Right now I am playing Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas and I simply love this spectacular game. It gives you so much freedom to do whatever the f*** you want to do . There is not much you can't do in this game, and the only problem with GTA: SA is the overall graphics but once you start playing you soon forget about the slightly square hands and oddly shaped heads. I was so excited about this blockbuster and was surprised to get it when I did which was at 7:08 P.M. the day it opened. And boy was it worth the money and the long wait. The in-game freedom alone is worth the $52.99 price tag, but...oh yeah...there's a story line too. You play as Carl Johnson, CJ. One day in Liberty City, Carl receives a phone call from his brother Sweet, who tells him that their mother has been murdered. So off to your old stomping grounds in the great state of San Andreas. From there, with the help of excellent voice acting by all the voice-over artists, you are thrown in to a plot with interesting characters, challenging missions, and insane twists. Take your time with this game. Have fun with it. Explore the virtual world that these fine fellows at Rockstar North slaved over for many a month. Take the scenic route. Get in a boat and sail underneath all the bridges in San Andreas, then jump out of the boat and take a swim. Go on murderous rampages with multiple weapons including a flamethrower and chainsaw. Eat a burger, or a piece of chicken, or a slice of pizza. Train at your local gym to build up your stamina and strength. Hell, do whatever you feel like doing. You're in San Andreas, a state you can raise your children. Safely.

Mr. Bogangles' Rating: 9.9

Gamespot's Rating: 9.6