Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (PlayStation 2, 2004)

San Andreas tops all previous version, firstly because of the sheer scope of the game, it is at least 4 times the size of GTA3 & Vice City, and includes massive areas of countryside.

The Plot is also the best yet, set in 1992 it owes a lot to great 90's films like Boyz N the Hood. The soundtrack though is amazing, I know Vice City had more diverse music, but if you like early 90's hip-hop, check out Radio Los Santos, it just plays classic after classic.

The only minor problems with San Andreas are the targeting system, and the combat options in general, which are still a little limited. The missions are also a little monotonous at times, but there are so many distractions it doesn't matter, you can take time out to have a bet on the horses, or go on a killing spree in a redneck village, you can do pretty much anything. Replay value is limited, but you'll get so much life out of it playing through the first time, it really doesn't matter. I can't wait too see how they top the scale of this game on the next GTA game.

Also, this game is obviously for adults only. Use common sense, if too many kids get these games and cannot handle them then these games will stop being made. HAVE FUN, BE RESPONSIBLE!