Game Review and Overview
Grand Theft Auto V for the PS3 is an absolute juggernaut of a game, blending over-the-top action, dark humor, and a sprawling open world that feels alive with chaos. Released in 2013, this epic from Rockstar Games redefined what an open-world game could be, delivering a gripping narrative alongside an endless playground of mayhem. Whether you’re here for the story, the heists, or just want to see what happens when you drive a tank down the freeway (spoiler: nothing good), GTA V has got you covered.
At its core, GTA V is about three wildly different criminals whose lives get tangled up in a web of crime, betrayal, and absurdity. There’s Michael, a retired bank robber living in reluctant luxury; Franklin, a street-smart hustler looking to move up in the criminal world; and Trevor, a psychotic wildcard who’s equal parts terrifying and hilarious. Switching between these three protagonists adds a unique layer to the gameplay, letting you experience the gritty, bizarre world of Los Santos from multiple perspectives. It’s like playing three games in one—but with a shared love of chaos.
Speaking of Los Santos, the game’s fictional version of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas is a masterpiece. The city is bustling with life, from the glittering Vinewood Hills to the sketchy alleyways of downtown, while the countryside offers deserts, forests, and even a sprawling mountain to explore. Every street, billboard, and radio ad is dripping with satire, poking fun at modern life in ways that are as clever as they are cutting. It’s not just a game world—it’s a living, breathing character.
The gameplay is as varied as it is thrilling. You’ll plan and execute massive heists, complete high-stakes missions, and engage in all the absurd shenanigans that GTA is famous for. Fancy a break from the main story? There’s no shortage of side activities. Take a yoga class, play tennis, go scuba diving, or just cause as much destruction as you can before the cops inevitably take you down. The possibilities are endless, and the PS3 version does a stellar job of making it all feel smooth and immersive, even on older hardware.
And then there’s GTA Online, which takes the insanity to a whole new level. Create your own character, team up with friends, and unleash chaos in a shared world that feels like a GTA V fever dream. Whether you’re pulling off multiplayer heists, racing through custom tracks, or just goofing around in free roam, the online mode adds limitless replayability to an already massive game.
All in all, Grand Theft Auto V for the PS3 is a tour de force. It’s funny, ambitious, and endlessly entertaining, with a story that keeps you hooked and a world that feels like it’s just waiting to be explored – or destroyed. If you’re looking for a game that lets you live out your wildest (and sometimes dumbest) fantasies, this one’s an absolute must-play. Just don’t blame the game when you find yourself shouting, “It’s not illegal if no one saw it!” in real life.
GTA V Cheats and Hints for PS3
NOTE: Achievements don’t work when using cheats.
| Effect | Code |
|---|---|
| Give Item: Parachute | Left, Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, R2, Left, Left, Right, L1 |
| Give Weapons (Tier 1) | Triangle, R2, Left, L1, X, Right, Triangle, Down, Square, L1, L1, L1 |
| Max Health and Armor | O, L1, Triangle, R2, X, Square, O, Right, Square, L1, L1, L1 |
| Player Cheat: Drunk | Triangle, Right, Right, Left, Right, Square, O, Left |
| Player Cheat: Explosive Melee Attacks | Right, Left, X, Triangle, R1, O, O, O, L2 |
| Player Cheat: Explosive Rounds | Right, Square, X, Left, R1, R2, Left, Right, Right, L1, L1, L1 |
| Player Cheat: Fast Run | Triangle, Left, Right, Right, L2, L1, Square |
| Player Cheat: Fast Swim | Left, Left, L1, Right, Right, R2, Left, L2, Right |
| Player Cheat: Flame Rounds | L1, R1, Square, R1, Left, R2, R1, Left, Square, Right, L1, L1 |
| Player Cheat: Invincibility (Lasts for 5 minutes) | Right, X, Right, Left, Right, R1, Right, Left, X, Triangle |
| Player Cheat: Recharge Special Ability | X, X, Square, R1, L1, X, Right, Left, X |
| Player Cheat: Skyfall | L1, L2, R1, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right |
| Player Cheat: Super Jump | L2, L2, Square, O, O, L2, Square, Square, Left, Right, X |
| Player Cheat: Wanted Level – Lower | R1, R1, O, R2, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left |
| Player Cheat: Wanted Level – Raise | R1, R1, O, R2, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right |
| Spawn Vehicle: BMX | Left, Left, Right, Right, Left, Right, Square, Circle, Triangle, R1, R2 |
| Spawn Vehicle: Buzzard | O, O, L1, O, O, O, L1, L2, R1, Triangle, O, Triangle |
| Spawn Vehicle: Caddy | O, L1, Left, R1, L2, X, R1, L1, O, X |
| Spawn Vehicle: Comet | R1, O, R2, Right, L1, L2, X, X, Square, R1 |
| Spawn Vehicle: Duster | Right ,Left, R1, R1, R1, Left, Triangle, Triangle, X, O, L1, L1 |
| Spawn Vehicle: Limo | R2, Right, L2, Left, Left, R1, L1, O, Right |
| Spawn Vehicle: PCJ-600 | R1, Right, Left, Right, R2, Left, Right, Square, Right, L2, L1, L1 |
| Spawn Vehicle: Rapid GT | R2, L1, O, Right, L1, R1, Right, Left, O, R2 |
| Spawn Vehicle: Sanchez | O, X, L1, O, O, L1, O, R1, R2, L2, L1, L1 |
| Spawn Vehicle: Stunt Plane | O, Right, L1, L2, Left, R1, L1, L1, Left, Left, X, Triangle |
| Spawn Vehicle: Trashmaster | O, R1, O, R1, Left, Left, R1, L1, O, Right |
| World Cheat: Change Weather | R2, X, L1, L1, L2, L2, L2, Square |
| World Cheat: Moon Gravity* | Left, Left, L1, R1, L1, Right, Left, L1, Left |
| World Cheat: Slippery Streets | Triangle, R1, R1, Left, R1, L1, R2, L1 |
| World Cheat: Slow Motion | Triangle, Left, Right, Right, Square, R2, R1 |