Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is an action-adventure game developed by Rockstar North for the PlayStation 2, released in 2004. Players assume the role of Carl Johnson, who returns to Los Santos after his mother's murder. As he navigates a narrative of crime and corruption, he works to reclaim his family’s honor and control the streets of San Andreas, a state inspired by California and Nevada.
Returning after his mother's murder to the semi-fictional city of Los Santos (based on Los Angeles), Carl Johnson, a former gang banger, must take back the streets for his family and friends by gaining respect and once again gaining control over the streets. However, a story filled with crime, lies and corruption will lead him to trudge the entire state of San Andreas (based on California and Nevada) to rebuild his life.