Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas thrusts players into a sprawling, meticulously detailed reimagining of early 1990s California, dubbed San Andreas. This expansive game world is composed of three major cities—each based on real American metropolises—and a vast hinterland filled with small towns and wilderness areas. The narrative follows Carl “CJ” Johnson, who returns to his former neighborhood of Los Santos after his mother’s tragic death. CJ’s attempt to restore his family’s name and reassert his gang, the Grove Street Families, against rival factions and corrupt officials, draws players into a complex web of betrayal, power struggles, and redemption.

A Living World at Your Fingertips

San Andreas breaks ground with its ambitious scope and deep gameplay mechanics that blend action, role-playing, and simulation seamlessly. As players guide CJ through his trials, they can shape his skills and attributes through activities that range from shooting and driving to eating and exercising. The game’s world reacts vividly to CJ’s choices, changing its behavior based on his appearance, actions, and reputations with different groups. The freedom to explore is unparalleled; players can embark on side quests that include high-speed chases, acquiring and managing property, engaging in commerce, or simply exploring the scenic wilderness that shifts with dynamic weather patterns and day-night cycles, providing endless opportunities for discovery and adventure in a living, breathing world.