Grand Theft Auto The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition
The intriguing crime game trilogy presents the graphic improvements that are expected of us at the launch - which will reach a little less than three weeks
Introduction
A few weeks after the encouraging initial announcement of the revamped versions of the three games from the third Grand Theft Auto era, we have initial comparisons of screenshots and gameplay between the new and the old - and an official launch coming faster than we actually expected.
New Trailer and Launch Date
Rockstar Games has unveiled a new trailer for Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition (which garnered nearly 5 million views in less than a day, on the developer's official channel alone) in which it compares a little less than a minute between the original version and the updated version of three famous games. The launch is scheduled for November 11, 2021, coinciding with the release of Skyrim's decade-old edition.
Visual Improvements and Reactions
The trailer showcases a notable visual improvement between the original games and the updated editions, especially for the oldest of the three, Grand Theft Auto 3. However, there have been mixed reactions to the changes. Some reviewers expressed concerns about the updated artistic design direction, finding it overly colorful and detrimental to the relatively realistic style of the original games. Others were unimpressed with the extent of the improvement, suggesting that free visual mods available for the games could offer more impressive and high-quality products. Additionally, some fans criticized the recommended price tag of $60 or 60 euros for the trilogy, particularly for those who already purchased the same games in the past.
Gameplay Enhancements
Beyond the visual enhancements, Rockstar promises that the Triple Definitive Edition will feature gameplay enhancements inspired by "GTA 5," aiming to modernize and improve the games' overall experience. This could be especially significant as some elements and missions in these titles were considered problematic and annoying at the time of their original releases and haven't aged well since then.
The anticipation for the official launch, as well as ongoing discussions about the changes and improvements, continue to occupy fans of the series. Rockstar's efforts to balance modernization while preserving the essence of the original trilogy are sure to generate further attention and debate in the gaming community.
