Released in 2004, GTA: San Andreas is an action-adventure game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. The game takes place in the fictional state of San Andreas, based on California in the early 1990s. Players assume the role of Carl "CJ" Johnson, who returns to his hometown of Los Santos after a five-year absence. The game's vast open world, rich storyline, and variety of gameplay mechanics have made it a beloved classic.
