GTA4

Grand Theft Auto IV, often abbreviated as GTA IV, is an action-adventure video game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. Released in 2008, it is the ninth installment in the Grand Theft Auto series and the first to be developed for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 video game consoles. The game is set in Liberty City, a fictionalized version of New York City, and follows the story of Niko Bellic, a Serbian war veteran who immigrates to the United States seeking a better life and to escape his past.

GTA IV features an open-world environment that players can freely explore. The gameplay mechanics include driving a variety of vehicles, engaging in shootouts, and completing missions that advance the narrative. A key innovation in GTA IV was its improved physics engine, which allowed for more realistic character movement and vehicle handling. The game also introduced a "wanted level" system that dictates the intensity of law enforcement pursuit based on the player's actions.

The story of Niko Bellic is one of ambition, betrayal, and the dark side of the American Dream. As Niko gets entangled with organized crime, he encounters a cast of memorable characters, each with their own motivations and secrets. The game explores themes of immigration, corruption, and the moral compromises individuals make to survive.

Grand Theft Auto IV received critical acclaim upon release for its mature storytelling, detailed open world, and advanced gameplay mechanics. It was a commercial success, selling millions of copies worldwide. The game also spawned two downloadable episodic expansions, "The Lost and Damned" and "The Ballad of Gay Tony," which explore different facets of Liberty City's criminal underworld.