This time ten years ago, Rockstar's first 3D rendition of the GTA series was keeping PlayStation 2 owners up all night. Grand Theft Auto 3 now seeks to inflict similar insomnia on fondleslab fanatics, after it was released today for iOS and Android.

While controls have been optimised for mobile devices, the game is otherwise unchanged, porting a healthy dose of cop-killing craziness and drive-by drug deals to those on the move.

Priced at three quid, it's a lot of bang for the bus and should keep those with itchy trigger fingers patiently at bay, awaiting the arrival of Grand Theft Auto V.

GTA 3 Mobile can be picked up for £2.99 on both iOS and Android. ®

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