Can I Run Grand Theft Auto III?

Last updated: 20 November 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run Grand Theft Auto III? On this page you will find Grand Theft Auto III system requirements for PC (Windows). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

Test your PC to see if it will run Grand Theft Auto III or check system requirement details for CPU, operating system, graphics and sound cards, required disk space and more for each of the supported platforms.

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Can I run it: Grand Theft Auto III

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Can my PC run Grand Theft Auto III?

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  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s CPU name will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Processor’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. In the opened menu click on ‘Device Manager’
  3. In ‘Device Manager’ click on the arrow next to ‘Display adapters’
  4. Under the drop-down, you will see the GPU that your computer is using

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s RAM will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Installed RAM’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. You can see if Windows is 64 or 32 bit under ‘System type’
  4. You can see Windows version under ‘Windows edition’

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Grand Theft Auto III Windows Requirements

Grand Theft Auto III system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
Microsoft Windows 2000/XP
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
128 MB
Graphics
Graphics
32 MB Direct3D Video Card
DirectX
DirectX
Microsoft DirectX 8.1
Storage
Storage
500 MB uncompressed free hard disk space
Sound Card
Sound Card
Fully DirectX compatible Sound Card

Grand Theft Auto III minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Microsoft Windows 2000/XP operating system. Your processor should be 700 MHz CPU or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 128 MB. As for a graphics card, it should be 32 MB Direct3D Video Card. You also have to have 500 MB uncompressed free hard disk space free disk space to install the game.

Game Details

Welcome to Liberty City. Where it all began. With stellar voice acting, a darkly comic storyline, a stunning soundtrack and revolutionary open-world gameplay, Grand Theft Auto III is the game that defined the open world genre for a generation.

Release date
6 January, 2021
OpenCritic Score
0.00/100
Category
Single-player
Genre
Action
Supported languages
English*, French, German, Italian, Spanish - Spain
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Rockstar Games
Publisher
Rockstar Games
Official website
rockstargames.com
Support website
support.rockstargames.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Grand Theft Auto III?

You would be able to run Grand Theft Auto III on your PC if it meets minimum requirements below. You can also use our free test tool to check it!

Minimum requirements for Windows are:

  • OS: Microsoft Windows 2000/XP
  • Processor: 700 MHz CPU
  • Memory: 128 MB
  • Graphics: 32 MB Direct3D Video Card
  • DirectX: Microsoft DirectX 8.1
  • Storage: 500 MB uncompressed free hard disk space
  • Sound Card: Fully DirectX compatible Sound Card

How much RAM does Grand Theft Auto III need?

You need at least 128 MB of RAM to run Grand Theft Auto III on PC.

What processor do I need for Grand Theft Auto III?

700 MHz CPU is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Grand Theft Auto III.

How many GB is Grand Theft Auto III?

At least 500 MB uncompressed free hard disk space of disk space is required to install Grand Theft Auto III on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for Grand Theft Auto III?

You need 32 MB Direct3D Video Card or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play Grand Theft Auto III?

Microsoft Windows 2000/XP or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run Grand Theft Auto III?

Microsoft DirectX 8.1 or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run Grand Theft Auto III on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is Grand Theft Auto III release date?

Grand Theft Auto III release date is 6 January, 2021.

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