Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
Release Date: October 27, 2002
Action, TPP, cars, gangster, sandbox, TPS, remasters/remakes, 80s, singleplayer
Steam
A new installment in the bestselling series of action games. The game expands the ideas introduced in the third entry in the franchise, released in 2001. The game was developed by the authors of the previous installments who, after having been bought by the American giant, were transformed into Rockstar North. The game takes place in the 80's in a completely new metropolis called Vice City.
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[1:14] Grand Theft Auto: Vice City launch trailer of 10 year anniversary edition
The main pros of the game
- Nostalgic Value: Many players have fond memories associated with the game, often linking it to their childhood experiences and the 1980s setting.
- Soundtrack: The game is praised for its excellent 80s music, which enhances the immersive experience.
- Atmosphere and Humor: The game's unique setting and humorous elements are appreciated, with some users noting its self-aware parody of the era.
- Voice Acting and Characters: The voice acting, particularly of the main character Tommy Vercetti, is highlighted as a strong point, along with a diverse cast of characters.
- Open World Exploration: Players enjoy the freedom of exploring Vice City, which is described as a sprawling and vibrant world.
The main cons of the game
- Gameplay Mechanics: Many users criticize the controls and mechanics, stating that walking, gunplay, and vehicle handling are poorly executed.
- Mission Design: Some find the missions unengaging and frustrating, describing the gameplay as a chore rather than fun.
- Save System: The save system is noted as cumbersome, requiring players to restart missions from the beginning without weapons or armor.
- Technical Issues: The Steam version is reported to have numerous bugs, leading to a frustrating experience for some players.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Improved Mechanics: Users express a desire for more refined gameplay mechanics, particularly in combat and vehicle control.
- Quality of Life Improvements: Suggestions for a better save system and mission design that allows for smoother gameplay experiences are common.
- Modern Updates: Some players feel that the game could benefit from modern updates or remastering to address its technical issues and enhance gameplay.
Summary
- Overall, while "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City" is celebrated for its nostalgic charm, soundtrack, and atmosphere, it faces criticism for its dated mechanics and technical flaws that hinder the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
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Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Description
Story
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City is another installment of the very popular series of games that tell the story of the criminal underworld. The game expands the ideas introduced in the previous entry in the serious – Grand Theft Auto 3. The game takes place in the eighties in a new metropolis called Vice City. Tommy Vercetti, the main protagonist of the game, is sent there by Sonny Forelli to “take care of” the local gangs, Cuban gangsters and corrupted cops.
Gameplay
The game, similarly to its predecessors, consists of series of missions that combined together create one consistent and non-linear story. The player is tasked with car theft, robberies, murders, delivering valuable packages, planting bombs etc. – actions typical of a criminal. Vice City is a giant and varied metropolis (so-called gate to Southern America and the Caribbean). Here one can find sunny beaches, recreation facilities, crowded city center with skyscrapers, and slums. Various people can be also encountered on the cities of VC, from common Johns to famous politicians.
The player can move through the city in various ways. Few dozen of vehicles can fall into the hands of the player, including some from GTA3 and some completely new – for example Chevrolet Corvette . What’s new is the possibility to use bikes, sport motorboats and helicopters. The player can also select from 30 different weapons, starting with a baseball bat and on sniper rifle and Uzi ending. The game features legendary soundtrack, played by radio stations that broadcast various music genres: rock, pop, techno, jazz and soul.
Last updated on September 19, 2015
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Grand Theft Auto Series
A series of open-world action games, considered one of the most profitable and at the same time controversial in the history of the industry. The fathers of the Grand Theft Auto series are David Jones and Mike Dailly and the DMA Design studio. The publishing rights to the franchise are owned by Take-Two Interactive, and its development is handled by Rockstar Games.
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Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows May 12, 2003
PlayStation 4 December 5, 2015
Android OS December 12, 2012
Apple iOS December 6, 2012
PlayStation 2 October 27, 2002
Xbox November 4, 2003
Developer: Rockstar Games
Publisher: Rockstar Games
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Pentium III 1,2GHz, 256MB RAM, 32MB graphic card, 1.5 GB HDD
PlayStation 2
Uses: memory card 8 MB
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