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GTA 3's Cover Art Had To Be Changed At The Last Minute Due To 9/11

The grid layout Rockstar has used for Grand Theft Auto games since GTA 3 is iconic. It’s as synonymous with the series as shooting people and stealing cars, and it returns once again for GTA 6. That’s why you might be surprised to find out the original concept for GTA 3’s cover art was cobbled together over two evening...

The grid layout Rockstar has used for Grand Theft Auto games since GTA 3 is iconic. It’s as synonymous with the series as shooting people and stealing cars, and it returns once again for GTA 6. That’s why you might be surprised to find out the original concept for GTA 3’s cover art was cobbled together over two evenings to avoid offending anyone after 9/11.

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