Grand Theft Auto 5

Grand Theft Auto V (PS3, 2013) is a landmark open-world game, delivering Rockstar’s satirical take on Los Santos with three playable protagonists (Michael, Franklin, Trevor) and heists that let you plan approaches. Its sprawling map, dark humor, and emergent chaos (NPC routines, random events) set a new bar, though the PS3 version’s pop-in textures and 30fps cap show their age. Still, the core experience—GTA Online’s launch (now overshadowed by PS4/5 updates)—is intact. A last-gen masterpiece.