Best Rockstar Games That Aren’t GTA

Ready for a trip down memory lane? We have here a list of the best Rockstar Games that will definitely make you nostalgic for the years passed. At least one of these games must have had an impact on you in your teenage years. Rockstar Games doesn’t play around when it comes to making games. They know what they’re doing and they make sure to DELIVER. Check out these classic games which still stay relevant and playable to this date. 

Max Payne 3

Step into the shoes of Max, an ex-cop who is addicted to painkillers. His loved ones were taken away from him years ago. These are the wounds he aims to take revenge for. He ends up taking a job in Brazile where he protects a wealthy family of a real estate mogul, Rodrigo Bronco. He takes this job to escape his past and finally move on with his life. However, some events that take place in Brazil go out of control which leads him to search deeper into his past. As he ventures on, he finds some troubling facts about the truth and answers to his questions. Fight a way out with him. 

This game was released on 15th May 2012. More than a decade ago but still supports amazing features that were legendary then and now. Truly a genius game. You must check it out. 

The game supports cutting-edge graphics and shooting mechanics. This game was one of the most successful in its time. The precision of gunplay and true-to-life movements is what makes this game different. Max Payne 3 has an incredible story waiting for you to unravel and fall deep into. 

Platforms Available On: 

  • Xbox 360 
  • PlayStation 3
  • Windows

Bully 

Transport to your high school again with these kids. Play as Jimmy Hopkins, dominate the halls of Bullworth Academy. You will be a mischievous teenager who has to navigate the obstacles. Stand up to your bullies and play pranks. Basically, a crazy class clown who outsmarts the teachers even. You just need to survive your school year. The concept of this game was unheard of upon its release. It still remains one of the most innovative game storylines. It’s games like these that remind us of the simpler and better times. 

The game was released in the first quarter of 2008 on 8th March 2008. One of the better games Rockstar had come out with. We are desperately waiting for more innovative titles by the developers at Rockstar. You can check the latest scholarship edition of the game as well.

Platforms Available On: 

  • PlayStation 2 
  • PlayStation 3
  • PlayStation 4
  • Mobile Gaming
  • Windows
  • MAC
  • Xbox 360

Manhunt 1

A blast from our past. Manhunt! To be honest, I was probably 1 when this game was released. However, I remember learning about this game several years ago. This game was an adrenaline rush. Cash is dead. You need to get your life back on track when they give you your life back. However, they will still be after you. You need to outrun the team of manhunters waiting to put your head on a stick. Manhunt is a truly brutal game, a blood bath. Only check it out if you have the guts. 

The game was released on the 20th of April 2004. The game is rated Adult because some of the content could be viewed as not appropriate for certain ages. You have got to check it out if you are a fan of adrenaline rushes and fighting for your survival in a game. 

Platforms Available On: 

  • PlayStation 2
  • PlayStation 4 
  • Xbox
  • Xbox One
  • PlayStation 3 
  • Windows

Red Dead Redemption 

Hey, John Marston. Fancy seeing you here. Marston is a former outlaw who is threatened by some deadly criminals. This forces him to hunt down these people whom he once called friends. Experience the West and Northern Mexico with an interactive environment. The game sucks you into the world of John. The game is presented to you in a third-person perspective. You can play this game with your best friends on a quest to seek the gang members and bring them to justice. However, your biggest aim is to save your wife and son. Red Dead Redemption follows a morality-based system that affects the players’ choices and how their future turns out. 

The game is best known for its environment, the weaponry, the gorgeous wildlife, the hunting, and the honor you get. It was released on 18 May 2010. However, it has recently been released on Windows as well. It’s a true visual adventure with some gorgeous visuals and a well-thought-out storyline. There is a sequel to this game which was released after a while since the first one’s debut. There were also some new features released recently that enhance the gamer’s experience with better resolution and stunning graphics. 

Platforms Available On: 

  • Windows 
  • Nintendo Switch 
  • PlayStation 4 
  • Xbox

Red Dead Redemption 2 

Welcome back. Travel back in time to the America of 1899. This game will have you on horseback as an outlaw. Trust us, this is the least interesting part of the game. On its initial release, the game was one of the most famous games. You will be transported to the world where the Wild West era is ending. The problem starts when a robbery goes wrong and Arthur Morgan and the gang that raised him are supposed to leave. The Van Der Linde gang is one of the most notorious outlaw gang the nation has ever seen.

It’s basically a story of loyalty, survival, and even betrayal. Try to escape the law, bounty hunters, and other threats that are closing in on you. As Arthur, you will have a lot on the line to protect.

One of the best soundtracks, this game had exceeded the expectations of all critics and gamers. The weaponry, the gang, and the gameplay were some of the best. Red Dead Redemption 2 will always be a classic game that you can go back to any time, and it won’t disappoint you. 

Platforms Available On: 

  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One 
  • Windows

L.A. Noire 

While the city of Angels, LA is in its post-war boom and celebrating Hollywood’s Golden Age, Cole Phelps will be an LAPD detective thrown into the city. The city will disappoint him at first and slowly but surely drown him in his own success. After all, every high has to experience a low. Corruption is increasing the drug trade has expanded exponentially in the past few years, and murderers roam the streets. What’s your solution? Always choose to do right even if you are prohibited from climbing the ranks instead of being a dirty police officer. 

In this story, you will battle the underworld, get into numerous fights and you must find the truth about the racket of conspiracies. Unravel the truth about the arsonists and the L.A. underworld. L.A. Noire was released on 17 May 2011. For its time, the game used a revolutionary animation that captured all the emotions on the faces of the characters in the game. Bring the city of Angels back to life and destroy its rotten core. Each detail of this story was thought out in detail. 

Platforms Available On: 

  • Nintendo Switch 
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • PlayStation 3
  • Xbox 360
  • Windows

 

Midnight Club Los Angeles

This game is quite old and you might not be aware of it. However, it’s one of the gems that Rockstar Games came out in the early 2000s. Midnight Club Los Angeles is a racing game where you need to race to win. You can race some breaknecks of LA in one of the best-tuned cars of the century. The cars range between American Muscle and some exotic numbers too. The city of LA in this game is constructed beautifully. You can even customize your vehicle to make it a winning machine. Are you ready for some illegal street racing? 

We are truly taken back to the Fast and Furious days. I always wanted to play a game where I could illegally race cars on the street. There were no rules in this game and even, no load times. You could get into it ASAP. The game was first released on 21 October 2008. However, this game is not playable anymore because it does support some features that are now outdated. Some features are taken off some of the consoles which aren’t accessible now. Nonetheless, there are some other rocking titles by Rockstar Games that you can check out.

Platforms Available On: 

  • Xbox 360
  • PlayStation 3
  • PSP

Summary

The games pretty much made up our entire childhood and even teenage years. These titles will never be forgotten by us. The nostalgia and old-school vibes these games exude can never be matched with anything else. Except for the GTA games, these titles were one of the most popular titles released by Rockstar Games. You should definitely stay tuned for more updates about these games on our site

Which one’s your favorite? Drop a comment below. 

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