IN BRIEF
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Ah, Grand Theft Auto San Andreas! This iconic game that has captured the hearts of gamers around the world. But be careful, behind its flamboyant appearance, a burning question remains unanswered: why did San Andreas decide to ignore the iconic trash that happily floated through the streets of GTA 3? Prepare to dive into a thrilling investigation and discover the shocking truth behind this bold choice. Buckle up, because you’re about to explore behind the scenes of one of the most iconic games in history!
Details that make the difference
When we think of GTA 3, it is impossible not to mention the technical challenge represented by the inclusion of animated waste blown by the wind. A small touch of realism, certainly, but which raised questions about its absence in San Andreas.
Rockstar’s technical choices
A former Rockstar developer, Obbe Vermeij, recently shed light on this mystery. Contrary to GTA 3, the team of San Andreas had reservations about the integration of this functionality, mainly due to concerns about performance.
A debate within the team
Vermeij admitted to trying to convince his colleagues to keep the animated waste. However, he ultimately lost the argument. This debate results in the erasure of a small detail which contributed to the immersive experience of GTA 3.
An overview of alternatives
GTA 3 | GTA San Andreas |
Presence of animated waste | No moving waste |
Realistic details enhancing immersion | Improved graphics, but less detail |
Limited but exploited technology | Advanced technology with compromises |
Flexibility of environments | Defined environments, less variability |
The reasons for this choice
- Concerns about performance of the graphics engine.
- Efforts to optimize yield of the game.
- Decision to focus on others immersive elements.
- Saving resources on judged details non-essential.
- Past experiences rendering difficult with animated objects.
FAQs
Why was animated trash removed from San Andreas? Due to technical concerns regarding performance and debates within the development team.
Was animated trash a popular feature in GTA 3? Yes, they brought additional realism to the gaming environment and were praised for their innovation.
Were any other realistic elements omitted from San Andreas? There were other deliberate choices to favor optimization and fluidity of the game, sometimes to the detriment of realistic details.
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