Few game franchises have shaped pop culture like Grand Theft Auto. From its humble beginnings to record-breaking releases, GTA has constantly pushed boundaries - both in gameplay and controversy. But how did Rockstar Games turn an experimental top-down crime sim into a cultural phenomenon? How has each installment evolved the open-world genre? And why does GTA continue to captivate millions despite (or perhaps because of) its many scandals? In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking history of Grand Theft Auto and its lasting impact on gaming and beyond.

00:00 Hi there!

01:35 Foundation of the DMA Studio

05:56 Lemmings

08:36 Race and Chase

09:51 BMG Interactive

12:45 Grand Theft Auto

15:59 Grand Theft Auto 2

18:53 Grand Theft Auto III

22:35 Vice City and San Andreas

25:36 Grand Theft Auto IV

28:36 Grand Theft Auto V

31:41 Conclusion

The episode used quotes from the videos from YouTube channels: BBC Archive.

Author: Rival Abdrakhmanov

Cover: Katya Pavlova

Jingle: Ildar Fattakhov