Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 387 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 308 out of 387
  2. Mixed: 37 out of 387
  3. Negative: 42 out of 387
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  1. PhoneTheo
    Sep 1, 2023
    0
    very. Good. Game. Wow
  2. zexred
    Aug 12, 2023
    9
    Best GTA .. better than IV or V also the best Nintendo DS games ever made to be real
  3. Yojimbo2015
    May 27, 2023
    9
    GTA returns to its roots with an overhead view as you step into the shoes of a wannabe Triad. Cool cel-shaded cut scenes, plenty of humour and its stripped down gameplay suits the hand held format to a tee. As usual, the PSP version has better graphics thanks to its larger screen but the creative use of the touch screen plays to the strengths of the DS. Great stuff.
  4. Zekester2097
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    While certainly limited by the DS's hardware, Rockstar really squeezed out every ounce of power in the handheld with this title. This is essentially a mini-GTAIV with GTA3-ish top-down graphics (and a new story). Though that's not a bad thing at all. This truly is a GTA title, even on a handheld. Would definitely recommend making this a part of your DS library. (This is also one of fewWhile certainly limited by the DS's hardware, Rockstar really squeezed out every ounce of power in the handheld with this title. This is essentially a mini-GTAIV with GTA3-ish top-down graphics (and a new story). Though that's not a bad thing at all. This truly is a GTA title, even on a handheld. Would definitely recommend making this a part of your DS library. (This is also one of few Rated M titles on the DS)… Expand
  5. Lec
    Jun 7, 2022
    9
    El mejor juego de NDS.
    Una historia solida y una ciudad viva, GTA Chinatown wars en una de las mejores entregas de la franquicia. Volviendo a la vista cenital de los juegos originales, chinatown wars no pone un gran gameplay y gunplay divertidos, con los mejores minijuegos de la franquicia como la venta de drogas, poder realizar tatuajes y gastar todos nuestros ahorros en rascas. una    El mejor juego de NDS.
    Una historia solida y una ciudad viva, GTA Chinatown wars en una de las mejores entregas de la franquicia. Volviendo a la vista cenital de los juegos originales, chinatown wars no pone un gran gameplay y gunplay divertidos, con los mejores minijuegos de la franquicia como la venta de drogas, poder realizar tatuajes y gastar todos nuestros ahorros en rascas. una nueva cara de gta se muestra en este gran videojuego    … Expand
  6. Sva4ds
    May 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game on Nintendo ds. I played it not only on ds but also on psp. I advise you to download it to everyone who has a nintendo ds… Expand
  7. MichaelWindmark
    May 11, 2022
    10
    I don't play violence games, because I always think they have a bad effect on mind. I saw CSGO, Fortnite, GTA IV and several other Violence games and did not play them, none of them was not enough for breaking rules. But this game is worth to that. I played it more than 100 hours, and I still am playing it. Forget Ds, it is far the best Handheld game at its category.
  8. PandaBass
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    Probably the best NDS game of all time. The main story is pretty awesome, it's fun to mess around in the sandbox world and the game has a surprising amount of mechanics. You can be a drugs dealer, be a police catching criminals, do random mini games and of course buy a ton of houses.

    10/10
  9. Kinsnius
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Muy genial juego que logre disfrutar en una Nintendo DS como en su de PSP, al principio no me gustaba pero al ir jugando me di cuenta que este juego tenia cosas muy buenas, la historia esta buena, los gráficos están perfectos para una Ds, Psp, Movil, las misiones son entretenidas.

    Solo diré que si nunca lo jugaste te lo recomiendo jugar, no te arrepentirás
  10. Hikayeci
    Jan 28, 2022
    10
    İndirirken hiç umudum yoktu fakat yüzümü kara çıkardı. Kendi türünün en iyisi diyebilirim. Çok iyi, Bu tarz kamera açısı falan hoşuna giden insanların kesinlikle aşık olacağı türden. Bu tarzda sevenlere kesinlikle şiddetle öneririm.
  11. jotavale22
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Me gusto bastante el juego, tiene cosas que incluso los gta en 3D no tienen, el juego se ve bien para una NDS ademas de que las mecanicas estan bien pulidas, la camaea se justifica con las limitantes tecnicas de la consola pero aun asi esta bien, la variedad de armas y autos tambien esta bien, recordemos que gta nacio en 2D y esta seria una version definitiva de los gta en 2D o unaMe gusto bastante el juego, tiene cosas que incluso los gta en 3D no tienen, el juego se ve bien para una NDS ademas de que las mecanicas estan bien pulidas, la camaea se justifica con las limitantes tecnicas de la consola pero aun asi esta bien, la variedad de armas y autos tambien esta bien, recordemos que gta nacio en 2D y esta seria una version definitiva de los gta en 2D o una comvinacion entre 3D y 2D… Expand
  12. Parkerx87
    Oct 17, 2021
    9
    One of the best GTA i have ever played, amazing visuals and outstanding gameplay.
  13. Tobbis123
    Jan 11, 2021
    8
    GTA: Chinatown Wars, while not a full-on recreation of the originals, is a rather fun and violent diversion from the traditional DS library. Highly recommended for people who are a fan of the first two games in the GTA library and anyone who like arcade-style games in general.
  14. YeestMcFouster
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is a great game to play while taking a **** I like to play in the nude using my penis as a stylus. I like selling drugs for good money, and Chinatown Wars will turn you into a drug dealer expert. The combat is good, and so is the driving, this is the only GTA title where you can cause police cars to crash and lower your wanted level, that's right, crashingGrand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is a great game to play while taking a **** I like to play in the nude using my penis as a stylus. I like selling drugs for good money, and Chinatown Wars will turn you into a drug dealer expert. The combat is good, and so is the driving, this is the only GTA title where you can cause police cars to crash and lower your wanted level, that's right, crashing cop cars diminishes those wanted stars. The missions are nice and short, so playing in short bursts or while, again, taking a **** is quick and fun. Final verdict? 10/10… Expand
  15. jakkebak
    Dec 9, 2020
    9
    This game is near perfection, I love to do scratch cards in this game and win a house. It is a big open world game on the Nintendo Ds and I think that's incredible!
  16. storygamer
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is probably the best game on the DS. Rockstar created a perfectly balanced game with perfect use of the two screens of the DS. The gameplay is arcady and the story and graphics are stunning. Incredibly intense experience!
  17. Teaman
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    Must-play game with tons of contents to play with. It is as good as the other GTA series.
  18. Christo8
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    gta chinatown wars is a funny game , a master pice of rockstar , thanks for raise the gta in 2-D
  19. carljohnson100
    Jan 10, 2020
    8
    GTA CW = GTA Chinatown wars

    So, friend you are talking about GTA SA which is considered the best GTA game even better than GTA v, it is a 3d game whereas GTA CW is 2.5d game at least I consider it though people consider it 2d game like classic games but it has better 2d.

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  20. Maui_Fizz
    Jan 7, 2020
    7
    I'll give this game a 7.5. The story increases twists gradually as you progress. The gameplay is better than any sandbox game in such a portable console like ds. The missions are unique. It also has some flaws. The complexity of the game increases.
  21. LuisAntonio
    Apr 14, 2019
    9
    One of the best DS games, but I have to admit that many nintendo gamers don`t appreciate it. This game has a lot of fun. It is easy to play, but if you want to master it, then you have to make a lot of effort . The graphics are fine, but the game play is excellent. The music could have been better.
  22. Kross466
    Dec 19, 2018
    9
    Just one of the best Grand Theft Auto games, Chinatown Wars to NDS innovated a lot in the Gameplay that uses the touchscreen to many functions but not forcing it. The cutscenes has good retro styles and good lines and it's simple to understand the story. The story at itself is good and interactive with the touchscreen.
    In my opinion, the best version of GTA: Chinatown Wars is for DS    Just one of the best Grand Theft Auto games, Chinatown Wars to NDS innovated a lot in the Gameplay that uses the touchscreen to many functions but not forcing it. The cutscenes has good retro styles and good lines and it's simple to understand the story. The story at itself is good and interactive with the touchscreen.
    In my opinion, the best version of GTA: Chinatown Wars is for DS because the gameplay with the touchscreen that I have already talked about. You HAVE TO play that game, you'll not regret!    … Expand
  23. Barnes1987
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    A throwback to the original classic top down GTA's. An amazing game that is one of the best on the DS. If you own a DS or 3DS then this is a must buy game. Highly recommended.
  24. G1GN_pH
    Dec 11, 2015
    10
    Man oh Man! This is probably still the best games playable in the DS! It was perfect! Good drug exchanges, new cool weapons, (especially the tazer) and, just perfectness! You can take this everywhere you go if you have a DS. I can play this on my mobile phone so, cool!
  25. Puashine
    Dec 10, 2015
    8
    This is actually a sick game! I played it yesterday. The story is awesome. And the graphics are also awesome. Love the music too! I will definitely be playing it again.
  26. hazzab0001
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    I started playing the game with my same reaction as GTA Advanced "It's cool that it's on a handheld, but it can't keep my attention for long. After the first mission and 50+ hours later this stands as my third favourite GTA. I'm dead serious, this is the most fun I've ever had on a handheld, I mean it has everything good story, good characters, good gameplay and good controls it's justI started playing the game with my same reaction as GTA Advanced "It's cool that it's on a handheld, but it can't keep my attention for long. After the first mission and 50+ hours later this stands as my third favourite GTA. I'm dead serious, this is the most fun I've ever had on a handheld, I mean it has everything good story, good characters, good gameplay and good controls it's just plain fun. If your looking in your bargain bin in your Walmart, or Gamestop pick it up I highly recommend it.… Expand
  27. ShadowofZexa
    Sep 19, 2013
    9
    A great blast from the past this game is just like the older GTA games like 1&2 of what is my childhood btw its just fantastic its just its story that can be a little lackluster
  28. guardian009
    Jan 17, 2013
    10
    This is perhaps the best Nintendo DS games ever made. Rockstar made an amazing transition from the console to a handle held. Even if this is simplified from it's larger console buddies, do not think your going to get a watered down version of the game. Grand Theft Auto Chinatown Wars proves the gaming industry that it's not graphics that makes it's games amazing- but the game play.This is perhaps the best Nintendo DS games ever made. Rockstar made an amazing transition from the console to a handle held. Even if this is simplified from it's larger console buddies, do not think your going to get a watered down version of the game. Grand Theft Auto Chinatown Wars proves the gaming industry that it's not graphics that makes it's games amazing- but the game play. Rockstar managed to grab such a massive game and squeeze it down into the palm of your hand- with lengthily missions, absurdly simple yet satisfying touch screen mini-games, and a massive world to explore. Easily the best game the DS has to offer and is not an experience to miss.… Expand
  29. Corey77
    May 29, 2012
    10
    This is simply the best game on DS and you will be troubled to find anything that comes close to Chinatown wars's unique and excellent gameplay. Running around the streets dealing drugs and turning an excellent profit whilst desperately avoiding the police and sending there cars smashing into buildings proves to be an fun past time and doing lengthy unique missions that use the touchThis is simply the best game on DS and you will be troubled to find anything that comes close to Chinatown wars's unique and excellent gameplay. Running around the streets dealing drugs and turning an excellent profit whilst desperately avoiding the police and sending there cars smashing into buildings proves to be an fun past time and doing lengthy unique missions that use the touch screen controls effectively is also very enjoyable.… Expand
  30. theDARKknight
    Nov 15, 2011
    8
    Yeah, I think GTA Chinatown wars was the best games for me among the GTA IV Series. I think it compromises of higher level graphics, but from my point of view, the game for the PSP was a beautiful success
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Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best DS Game of 2009
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#5 Most Discussed DS Game of 2009
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#2 Most Shared DS Game of 2009

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Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 85 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 85 out of 85
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 85
  3. Negative: 0 out of 85
  1. Gaming Nexus
    91
    The game does suffer from too many touch screen mini-games and a slightly outdated look, but those problems are easy to overlook when the product turns out to be this good!
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  2. GameDaily
    100
    Whether you get end up drug dealing, causing mayhem, taxiing city passengers around or simply completing the missions, it's likely that your only moment of disappointment will come when you realize how dangerously close you are to finishing the game -- at which point you should note that there are an additional set of missions to be unlocked by tracking down two (very well) hidden Golden Lions after the main storyline ends.
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  3. GameCritics
    80
    Despite the minor flaws, Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is an excellent experience.
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