Which GTA is Carl in?
Carl "CJ" Johnson is one of the most iconic characters in the Grand Theft Auto series. Created by Rockstar Games, CJ has appeared in two games so far – Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas and… none other!
Main Installments:
Let’s dive into the games where CJ is the playable protagonist:
• Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004) – Set in 1992, the game follows Carl "CJ" Johnson as he returns to Los Santos, a fictionalized version of Los Angeles, to bury his mother, after spending several years living in Liberty City (Grand Theft Auto III’s location).
Where is Carl Not in:
Unlike some of the other beloved GTA characters, CJ isn’t featured in other titles within the series. Some may be curious about CJ’s appearance in other Grand Theft Autos. Here are some examples where CJ does not appear:
• Grand Theft Auto III (2001) – A third-person open-world shooter, CJ’s predecessor in the GTA series, this game doesn’t feature him.
• Grand Theft Auto V (2013) – While some of the protagonists share similarities, CJ isn’t one of them.
CJ’s Absence in Future GTA Titles:
Considering CJ’s pivotal role in GTA: San Andreas, many fans would love to see his return in later titles. Sadly, as the franchise moves forward, we can rule out:
• Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories (2005) – The sequel to Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, focusing on a different protagonist (Toni Cipriani) set in a Liberty City not related to San Andreas.
• Grand Theft Auto: Advance (2005) – An early release for Game Boy Advance, featuring two playable protagonists: Mike (Liberty City) and Toni Cipriani (Liberty City and Las Venturas).
Future of Carl Johnson in GTA:
As for whether we might see Carl in a potential future game or remake:
• Rumors and speculation abound: Many fans want to see a potential comeback of Carl or a related game that would continue the San Andreas story. Nothing is confirmed by Rockstar Games at the moment, though.
• Focus on other games and genres: With new IPs, sequels, and franchises on the horizon, the likelihood of another GTA focusing on CJ remains uncertain.
In summary, CJ Johnson, the protagonist of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, only appears in the aforementioned game. Although his legacy endures among fans, Carl is currently absent from the rest of the GTA series. Maybe someday we’ll see him make a triumphant return or an announcement about an entirely new franchise featuring our beloved protagonist!
Did You Know:
Carl "CJ" Johnson shares similarities with Claude (GTA III) as they both serve as central protagonists. In GTA V, you won’t find CJ’s exact duplicate.
[Sources and References]: Rockstar Games website, GTA Wikipedia page Interviews, online forums