5 best PS3 games to play while waiting for GTA 6

The gaming world eagerly waits for the fall 2026 release of Grand Theft Auto 6, and the game is going to be arguably the biggest release in history. Until then, there is considerable time, allowing you to visit the different eras of gaming, such as the PlayStation 3 (PS3) era.
The PS3 had several wonderful games, ranging from open-world titles to shooters. If you are looking forward to playing PS3 games while waiting for GTA 6, here is a list of the best ones that you can try out.

Best PS3 games to play while waiting for GTA 6

1. Grand Theft Auto IV

GTA 4 is set in the dark and cynical Liberty City, and you essentially play as Niko Bellic, an Eastern European immigrant searching for the "American Dream." The game features a grounded narrative, with many fans arguing that it is the series’s best release.
Besides the wonderful storyline, GTA 4 also has an advanced physics engine, and its car handling offers a pretty realistic experience. Accordingly, you must surely try playing the title.

2. Red Dead Redemption

Red Dead Redemption is often described as "GTA with horses," and this 1911 Western epic is truly a masterpiece that you must try out. RDR offers you a fantastic atmosphere, alongside gritty storytelling.
You are basically playing as John Marston and are tasked to hunt down your former gang members. Its beautiful landscapes and tragic narrative are a perfect example of Rockstar's world-building ability.

3. Sleeping Dogs

Sleeping Dogs is believed to be one of the best GTA-like games ever made. The title takes place in a vibrant Hong Kong, with you playing as Wei Shen, who is an undercover cop infiltrating the Triads.
The game doesn’t feature heavy gunplay, but is instead known for its martial arts combat and action hijacks, where you leap between moving vehicles. All of this makes it a wonderful PS3 game that you can play.

4. Mafia II

If you prefer crime stories with a cinematic story, Mafia 2 will probably be the best game that you can play on PS3. The game takes place in Empire Bay during the 1940s and 50s, and you take control of Vito Scaletta, a war veteran who climbs the ranks of the Italian mob.
Although the game might be open-world, it follows a linear and chapter-based story, which will immerse you completely. The overall experience of Mafia 2 makes it better than most titles on PS3.

5. Saints Row: The Third

Saints Row is known for its pure and unadulterated chaos, making it an overall fun game to enjoy on the PlayStation 3. The Third is particularly the pinnacle of the series, and it features a lot of absurd things that you will love.
You can essentially do things like skydiving out of tanks, using satellite-targeted airstrikes on street gangs, and more. Accordingly, you can play the game on your PS3 as you wait for GTA 6 to release in 2026.



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