the stores. Not to mention the fact that they've been at war with the modders, who actually make up the core of fans of the series, for several years. And now we got it. Yes, it was worth it, definitely!!!

I'm a huge fan of all the GTA games and was super excited about this package. I read the bad initial reviews so waited until there was big fixes and the price to go down. How wrong was I to think this would improve the games?? A complete waste of money. I'm on GTA 3 which I loved and couldn't wait to play this definitive version. Alas, it's unplayable. It lacks any and all atmosphere, charm and even the graphics don't look as good as the original on my ps2. The controls and movement of the character and vehicles seem like a child has made it. Which would be applaudable but this isn't a game a kid made, this is the masterpieces that are gta games. Rockstar, what on earth are you thinking? Really it should be taken off the shelves. Mines going straight on eBay but really it deserves to go straight in the bin.

Im very dispo pointed of Rockstar, they was like one of the good game studio, but since rdr 2 they make bad decision and the trilogy is one of them, is very buggy even on Xbox I have a lot of freeze glitch bug and all, pc version don't work for some, I think and hope Rockstar use this mistake for next game bc I don't want have a old game, worst that the original...

It is obvious that the intent of this release was just to get a quick cash grab from the fans and not actually improve the games. This is the reason there was no footage of gameplay available before the release of the game, they knew what they were releasing and wanted as many people to buy it before the knew how poor of a release this was. It is revolting they removed original titles from other platforms like Steam and consoles, and only allow you to get the through their poor Rockstar games launcher.

I know many characters look horrible, but this is not the main issue for me. What I find bad is the gameplay issues, like constant crashes, problems with FPS, horrible controls for planes, saves getting corrupted. Even with all patches, these problems are still there. I would be willing to pay the expensive price they are charging if all these problems were solved.

I think people are too picky. It's a remastered game from years ago while still keeping that nostalgic feeling of the originals. Can't complain, I'm happy. Get a grip people.

Most of us know GTA San Andreas as a masterpiece A masterpiece that deserves a remake But Rockstar surprised us with a remaster trilogy, but not a good surprise, an awful surprise.

This bug game reminded us of cyberpunk I hope this game will be remembered as a good game in the future after its big updates Sorry for a big company like Rockstar for this scandal.

Currently this game is being review bombed on several major websites, and the main reason is... some of the characters look a bit goofy..... that's it. I am aware that the PC version is somewhat broken but there is absolutely no excuse to give this game a 1 star rating on Xbox and PlayStation when the gameplay of all three classic games is the best it's ever been. The graphics as a whole are the best they've ever been. The controls are modernised and feel much better to use than the originals and the lighting is superb. It's the complete package.

I believe Im one of the few who thinks this is the case and many people are furious at the games they received. I think alot of this bitterness towards the game stems from people who haven't ever played the original games or weren't even born when they came out. Many people heard "modernised controls" and instantly thought it would play exactly like GTA 5, including a cover system. In short people need to pay closer attention to what was said in the lead up to this game. Modernised controls means they changed the buttons, not make the game GTA 5, which I'm so glad because that would have ruined all of these truly excellent games.

One of the things that still amazes me is that people who call themselves gamers or people who have covered the gaming industry for years or even decades still don't understand the difference between remaster and remake. Simply put, this game is a Remaster which means it's got improved graphics, lighting and some minor gameplay changes, it's not a remake which is built from the ground up with all new systems put in place, new gameplay mechanics, new additions such as missions, modes etc. This difference is key to understand and learn for future reference.

Gameplay wise these games play mostly like the originals but with slightly improved aiming and much better movement, no longer do you feel like you're on ice skates when you move. This is especially good in Vice city which originally had some of the worst movement of any GTA game. One of the biggest flaws of these classic games has now been fixed and I'm really happy about it.

Graphics wise as previously mentioned the lighting is superb, though I do advise before even starting a new game you go into options and set the brightness slider to max and the contrast to minimum. This makes the colors really pop and the brightness shine through where as the default settings means it's quite dark. The reflections are tremendous especially on the cars and windows of buildings and the increased level of detail on materials is outstanding. The draw distance is massively increased and this means you can see almost the entire map from certain points.

The downsides: As previously mentioned certain characters don't look great, this is usually side characters for the most part but Tommy Vercetti in Vice city does look a bit odd at certain times. While I'm not a fan of the cartoonish look 'Grove street games' seems to have gone with, it does help in a game like GTA 3 where the overall look is far superior than the original, with San Andreas that becomes less prevalent in the characters and they don't look the best they probably could have, had more time and care been spent on them. I completely agree that this is something that needs to be addressed and hopefully a quick update or two can fix certain characters. Other than that there isn't anything else that springs to mind and having played all 3 games on both the Xbox Series X and PS5, they all played flawlessly without encountering any glitches in 30+ hours of gameplay. The game runs at 30 or 60FPS on next gen consoles and I've heard people complain that when in 60fps mode that the frame rate 'dips' at certain points. I haven't seen this, at least not with my eyes and would need testing equipment to see any actual drops. For me, if I can't actually see a drop in frame rate then it doesn't impact my game.

There is some music missing from the originals, most notably 2 Michael Jackson songs and NWA's express yourself. While I'm not too bothered about Michael Jackson's songs I was quite disappointed that Express yourself wasn't included as this was one of the best songs from San Andreas. It's important to not get too privileged though and understand that the fees to renew these songs would have been incredible and simply more than Rockstar was willing to pay which in my opinion is understandable. Other than that all of the great songs are here and especially vice city is just a joy to listen to, it's one of the best soundtracks of any game if you ask me.

Overall I think if you have actually played the original games and want that truly nostalgic feeling, all while playing the absolute best version of the games then this is the one for you. If you haven't played the originals then you're setting yourself up for failure because these games come from a generation that most who play modern games won't enjoy or even understand, some people are better sticking to GTA 5 but for me personally, I'll be playing these games for hundreds of hours to come, 9/10.

It needs a lot of improvement. The game has bugs, glitches, and the character/NPC models need fixing. For GTA San Andreas, the Draw distance/fog needs to be lowered/added so that the locations and cities look farther away from each other and the map looks much bigger. For all of the games, the old songs should be re-added into the game as well, new songs should be put in there too. They need to add much more detail to the games. By the way, Take Two shouldn't be taking down mods, that just sounds greedy. They should also add the OG games. They should make the newer versions look like the OG games. They should give each location its own weather and environment.

The excitement was palpable when news of a remake surfaced. Hopes were high that the essence of the original would be preserved, allowing us to relive the joy that the classic GTA titles brought us. Alas, what we received was a disappointment beyond measure.

It's not merely about clinging to the past; it's about honoring the craftsmanship and innovation that made those games monumental. The classic GTA titles were a testament to the dedication of Rockstar North, a studio that understood the intricate balance between storytelling, gameplay mechanics, and immersive world-building.

As dedicated fans, we yearn to see our beloved memories treated with the respect they deserve. We acknowledge the effort that goes into every creative endeavor, but it's disheartening to witness a lack of understanding regarding what made the originals iconic.

We extend this plea not as a demand, but as a sincere request to consider the profound impact these games have had on our lives. They were more than just games; they were windows into captivating worlds, narratives that sparked our imaginations, and experiences that forged lasting connections.

We hold onto the hope that developers will recognize the importance of capturing the essence that endeared the classics to us. The disappointment we feel stems from a place of love and passion, a desire to see our treasured memories treated with the care they warrant.

In conclusion, we stand as a collective voice of concern, but also of unwavering appreciation for the classic GTA titles. The legacy they've left is an integral part of gaming history, and we hope that future endeavors will honor and build upon that legacy.

So, as we express our disappointment in the subpar remake, we also express our hope for a future where the spirit of innovation aligns harmoniously with the respect for what has come before. Let the classics inspire, and let the mistakes be lessons in preserving the magic that defines them.

The remastered versions of the GTA Trilogy I grew up playing had so much potential with better graphics, new features including the weapon wheel, GPS, Checkpoint Save and more (which were the only things i liked about the definitive trilogy), but the trilogy sadly ended up being the buggiest remastered trilogy ever released, the modders are way better at developing the remastered trilogy than Rockstar Games and Grove Street Games themselves, it's a shame that I never bought the original GTA Trilogy off of the PS Store before it got removed since I didn't have a PS5/PS4 at the time, thankfully I have my PS2 I bought refurbished and all 3 Physical PS2 copies of the original GTA Trilogy, so my recommendation would be to play the originals instead of the remasters if you can.

Besides the nonsense with the early bugs that will be addressed, this game is simply 17 years old. It was an absolute classic at the time but as I realized how small and simple it was, it just cannot compete with what there is to offer in 2021. You have to be a diehard GTA fan to really play this , I am watching Trevor Martin for free on YouTube, better than I could play it, and I am content.

I played all 3 games of DE, i didnt find any bug and only vice city graphics looks great, gta 3 just good but gta san andreas bad in graphics and character.

I had my expectations real low before this releases and somehow, they fucked up, missing cheats, missing songs, would of been cool if they added in beta content and put them in.

Worst thing about this release is that they removed the digital versions from all stores of the original games meaning you got to find a real copy of the games or tough s*it.

Take two removing mods for this is such bullshit escpally when they done a better job than grove street games, but I will be nice to them since they had low employ numbers from what i have heard from youtube videos, so i wont hate too much on that, but still, not even worth it for anything more than £10.