First Grand Theft Auto Trilogy gameplay surfaces ahead of launch

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What you need to know

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogyhas left long-time series fans eager to return, but Rockstar Games remains tight on footage leading up to thedigital only launch.New footage has now surfaced ahead of its Nov. 11, 2021 launch, showcasing each of the titles running on consoles.

New gameplay videos have now hit YouTube, showcasing GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas on the systems. If you have been waiting to see gameplay on the title of your choice before firing off on your purchase, you can find the extended gameplay clips below.

The three games in the trilogy have been given a fresh coat of paint, but more importantly, bring a number of quality of life changes. That includes Grand Theft Auto V-style controls, which should make the titles more accessible for existing fans. While it’s unclear whether reviews will arrive before launch, it’s our closest look at the game to date.

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition is set to be a digital-only release for PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4/5, and Nintendo Switch on Nov. 11. If you’re itching to buy the physical edition of the game for your console, you will have to wait until its rollout on Dec. 6, 2021.

Three games, better than ever

With Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy — The Definitive Edition, players can revisit three games that helped shape Rockstar Games and the GTA franchise as a whole: GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas.

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