Rockstar’s latest update for the GTA Trilogy: Definitive Edition addresses long-standing issues and adds key features that bring back the classic feel of GTA III, GTA Vice City, and GTA San Andreas.
Here’s a breakdown of the most impactful changes found in the latest update of GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition:
1. Run-and-Gun Combat
You can now move while firing heavier weapons like shotguns in GTA III and GTA Vice City. This adds flexibility to combat, allowing players to aim, shoot, and move at the same time.
2. Sandstorms in GTA San Andreas
Sandstorms have been overhauled to be more intense and immersive, making the desert a more visually striking and challenging environment.
3. Volumetric Clouds
High-altitude clouds have returned in San Andreas, adding depth to the sky and making the world feel larger.
4. Improved Character Animations
CJ’s animations, from crouching to drinking soda, have been fixed, eliminating awkward glitches and improving overall character movement.
5. Interactive Punching Bags in San Andreas
Gym punching bags are now responsive, adding interactivity and realism to workouts in GTA San Andreas.
6. Tire Smoke Fix
The tire smoke color has been restored to classic white, a small but noticeable fix for car chases and races.
7. Street Lighting Update
Streetlights now emit a nostalgic amber glow, bringing back the classic PS2-era ambiance, especially noticeable at night.
8. Classic Lighting Mode
This new menu option restores the original lighting, skies, and environment vibes from the PS2 versions, giving each city back its distinctive look and feel.
You can check out this video from INTER for more info and a visual experience of the changes.
With these updates, the GTA Trilogy: Definitive Edition finally captures the classic GTA experience, bringing back key visuals and gameplay features fans loved in the originals. It’s now a better representation of what the trilogy was meant to be, with a stronger sense of atmosphere and smoother gameplay.
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