GTA3 Rulez - yep there are other excellent games out there (MGS2, etc.), but GTA3 is definitely in a class of its own. I\'m not sure sometimes how people can compare different games. Each game, in my opinion, has its own merits. MGS2, for example, has awesome graphics (how\'s that Harrier Jet?), but the gaming is restricted and rigid.
GTA3, on the other hand, allows you the freedom to just shoot pedestrians, do missions, play taxi, cop, medic and fireman, all at your own leisure. Sure the graphics sometimes go haywire - but hey, maybe its not always all about the graphics!
Take GT3 A-SPEC, awesome game, fantastic sound track, but how long can one spend racing around in a car????
My conclusion is: folks, play it and have fun!!!