Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, also known as GTA: San Andreas or simply San Andreas, is a highly popular and critically acclaimed open-world action-adventure video game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. The game was first released for the PlayStation 2 in October 2004, and later for the Xbox and PC in June 2005. The game is set in the fictional state of San Andreas, which is based on California and Nevada. Players control Carl “CJ” Johnson, who returns home to Los Santos, San Andreas after the death of his mother. CJ is soon drawn into a world of gangs, drugs, and corruption, as he seeks to take control of the streets and avenge his mother’s death.

One of the most notable features of San Andreas is its vast open-world environment, which allows players to explore a wide variety of locations, such as cities, towns, deserts, and mountains. The game also features a wide range of vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, and airplanes, which can be used to navigate the game’s world. Another key feature of San Andreas is its diverse and engaging storyline, which features a wide range of characters, including gang members, corrupt police officers, and other criminals. The game also features a variety of side missions and activities, such as street racing, vigilante missions, and even a fully functional casino.

San Andreas also introduced various new gameplay elements, such as the ability to swim and climb, a hunger meter, and a stamina meter. It also includes a wide variety of weapons and upgrades, including melee weapons, pistols, rifles, and explosives. The game received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, with many praising its open-world gameplay, engaging storyline, and diverse range of activities. It is considered one of the best games in the Grand Theft Auto series, and one of the greatest video games of all time.