is a British-American video game company based in New York City. The company was founded in 1998 by brothers Dan and Sam Houser, along with Terry Donovan and Jamie King. is best known for its Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead series of games.

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History

was founded in 1998 by brothers Dan and Sam Houser, along with Terry Donovan and Jamie King. The company’s first game was Grand Theft Auto, which was released in 1997. The game was a critical and commercial success, and it spawned several sequels. also developed other successful games, such as Red Dead Redemption, Max Payne, and L.A. Noire.

In 2008, was acquired by Take-Two Interactive. The acquisition made one of the largest video game companies in the world. has continued to release successful games, such as Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2.

Games

is best known for its Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead series of games. The Grand Theft Auto series is an action-adventure game series that follows the criminal exploits of various characters. The Red Dead series is a Western-themed action-adventure game series.

In addition to its Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead series, has also developed other successful games, such as Max Payne, L.A. Noire, and Bully.

Controversies

has been involved in several controversies over the years. The company has been criticized for its violent and sexually explicit content. has also been accused of glorifying crime and violence.

Despite the controversies, remains one of the most successful video game companies in the world. The company’s games have sold millions of copies and have been critically acclaimed.

Financial Performance

is a privately held company, so its financial performance is not publicly available. However, the company is estimated to be worth several billion dollars. ‘ revenue is primarily generated from the sale of its video games.

Key Executives

Dan Houser – Co-Founder and President
Sam Houser – Co-Founder and Vice President
Terry Donovan – Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer
Jamie King – Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer

Headquarters

is headquartered in New York City. The company has additional offices in London, Edinburgh, and San Diego.

Subsidiaries

has several subsidiaries, including:

Rockstar North – Edinburgh, Scotland
Rockstar Lincoln – Lincoln, England
Rockstar Leeds – Leeds, England
Rockstar London – London, England
Rockstar San Diego – San Diego, California

Awards

has won numerous awards for its games, including:

Game of the Year – Grand Theft Auto III (2001)
Game of the Year – Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (2002)
Game of the Year – Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004)
Game of the Year – Grand Theft Auto IV (2008)
Game of the Year – Red Dead Redemption (2010)
Game of the Year – Grand Theft Auto V (2013)
Game of the Year – Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Who founded ?
A: was founded by brothers Dan and Sam Houser, Terry Donovan, and Jamie King.

Q: What is ‘ most popular game series?
A: ‘ most popular game series is the Grand Theft Auto series.

Q: Is a publicly traded company?
A: No, is a privately held company.

Q: Where is headquartered?
A: is headquartered in New York City.

Q: How many subsidiaries does have?
A: has seven subsidiaries.

References

Grand Theft Auto

Grand Theft Auto (GTA) is a renowned open-world action-adventure video game series created by Rockstar North and published by . The series is known for its controversial and immersive gameplay, which involves criminal activities such as theft, violence, and drug trafficking.

The game is set in various fictional cities inspired by real-world locations, allowing players to explore the urban landscapes on foot or by vehicle. Players assume the role of a criminal protagonist, tasked with completing missions assigned by various criminal organizations. The gameplay mechanics include third-person shooting, driving, and exploration.

GTA has sparked considerable controversy due to its violent content and themes of crime and moral corruption. However, the series has also garnered critical acclaim for its innovative design, detailed environments, and engaging gameplay. It is one of the best-selling video game franchises of all time, with over 370 million copies sold worldwide.

Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V is an open-world action-adventure game developed by Rockstar North and published by . The game is set in the fictional city of Los Santos and its surrounding areas in the fictional state of San Andreas. The game’s main storyline follows three criminals as they plan and execute heists while trying to survive in a corrupt world.

GTA V offers a vast and detailed open world to explore, with a wide range of missions, activities, and side quests. Players can control three playable characters, each with their own unique skills and abilities. The game also features an online multiplayer mode called Grand Theft Auto Online, which allows players to form crews, complete missions, and engage in competitive activities.

Upon its release, Grand Theft Auto V received widespread critical acclaim for its open-world design, story, gameplay, and graphics. It became one of the best-selling video games of all time and has generated over $6 billion in revenue.

GTA V Online

GTA V Online is a multiplayer mode for the 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V. It allows players to create their own characters and join a persistent online world populated by other players. Players can explore the game’s fictionalized Los Santos and Blaine County, engage in various activities, including heists, races, and deathmatches. GTA V Online also features various in-game businesses that players can run, such as nightclubs, warehouses, and motorcycle clubs.

Grand Theft Auto III

Grand Theft Auto III is a 2001 action-adventure game developed by DMA Design and published by . It is the first installment in the Grand Theft Auto III era of the Grand Theft Auto series, and the third main installment overall. Set in the fictional Liberty City, the game follows the story of Claude, a mute criminal who becomes entangled in a world of crime and corruption.

The game’s open-world gameplay allows players to explore Liberty City, complete missions, and engage in a variety of criminal activities. It features a third-person perspective, with players able to drive vehicles, shoot weapons, and interact with NPCs. The game’s story is told through cutscenes and dialogue, and features a cast of characters with distinct personalities and motivations.

Grand Theft Auto III was a critical and commercial success, selling over 14.5 million copies worldwide. It is considered one of the most influential video games of all time, and has been credited with popularizing the open-world genre. It has been praised for its groundbreaking gameplay, immersive world, and satirical humor.

GTA III Mods

GTA III mods are modifications made by the gaming community to alter the gameplay, graphics, and other aspects of the game. These mods can range from simple tweaks to complete overhauls, and can greatly extend the replayability of the game.

Gameplay mods: These mods alter the way the game plays, such as by adding new weapons, vehicles, or characters; changing the physics engine; or adding new missions.
Graphics mods: These mods improve the game’s visuals, such as by adding higher-resolution textures, new lighting effects, or new weather patterns.
Sound mods: These mods change the game’s sound effects, music, or voice acting.
Other mods: These mods cover a wide range of other changes, such as adding new cutscenes, dialog, or game modes.

Some of the most popular GTA III mods include:

GTA Underground: A complete overhaul of the game that adds a new story, new characters, new locations, and new gameplay mechanics.
Liberty City Stories: A prequel to GTA III that follows the story of Toni Cipriani.
Vice City Stories: A prequel to GTA: Vice City that follows the story of Victor Vance.
San Andreas Stories: A prequel to GTA: San Andreas that follows the story of Carl "CJ" Johnson.