The folks at
Guinness World Records think that Rock Star may have another record breaker on its hands.
GWR is closely watching the sales from the initial release of GTA IV and anticipating some record breaking numbers (although a specific record wasn't specified). Past GTA series have also found a place in the record books with titles like "first full 'sandbox' game", "Biggest selling game of 2001", "Best-selling PSP game of all time", and "Largest in game sound track" to name some. However I do think there is one title that
GWR might have over looked. "Most likely found in a bargain bin". You could build your own house out of used copies of Grand Theft Auto III.
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDSTM EYES RELEASE OF UPCOMING
"GRAND THEFT AUTO IV" AS A POTENTIAL RECORD BREAKING GIANT
As part of its continued interest in chronicling the world of video game achievements and accomplishments, Guinness World RecordsTM will be closely watching the release of Grand Theft Auto IV as a potential record-breaking phenomenon. Easily one of the most anticipated games of the year and biggest releases in the entertainment industry, the GTA franchise is no stranger to the famed pages of Guinness World Records. Ever since the franchise released its first third-person game with Grand Theft Auto III, the series has been racking up record after record.
First Full "Sandbox" Action-Adventure- GTA III
Biggest Selling Game of 2001- GTA III
Biggest Selling Game of 2002- GTA: Vice City
Best-selling Playstation 2 game of all time- GTA: Vice City
Best-selling PSP game of all time- GTA: Liberty City Stories
Largest in-game soundtrack- GTA: San Andreas
Largest Voice Cast in a video game- GTA: San Andreas
Most Guest Stars In A Video Game Series- Grand Theft Auto Franchise
With fans counting down the hours to GTA IV's debut, it will only be a matter of time until a new record is added to that impressive list.
For more information on these and other exciting video game records, pick up the inaugural, Guinness World Records: Gamer's Edition 2008, in stores now.
