Why the Original GTA Trilogy Should Be on GOG (With Controller Support)
The original versions of Grand Theft Auto III, Vice City, and San Andreas aren’t just games—they’re legendary cornerstones of open-world gaming. These titles revolutionized how we experience freedom, storytelling, and sandbox-style action. From Liberty City’s gritty streets to Vice City’s neon glow and San Andreas’ sprawling countryside, this trilogy defined a generation.
When the Definitive Edition launched, the originals were removed from most digital storefronts. The remasters introduced modern graphics but lost key elements that made the classics special—iconic character models, certain music tracks, and the original physics and charm. Many fans still consider the originals superior in gameplay and atmosphere.
That’s why GOG is the perfect home for the original GTA Trilogy, restored DRM-free and ready for modern systems. GOG is dedicated to game preservation, and these versions deserve to live on in their true form—unchanged and accessible to everyone.
Importantly, a GOG release should also feature easy, plug-and-play controller support for modern gamepads (Xbox, PlayStation, etc.). Many fans want to relive these classics with the same comfort they remember—or experience them properly for the first time.
It’s time to bring back the real GTA Trilogy—no launchers, no DRM, no compromises. Just the authentic experience, enhanced with modern compatibility and smooth controller support.
Let’s make it happen, GOG. Gaming history deserves it.