Gamers around the world may not find the Grand Theft Auto franchise a strange name. First released in 1997, the action-adventure title now has 23 years of going strong and shows no sign of stepping down. Players from all generations can easily recognize the unique gameplay and style that scream GTA. For those who seek a nostalgic vibe, check out Grand Theft Auto 3 with our list of cheats for GTA 3 PS4, PS3, and PS2 right here.

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About Grand Theft Auto 3

Grand Theft Auto III was released in 2001 as an action-adventure game developed by DMA Design and published by Rockstar Games. It tells the story of the criminal Claude, who's on his quest for revenge against his girlfriend. She betrayed and left him for dead during a bank robbery, which leaves him entangled in a world of crime, drugs, gangs, and corruption. Players enjoy the game from the third-person perspective, exploring the open-world design on foot or by vehicle.

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GTA 3 was the defining game of the open-world concept

Upon release, GTA III received critical acclaim, praising its concept and gameplay. However, the game also sparked controversy, with criticism directed at its depictions of sex and violence. It became the best-selling video game of 2001 with over 14.5 million copies. Dubbed as one of the defining titles of the sixth generation of video games and a landmark creation in the open-world concept, GTA III is often listed among the greatest video games.

How to Use Cheats for GTA 3 PS4

Being an older game, Grand Theft Auto 3 has that "charming" and nostalgic quality to itself. However, you can still put on a new spin with GTA 3 PS4 cheats. These codes for PlayStation will add another layer of experience to your game. If you were wondering how to activate the codes, here are the four simple steps you need to follow:

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Follow these steps to enable cheats in GTA 3
  • #1 Save your session in a new slot: On a newer gen console like the PS4, cheats in GTA 3 can deactivate Trophies. Plus, some of the cheats are permanent and cannot be deactivated. For this reason, you need to create a new save.
  • #2 Select a code: There are tons of cheat codes for GTA 3 PS4. Pick the ones you want to use the list below.
  • #3 Enter the cheat: To activate your chosen cheat, press the relevant buttons in the correct sequence without pausing the game.
  • #4 Cheats activated: Congratulations, you're now officially a cheater!

GTA 3 Cheats for PS2, PS3, and PS4

Here are all the cheats GTA 3 PS4 as well as older PlayStation consoles (PS2, PS3):

  • Flying cars: RIGHT, R2, CIRCLE, R1, L2, DOWN, L1, R1 - Cars take off from the ground. 
  • NPC carry weapons: R2, R1, TRIANGLE, X, L2, L1, UP, DOWN - All PEDs in the game will carry guns. They're not hostile by default but will shoot back when you fire at them.
  • NPC riot: DOWN, UP, LEFT, UP, X, R1, R2, L2, L1 - PEDs will start attacking each other and the player. Can not be deactivated. 
  • NPC attack: DOWN, UP, LEFT, UP, X, R1, R2, L1, L2 - PEDs will attack players only. Can not be deactivated. 
  • Give all weapons: R2, R2, L1, R2, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP - Grant access to all weapons in the game. 
  • Give $250,000: R2, R2, L1, L1, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP - Get $250,000 cash directly. 
  • Maximum armor: R2, R2, L1, L2, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP - Increase players' armor to the maximum.
  • GTA 3 PS4 health cheat: R2, R2, L1, R1, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP - Replenish players' health.
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Add even more fun to your experience with cheat codes
  • Increase fog: L1, L2, R1, R2, R2, R1, L2, SQUARE - The weather gets slightly foggy.
  • Enhanced fog: L1, L2, R1, R2, R2, R1, L2, CIRCLE - The weather gets moderately foggy. 
  • Maximum fog: L1, L2, R1, R2, R2, R1, L2, X - The weather gets very foggy. 
  • Sunny weather: L1, L2, R1, R2, R2, R1, L2, TRIANGLE - The weather changes to sunny.
  • Decrease wanted level: R2, R2, L1, R2, UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN - Deduct 1 Wanted Star.
  • Increase Wanted Level: R2, R2, L1, R2, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT - Add 1 Wanted Star.
  • Cars auto explode: L2, R2, L1, R1, L2, R2, TRIANGLE, SQUARE, CIRCLE, TRIANGLE, L2, L1 - Any vehicle in the vicinity of the player automatically explodes.
  • Toggle Character Skin: RIGHT, DOWN, LEFT, UP, L1, L2, UP, LEFT, DOWN, RIGHT - Cycle through a selection of character models.
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Get away from the cop with the Wanted Level down cheat
  • Better handling: R1, L1, R2, L1, LEFT, R1, R1, TRIANGLE - Cars are easier to drive.
  • Increase game speed: CIRCLE, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, SQUARE, SQUARE, SQUARE, SQUARE, SQUARE, L1, TRIANGLE, CIRCLE, TRIANGLE
  • Invisible cars: L1, L1, SQUARE, R2, TRIANGLE, L1, TRIANGLE
  • Spawn tank: CIRCLE, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, CIRCLE, R1, L2, L1, TRIANGLE, CIRCLE, TRIANGLE - Spawn a tank right in front of the player.
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Remember to check out the remastered version of GTA 3

Enjoy GTA 3 with Cheats on PS4!

That's everything you need to know about cheats for GTA 3 PS4 and the older gen PlayStation consoles. It's true that Grand Theft Auto 3 belongs to the "senior" end of the spectrum, but it's still a classic title of the open-world game concept. For more guides, tips, and tricks regarding gaming, visit our website at GuruGamer.com.