Grand Theft Auto III
DMA Design began the series in 1997, with the release of the "Grand Theft Auto". , the series consists of seven standalone titles and four expansion packs. The third main title, "Grand Theft Auto III", released in 2001, is considered a landmark game, as it brought the series to a three-dimensional (3D) setting and more immersive experience. Subsequent titles have followed and built upon the concept established in "Grand Theft Auto III", and received significant acclaim. They have influenced other open-world action games, and led to the label "Grand Theft Auto" clone on similar titles.