Capcom to publish GTA3 in Japan

[bahn]

Rockstar Games has announced a partnership with Capcom Co., Ltd to localize, publish and distribute the blockbuster title Grand Theft Auto 3 for the PS2 and PC in Japan

"We are extremely excited to have the opportunity to bring Grand Theft Auto 3 to the Japanese gaming public," stated Sam Houser, President of Rockstar Games. "We at Rockstar Games have great respect for Japan's passionate gaming community and admire its celebrated video game history. We have always felt that the freedom, non-linearity and gameplay mechanics explored in the Grand Theft Auto series possessed a universal allure that would appeal to gamers worldwide and clearly, Capcom shares the same beliefs. We look forward to working with them to extend the global reach of our best-selling franchise."

"It is an honor to partner with Rockstar Games to release Grand Theft Auto 3 in Japan," stated Kenzo Tsujimoto, President and CEO of Capcom Co., Ltd. "The Grand Theft Auto franchise changed the way video games are played and perceived with its groundbreaking gameplay, amazing production values and unparalleled sense of style. Now, the Japanese gaming community will finally have the opportunity to experience the Grand Theft Auto phenomenon firsthand. The release of Grand Theft Auto 3 is sure to be a landmark event in the Japanese gaming market."

<i>Grand Theft Auto 3</i> is scheduled for release in the Japanese market in Fall 2003.

[cka]

SUPER HAPPY STEAL OF AUTOMOBILE GRAND VERSION OF THREE!!!

[Tain]

No Vice City yet, eh?

[Shine]

Originally posted by cka
SUPER HAPPY STEAL OF AUTOMOBILE GRAND VERSION OF THREE!!!

To be followed by SUPER HAPPY STEAL OF AUTOMOBILE GRAND ULTRA MEGA TURBO EDITION THE NEW WORLD SYNDICATE CHALLANGERS VERSION OF THREE POINT FIVE.

[James]

Er... wait. Wasn't this announced something like two months ago? I'd swear this is recycled news...

James

[Master]

Local localize???

(I'm just bustin' yer chops. Don't worry, I like the cut of yer jib)

[Jeremy]

James, this is a new press release.

[James]

It may be a new press release but I could have sworn this information was already known. Kind of like those "Company releases Game" press releases that happen two weeks after the game has been cluttering up store shelves.

James

[bahn]

...what's your point?