171 vs Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. 171 is $49.54 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | 171 | Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 47 | 49 |
| Quality | 62 | 57 |
| Value | 45 | 42 |
| Popularity | 29 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $10.45 | $59.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 74.6% positive | 65.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 15 | 151 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition
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Details and requirements
| Item | 171 | Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 17, 2022 | January 19, 2023 |
| Developers | Betagames Group | Rockstar Games |
| Publishers | Betagames Group | Rockstar Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64 Bits | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 9400f / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | Intel® Core™ i7-6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX 1070 8GB / AMD RX 590 8GB | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 4GB / AMD Radeon RX 570 4GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 17 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: 171 or Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition?
Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition won the comparison against 171 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is 171 worth buying over Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition?
Based on the metrics, Grand Theft Auto III – The Definitive Edition won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. 171 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:35 PM UTC