How to play the Grand Theft Auto games in order
5 games have been released in the Grand Theft Auto series so far (2002-2013).
The list below puts the games in release order, oldest first. For newcomers this is the safest route: You play the story and the gameplay the way the series grew. Each game's page has the details if you want to plan your own path.
Grand Theft Auto games in release order
On the way
Frequently asked questions
How many games are in the Grand Theft Auto series?
The Grand Theft Auto series has 6 games in total: 5 released and 1 on the way.
What is the first Grand Theft Auto game?
The first game in the series is Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, released in 2002.
What is the newest Grand Theft Auto game?
The most recent release is Grand Theft Auto Online (2013).
In what order should I play the Grand Theft Auto games?
The recommended order is release order: Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (2002), Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004), Grand Theft Auto 4 (2008), Grand Theft Auto 5 (2013), Grand Theft Auto Online (2013).