VMU corruption. The homebrew engine sometimes writes bad save headers. Fix: Remove your VMU, launch the game, and reinsert it after the loading screen.
Officially, it never happened. Rockstar Games’ revolutionary open-world crime epic was exclusive to the PlayStation 2, PC, and later the Xbox. However, thanks to a dedicated group of homebrew developers and engine wizards, searching for the has become a legendary quest for retro enthusiasts.
Last updated: 2026 – No change in official status; Dreamcast homebrew has not produced a working GTA III port.
As of early 2026, the port has transitioned from early alpha to more stable releases, including a beta phase.