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  1. AdamB.
    May 31, 2003
    10
    Great game.
  2. Michael
    Sep 10, 2003
    10
    This is one of the best games on ps2 it is hard has good graphics and is fun even if u clock it.
  3. HussainJ.
    Oct 30, 2003
    10
    It is super and a classic game i just love the game.
  4. AlexA.
    May 13, 2005
    10
    No way can you give this game anything lower than a 9 in my oppinon gta vice city is the best gta game ever to hit pc.
  5. DjounaidD.
    Jan 13, 2006
    10
    Its so cool game I was playing it from the first day of it bealive me.
  6. R.Dalvi
    May 2, 2006
    10
    Very ahrd but at the same time so entertaining that it is very hard to stop playing it even though you have not completed it.
  7. Sgt.Awesomeness
    Jan 24, 2010
    10
    I like many things about this game. The trademark GTA free-roam/sandbox element, the Scarface-style Miami setting, hiding out on the 2nd floor balcony of someone's house staking out and trying to get 6 stars then finally stealing a tank but getting immediately caught because it's far too slow and then shouting profanity after all your hard work goes to waste. But all that stuff I like many things about this game. The trademark GTA free-roam/sandbox element, the Scarface-style Miami setting, hiding out on the 2nd floor balcony of someone's house staking out and trying to get 6 stars then finally stealing a tank but getting immediately caught because it's far too slow and then shouting profanity after all your hard work goes to waste. But all that stuff combines like all delicious flavors combining to make an awesome new food. A very fun party-ish game indeed. Expand
  8. MafiaGuy
    Nov 1, 2003
    10
    This game's great, and is much more fun than GTA 3.
  9. NickV.
    May 12, 2003
    10
    Best game ever but this game was based on the movie scarface. The Music, buildings and most of the characters!
  10. KentO.
    May 13, 2003
    10
    Good.
  11. TimH.
    Jul 2, 2003
    10
    Can't STOP PLAYING! The only time I stop is when I get an unhandled exception...
  12. Vicecityisgreat
    Aug 14, 2003
    10
    Greatest game i've ever played i cant quit playing it it is awesome.
  13. RobbyA.
    Aug 2, 2003
    10
    I thing this game is the best of all. NO COMMENTS.
  14. ChrisH.
    May 2, 2004
    10
    This game rocks who in the world would give a number any lower than a 9 get a life if you would!
  15. HidroG.
    Jun 12, 2004
    10
    This game is way better that gta 3 since it has got more things and certainly more blood.
  16. MarcB.
    Mar 26, 2006
    10
    Heyyo, Amazing game. I love it. That's why even I had to mod it. If only GTASA had the same modding capabilities I tell ya...
  17. RickF.
    May 24, 2003
    10
    This game is better than the original. The game runs faster at the same resolution than the previous game...amazing considering how much better the graphics are in VC. You have to get this game--it's a must have!
  18. MatthewP.
    May 25, 2003
    10
    This game is better then Grand Theft Auto 3 and that in this game the cars and trucks look much more better then before and theft the FBI really use different cars. THIS GAME IS THE BEST IT ALSO A MUST BUY GAME.
  19. VidM.
    Nov 9, 2004
    10
    10? Try 11. This game somehow manages to be even better than GTA III. The world is even more chaotic and allows even more freedom. The story and characters are given some color this time around. The combat system gets a much-needed kick in the pants, which is good because you'll spend much more time shooting and much less time driving in this game than in GTA III. The combat system 10? Try 11. This game somehow manages to be even better than GTA III. The world is even more chaotic and allows even more freedom. The story and characters are given some color this time around. The combat system gets a much-needed kick in the pants, which is good because you'll spend much more time shooting and much less time driving in this game than in GTA III. The combat system still needs work though as aiming is still problematic. Also, I would have liked less emphasis on shooting and more emphasis on driving. But this game is great for what counts most: fun factor. Expand
  20. StuartR.
    Nov 21, 2006
    10
    Truly one of the greats. Fire it up for a speed run and marvel at the congruity of the story and the variety of the missions. Worth getting back into it for joey's nos mod alone. Not as big as San An, but a more concise and directed experience, and probably more intriging.
  21. JackT.
    Apr 15, 2007
    10
    Absoloutely jawdropping game, so innovative (as the GTA series always is).
  22. Nov 17, 2011
    10
    This is my very first GTA, so admittedly I hold it in particularly high regard since it was what initially drew me into the series. At first I thought the game was going to be hopelessly stupid, but there is honestly a lot of hilarious and thoughtful satire/comedy in the game that proved my initial assumptions dead wrong. Vice City had some features that were highly lacking in other GTAsThis is my very first GTA, so admittedly I hold it in particularly high regard since it was what initially drew me into the series. At first I thought the game was going to be hopelessly stupid, but there is honestly a lot of hilarious and thoughtful satire/comedy in the game that proved my initial assumptions dead wrong. Vice City had some features that were highly lacking in other GTAs to come, like the ability to buy businesses and strip-clubs, and other types of properties such as garages for stolen vehicles, among other things. The game's story and characters weren't especially memorable, and definitely weren't as good as what you'll find in newer GTAs, but they were definitely acceptable quality.

    A more relevant attraction to Vice City, for me though, was the terrific variety of radio stations in the game, and the hilarious nature of the game's social commentary. Rockstar did a terrific job of making the game entertaining to both thoughtful individuals, as well as people who just want some short-term fun going nuts and blowing things up, and the diversity and size of the audience they have attracted to the Grand Theft Auto series is a testament to that fact.

    I highly recommend this game! Granted, the graphics are dated, but if you can look past the graphical flaws, you'll find a gem here. If you can't look past the graphics, give some of the newer GTA games a try. They're all wonderfully enjoyable.
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  23. Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Now, gamers and gentlemen, what you see here right now is "GTA: Vice City", one of the world's most epic PC game mankind ever created. The game's a open-world; you could go out and massacre everybody, destroy gangs, steal cars, and call in the FBI and the army and fight till the death. One of the new features is building investments, which is also a great feature that teaches you to stopNow, gamers and gentlemen, what you see here right now is "GTA: Vice City", one of the world's most epic PC game mankind ever created. The game's a open-world; you could go out and massacre everybody, destroy gangs, steal cars, and call in the FBI and the army and fight till the death. One of the new features is building investments, which is also a great feature that teaches you to stop wasting money on chicks and to get your head into the game. Great graphics for 2003 as well as the game engine. The story's a meh but who the **** cares; it's GTA. A 10 out of 10!!!!!!! Expand
  24. Oct 12, 2011
    10
    This is what we called ,,evergreen" in gaming. It's definition of pure, clear, maximum satisfying video game art. Can't wait for the ,,Vice City Rage" - fantastic mode, coming soon!
  25. Oct 2, 2011
    10
    Another gaming classic from Rockstar. Nothing particularly revolutionary, but in every respect it is fun and engaging. It's better than GTA 3 in every way, and a really special experince. There are numerous Scarface references and easter eggs- from the opening credits to the characters, some buildings and the story. The city is very good, and this game introduces assets- so you can buyAnother gaming classic from Rockstar. Nothing particularly revolutionary, but in every respect it is fun and engaging. It's better than GTA 3 in every way, and a really special experince. There are numerous Scarface references and easter eggs- from the opening credits to the characters, some buildings and the story. The city is very good, and this game introduces assets- so you can buy businesses. Rampages and getting a high wanted level are the most satisfying here. The weapons are also brutal. Overall, the missions are good quality and they've got a real sense of character and humour. The soundtrack of Vice City- including the chat show VCPR- are the best in all of GTA. Expand
  26. Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Graphics 7/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Controls 10/10
    Story 9/10
    Characters 10/10
    Level design 10/10
    Presentation 10/10
    User Interface 9/10
    Sounds 9/10
    Music 10/10
  27. Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Where do you start with Vice City.

    This game is by far the best game in the series,it has everything you could ask for and more. It certainly boasts one of the best soundtracks in any game ever,to cater for all needs. Taking great inspiration from the 1980's drug wars,you find yourself deep in a world of drugs gangs and crime. The city is awesome,albeit a little small compared to San
    Where do you start with Vice City.

    This game is by far the best game in the series,it has everything you could ask for and more.
    It certainly boasts one of the best soundtracks in any game ever,to cater for all needs.
    Taking great inspiration from the 1980's drug wars,you find yourself deep in a world of drugs gangs and crime.

    The city is awesome,albeit a little small compared to San andreas,still is great fun to drive around and has alot of memorable places.
    The biggest thing i enjoyed was the ability to buy your own companies and a vast amount of homes.
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  28. May 14, 2012
    10
    This game brings back memories - it is essentially the enhanced port of GTA III into the modern era, paving way for the highly acclaimed GTA IV. Must play for any GTA fan with tons of fun.
  29. Jul 2, 2012
    10
    This Is the best Game of last years , Mod Vice City : Multiplayer is very good mod for GTA ahh hot 80's years , beatiful girls and sun and Radio Station , This game was not boring for ever !: ) sorry for my ENG
  30. Dec 9, 2012
    10
    Grand Theft Auto Vice City is a really good game. It has a beautiful written story, their missions are so funny, the game takes you to 80s in a engaging way, it is not an overstatement give a score of 10.
  31. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Fiquei com o pé atrás quando meus amigos me falaram muito bem da série mas, quando comecei a jogar vi que eu podia fazer de tudo.

    E que liberdade esse jogo nos dá para fazer, seja você sendo bom ou mau, eu disse que você pode até comprar uma produtora de filmes pornográficos e contratar a atriz mais badalada da cidade de uma outra produtora de filmes rival no seu segmento, lógico na
    Fiquei com o pé atrás quando meus amigos me falaram muito bem da série mas, quando comecei a jogar vi que eu podia fazer de tudo.

    E que liberdade esse jogo nos dá para fazer, seja você sendo bom ou mau, eu disse que você pode até comprar uma produtora de filmes pornográficos e contratar a atriz mais badalada da cidade de uma outra produtora de filmes rival no seu segmento, lógico na base da bala, ou salvar todas as pessoas envolvidas em acidentes graves de trânsito, tanto com uma ambulância ou mesmo dirigindo o caminhão do corpo de bombeiros, foi aí que percebi o quanto esse jogo é bom, fora em ser o dono da cidade caso você se comprometa a entrar no modo história do jogo.
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  32. Jul 26, 2016
    10
    Best GTA EVER!!!! There is no one like Vice City. Perfect storyline, epic characters, beatiful city, and amazing music and environment!
    One of the best games of the story, and best GTA.
  33. Apr 13, 2013
    10
    10/10, La historia de este juego es muy buena, al final de cada misión, no podes aguantar la intriga de saber que va a pasar después en la historia, uno de los pocos juego que se ambienta en los '80 que realmente te hace sentir en los '80, la música de la radio es perfecta, el voice acting, lo sonidos, el humor, todo es perfecto para mi en este juego.
  34. Apr 7, 2016
    10
    This game is classic. We know all the gameplay that makes already a lot of fun. In addition Rockstar knows how to write funny and interesting characters, that you get to know in this game. It fits, that many elements are political incorrect and are funny. I appreciate, that the game duration is perfect: not too long, not too short. Graphics... there are mods outside, you them and Vicy CityThis game is classic. We know all the gameplay that makes already a lot of fun. In addition Rockstar knows how to write funny and interesting characters, that you get to know in this game. It fits, that many elements are political incorrect and are funny. I appreciate, that the game duration is perfect: not too long, not too short. Graphics... there are mods outside, you them and Vicy City looks great. The art design and the perfect music makes the atmosphere one of the best in all PC games.
    So, what is nor perfect? There are many bugs, that are unexcusable for the age of this game. The difficulty is sometimes easy, sometimes unfair.
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  35. Jun 24, 2013
    10
    Easily the best GTA game. With it's awesome gameplay and a lot of interesting missions there is a place in your disk for this... The best thing in Vice City is the feeling. The awesome looking Miami feels so good to be in. You don't even want to leave your chair... Must play...
  36. Mar 20, 2023
    10
    I recently revisited Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and the nostalgia hit me hard. The vibrant 80s setting and iconic soundtrack made for an immersive experience. As I navigated the city, completing missions and interacting with memorable characters, I was reminded of why this game is a true classic. If you're a fan of open-world action, don't miss out on the timeless excitement of Vice City!
  37. Aug 15, 2013
    10
    Grand theft auto vice city is the second best grand theft auto but it has a strong story and really good graphics for how old it is. I would recommend this game to any one who like grand theft. auto and anyone who likes violence.
  38. Oct 17, 2013
    10
    I first played this game in 2006 and it got me addicted. I finished the whole game with and without cheats. This game never gets old. I love its every successor. I am really waiting for GTA 6
  39. Oct 18, 2013
    10
    the best grand theft auto of the franchise!!
    in my opinion,the best game of Rockstar games
    tommy vercetti is the most dangeous killer of games
    vice city is one my favorite games
  40. Nov 9, 2013
    10
    This must be my second favorite game of all time. I still remember my amazement after seeing this jewel at my friend's house for the first time. Great graphics, great gameplay, great story, but most of all, amazing soundtrack and 80's atmosphere. Yes, the atmosphere in this game is truly something else, I could cruise around the city for hours in my sports car listening to the radio notThis must be my second favorite game of all time. I still remember my amazement after seeing this jewel at my friend's house for the first time. Great graphics, great gameplay, great story, but most of all, amazing soundtrack and 80's atmosphere. Yes, the atmosphere in this game is truly something else, I could cruise around the city for hours in my sports car listening to the radio not caring about anything and not get bored. No GTA was able to recreate that atmosphere and feel after Vice City. Expand
  41. Jan 3, 2014
    10
    A really great game... Nice graphics great gameplay bigger Miami-based city ,an Miami Vice/Scarface based story and an amazing soundtrack...
    It's really one of the contemporary classics which is worth playing it
  42. Feb 7, 2014
    10
    This is my favourite GTA game. The feel of the game and the great music/soundtrack makes for a great experience. The soundtrack in this game is great, and one of the best I've seen (or heard) in a game. However, the pc controls do take a little bit of time to get used to, but the PC port is infinitely better due to the ability to easily mod the game by creating your own character skins.
  43. Mar 14, 2014
    10
    As a "Rockstar Fanboy" who has inhaled every GTA title since my first Multiplayer experience in 1998 i have to say that no GTA title has never gripped me like Vice City. The whole setting, including environment, music, story and (for this time) awesome graphics made a really "complete" game.
    Since then, IMAO Rockstar tries to recreate this feeling for their players but, i regret to say
    As a "Rockstar Fanboy" who has inhaled every GTA title since my first Multiplayer experience in 1998 i have to say that no GTA title has never gripped me like Vice City. The whole setting, including environment, music, story and (for this time) awesome graphics made a really "complete" game.
    Since then, IMAO Rockstar tries to recreate this feeling for their players but, i regret to say that , never got this Miami Vice / Scarface feeling again.
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  44. Jul 4, 2014
    10
    Amazing game, awesome story, everything about this game is awesome, the only problem is the graphics but whatever graphics don't ruin anything this is better then gta 3
  45. Jul 15, 2014
    10
    I remember playing this game when I was like 5 years old.. LOL. Fun. Probably the best GTA game in my opinion. Tommy killed it. Don't know why they didn't bring him back. The graphics are great, and the story.. just incredible.
  46. Feb 11, 2019
    10
    The glory of the eighties combined with the glory of GTA ... easy ten. MUST play, especially for those who were around in the eighties or love the music of that period.
  47. Aug 8, 2014
    10
    Easily one of the greatest games of all time in the grand scope of things. Ive been playing games for a long time and I cant remember another game other than San Andreas that blew my mind the way Vice City did. I even remember the whole soundtrack and 10 years later, every time I hear Broken Wings, I Ran, I just Died In Your Arms Tonight, Waiting for a Girl like You, Dance Hall Days,Easily one of the greatest games of all time in the grand scope of things. Ive been playing games for a long time and I cant remember another game other than San Andreas that blew my mind the way Vice City did. I even remember the whole soundtrack and 10 years later, every time I hear Broken Wings, I Ran, I just Died In Your Arms Tonight, Waiting for a Girl like You, Dance Hall Days, Africa, or Owner of a Lonely Heart, I immediately get a craving to play Vice City. VC, along with San Andreas are the only reasons there is still a PS2 hooked up to my TV. Expand
  48. Dec 10, 2014
    10
    I played every GTA to this day, with the exception of Chinatown Wars and GTA 2. And this is still my favorite. But why? I don't even know what makes it so great. The new vehicles, like the helicopters? The amazing soundtrack? The jaw dropping graphics (for 2003, of course)? The whole 80's atmosphere? The city itself? The remarkable characters, references and the actors? The controls.I played every GTA to this day, with the exception of Chinatown Wars and GTA 2. And this is still my favorite. But why? I don't even know what makes it so great. The new vehicles, like the helicopters? The amazing soundtrack? The jaw dropping graphics (for 2003, of course)? The whole 80's atmosphere? The city itself? The remarkable characters, references and the actors? The controls. otherwise, do not have the best response, and the driving is not that great, but I love it anyway. Expand
  49. Sep 26, 2014
    10
    This is like a nostalgic review from me. I liked the story and the missions. The music, cars and the claw hands. This is my favourite GTA entry of all time. before i even get to touch GTA V. for now. I'm waiting for you GTA V next year!
  50. Nov 19, 2014
    10
    One of my absolute favorite parts of GTA.
    I loved this game, it was fantastic. In addition, the soundtrack was perfect.
    Before GTA 5 came out, Vice City was my favorite part.

    Despite all this, I recommend everyone to play Vice City.
  51. Sep 21, 2015
    10
    This is, in my humble opinion, the best Grand Theft Auto game in the series as well as one of the greatest sandbox games ever made. It improved on its predecessor, GTA III, in almost every regard. Considering GTA III was ahead of its time, this is an impressive feat. The PC version is by far the best, as expected.
  52. Nov 19, 2015
    10
    The Vice City & Vice City Stories have the best feeling & climate in all of the GTA history, sure they never have that much features that have San Andreas but I liked this games !
  53. Nov 27, 2015
    10
    Gta vice city, was one of the best rockstar games and back to the 80s games i've ever played. It is action-packed and it is filled with blood and is sexy at the same time but it is still a great game any in anyway. Rockstar minigame was amazing and I think a lot of people like in 2003 or 2004. If I were to say out of 10 I would say 10 because it was a great campaign game with a great campaign
  54. Jun 23, 2016
    10
    Remember when this was your childhood?
    GTA Vice City is a gaming masterpiece with pretty advanced graphics for 2002/2003 that tries to make an 80's Miami feel to it. I DEFINITELY Recommend you get this game.
  55. Nov 14, 2016
    10
    Klar, das erste Wort, das einem zu "Grand Theft Auto" einfällt, ist: Freiheit. Das weis ich, denn so steht es in den Geschichtsbüchern. Und, ja, "GTA 3" hat's erfunden, und erst "San Andreas" hat es perfektioniert. Aber mindestens ebenso wichtig an "GTA" ist: Zeitgeist. Und den erfahrbar zu machen, gelang "Vice City" so präzise wie noch keinem Buch, Film oder Videospiel zuvor. Klar kannKlar, das erste Wort, das einem zu "Grand Theft Auto" einfällt, ist: Freiheit. Das weis ich, denn so steht es in den Geschichtsbüchern. Und, ja, "GTA 3" hat's erfunden, und erst "San Andreas" hat es perfektioniert. Aber mindestens ebenso wichtig an "GTA" ist: Zeitgeist. Und den erfahrbar zu machen, gelang "Vice City" so präzise wie noch keinem Buch, Film oder Videospiel zuvor. Klar kann man sich "Beverly Hills Cop" oder eine Folge "Knight Rider" ansehen und fühlt sich an die Achtziger zurückerinnert. Bücher und Vinylscheiben aus der Zeit leisten Ähnliches. "Vice City" aber schickt uns direkt in das Jahrzehnt von New Wave und Cocktailkirschen und lässt uns darin so viel Zeit verbringen, wie wir wollen. Man kann die Hawaii-Hemden und anderen Geschmacklosigkeiten der Epoche tragen, im rosa Neonlicht eines Nachtclubs abhängen, lernen, wie sich die 30 berühmtesten amerikanischen Autos der Achtziger fahren, und dabei zwischen Radiostationen hin und her wechseln, die von Synthipop bis HipHop alles im Programm haben, was auf einen anständigen "Best of the 80s"-Sampler gehört. Die Quintessenz dieser Erfahrung: mit einem Ferrari Testosterossa in den Sonnenuntergang cruisen, während "I Just Died In Your Arms Tonight" von der Cutting Crew im Radio läuft. Expand
  56. Jan 13, 2017
    10
    Grand Theft Auto Vicecity is a classical example how a great open world third person shooter should be. The game is simply a masterpiece and got everything correct, from its soundtrack to story telling and a great gameplay for 2002 standards.
  57. Mar 27, 2020
    10
    to be honest it´s one of the best GTA out there and the most iconic one. I´ve always loved the Scarface movie and this one does a good job on it.
  58. Feb 25, 2017
    10
    Tommy Tommy... esto es vice city señores. la continuacion del alabado GTA3 mejorando todo lo que hay que mejorar. graficas mas pulidas, el poder agacharse, uso de aviones y motocicletas. todo esto ambientado en los años 80's por lo tanto musica brutal y todo muy colorido. aca se puede notar la influencia de Scarface en todos los aspectos. grandes personajes, gran seleccion de vehiculos. laTommy Tommy... esto es vice city señores. la continuacion del alabado GTA3 mejorando todo lo que hay que mejorar. graficas mas pulidas, el poder agacharse, uso de aviones y motocicletas. todo esto ambientado en los años 80's por lo tanto musica brutal y todo muy colorido. aca se puede notar la influencia de Scarface en todos los aspectos. grandes personajes, gran seleccion de vehiculos. la ciudad es un poco mas grande que en la anterior entrega. un excelente juego Expand
  59. Jun 16, 2018
    10
    Игра на все времена! Проходил раз 10, и всегда получал максимальное удовольствие.
  60. May 9, 2020
    10
    This and San Andreas are the best GTA games to this day. GTA 5 might have better graphics and technology but it's boring
  61. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    Nothing beats driving around Vice City listening to great music. I didn't play Vice City, I lived it. Can't really tell how many hours or how many times I've played it over the last 15 years.
  62. Apr 2, 2023
    10
    For me definately a 10/10, has everything it needs, for its time it was the bomb on all platforms
  63. Dec 10, 2018
    10
    Beautiful game, best GTA ever made, the climate is amazing, 80' style buildings, clothes, cars. Sunset, long beach, lazurite water, palms, red cabriolet, and girls in a bikini; and obviously the most important thing: Music
  64. May 10, 2021
    10
    One of my 3 childhood games that I will never stop enjoying
    Best soundtrack, atmosphere, story, map...
    It was all put together so well its just perfect !
    Hope to see VC return in GTA6, fingers crossed
  65. Jul 26, 2018
    10
    Simply the best game in GTA series at the time it was released. Still worth coming back if you've got some nostalgic memories.
  66. Feb 27, 2020
    10
    the greatest game of all time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  67. Nov 23, 2018
    10
    Да это чувство черт возьми. Ты заходишь и все чувствуешь нутром, каждую крупинку этого шедевра. Начинаются вступительные титры и ты чувствуешь, хотя их чаще пропускали. Появляется логотип наших любимых и всем известных Rockstar Games, мастеров своего дела. И вот ты уже в главном меню, выбираешь новую игру и начинается загрузка... Это загрузка оставила такой след в сердцах почитателей, яДа это чувство черт возьми. Ты заходишь и все чувствуешь нутром, каждую крупинку этого шедевра. Начинаются вступительные титры и ты чувствуешь, хотя их чаще пропускали. Появляется логотип наших любимых и всем известных Rockstar Games, мастеров своего дела. И вот ты уже в главном меню, выбираешь новую игру и начинается загрузка... Это загрузка оставила такой след в сердцах почитателей, я хочу заострить внимания именно на почитателях Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, а ни вообще Grand Theft Auto. Ведь эти люди и теперь могут зайти в этот шедевр и пройти его от начала и до конца. После чего в конце всплакнуть и сказать, что: «Я видел нечто прекрасное, то что западает в душу на долго и уже никогда от туда не выйдет». Я из таких ребят и по-настоящему горжусь этим. Не в плане хвастовство и олдскульщины, а в плане почитания и уважения к хорошей игре. Ведь ее действительно можно любить искренне, и без капли сомнения.

    Понятно что люди, которые играли в нее еще в те времена, приходили в восторг ещё больше. Для них это было неким совершенством, которое не хочется покидать. Когда ты заходишь сейчас, может иногда ты можешь подумать о плохой графике и о чем не будь ещё старом. Но как только начинаешь играть, тебя в сразу с ног сбивает запах атмосферы и ностальгии. Эти чувства абсолютно неподкупны. Я ни в какой игре не испытываю такой ностальгии, как в Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. Rockstar покорили мое сердце тогда, и продолжают покорять сейчас, спустя столько лет. Объективному и строгому геймеру трудно что-то подсунуть, хоть тогда на этот счет вообще не задумывались. Поэтому нюх на хорошую игру сработал в то время как надо, но самое интересное, что и продолжает срабатывать.

    Майами 80-х просто шикарное время для преступной истории. Это неотъемлемая часть той эпохи, которая показала себя не с лучшей стороны, со стороны наркотиков. Кокаин был везде, а там где его не было он тут же появлялся. И кто смотрел фильм "Лицо со шрамом", знает что в игре было не только много отсылок. По сути весь путь главного героя, был построен на пути главного героя фильма. Я ни в коем случаи не хочу сказать, что это какой-то там плагиат. Это вдохновение разработчик, их узренние прекрасного и сотворение идеального. Они воспользовались лучшим, чтобы сделать еще лучше. Когда ты играешь и замечаешь эти намеки, ты неимоверно радуешься. Мысли не приходят, чтобы выдвигать какие-то обвинения. Это замечательно проделанная работа, которая ни осталось не замеченная, истинными и преданными фанатами. Да, в этом плане фанаты шарят чуть больше. Но ведь есть люди, которые посмотрели фильм после прохождения, и они тоже осознали и узрели прекрасное, по сути в двойне.
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  68. Nov 27, 2018
    10
    The game of my childhood, pereprohod it more than 15 times and not get bored!
  69. Feb 25, 2023
    10
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  70. Oct 5, 2019
    10
    Incredibly cool game of its time. In addition to the main plot and many small side-quests, it was possible to play it literally forever by inventing activities for yourself on the open spaces of the great gaming city. It was big, beautiful and atmospheric, playing 100% of all its zones.
    A truly open gaming world of the early 2000s.
  71. Mar 25, 2019
    10
    Just another masterpiece by Rockstar Games. Every single GTA game has this "MUST-PLAY" certificate here on Metacritic on every single platform like PC, XBOX and PlayStation, coincidence? I don't think so. You have no choice but to buy every single one of them. You must play.
  72. Nov 13, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No word's Needed to describe
    It's an emotion! Literally The life we all want to enjoy Really great atmosphere around the city.Man this is what a game need to be!
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  73. Aug 5, 2020
    10
    GTA Vice City is the greatest game, with the greatest setting, with the greatest soundtrack and with the perfect story. It's lightning in a bottle. You're dealing coke, fighting gangs, driving sportscars, wearing the perfect palm shirt, can do whatever the **** you want and you're doing it while 'Africa', 'Dance Hall Days' and 'Owner of a Lonely Heart' is playing on the radio. To me,GTA Vice City is the greatest game, with the greatest setting, with the greatest soundtrack and with the perfect story. It's lightning in a bottle. You're dealing coke, fighting gangs, driving sportscars, wearing the perfect palm shirt, can do whatever the **** you want and you're doing it while 'Africa', 'Dance Hall Days' and 'Owner of a Lonely Heart' is playing on the radio. To me, that's the perfect game and almost 20 years later nothing has ever come close to it. Expand
  74. Aug 27, 2019
    10
    GTA VICE CITY foi um jogo que definitivamente me surpreendeu em todos os aspectos, tem uma ambientação fiel a Miami dos anos 80, trilha sonora marcante da época, um modo história que te prende do começo ao fim, e para quem curte, objetivos secundários atrativos e viciantes, sua jogabilidade é incrível, consegue ser suave e agradável em todos os aspectos, seja nos momentos de tiroteiosGTA VICE CITY foi um jogo que definitivamente me surpreendeu em todos os aspectos, tem uma ambientação fiel a Miami dos anos 80, trilha sonora marcante da época, um modo história que te prende do começo ao fim, e para quem curte, objetivos secundários atrativos e viciantes, sua jogabilidade é incrível, consegue ser suave e agradável em todos os aspectos, seja nos momentos de tiroteios insanos ou momentos aonde você precise dirigir de um lugar ao outro, se trata do primeiro game da aclamada franquia GRAND THEFT AUTO que eu tive o prazer de finalizar em 100%, e definitivamente, não me arrependi, com certeza mais um game que agrega no padrão de qualidade Rockstar. Expand
  75. Apr 5, 2020
    10
    I had a chance to play this game in 2005. I still remember how much I enjoyed it! One of the best games I have ever played in my life! Probably 30-40hrs on record.
  76. Apr 16, 2020
    10
    My first game. What an atmosphere ,sunny Miami , luxury cars, machine guns,rocket launchers ,cheat-codes.... Amazing game
  77. Oct 1, 2020
    10
    Игра шедевр, рокстар иначе не умеют, наиграно огромное количество часов в свое время, на тот момент открытый мир был просто чем невероятным, когда другие игры обходились коридорами. 10/10
  78. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    My first love ❤️ After her, I became interested in games. Best game ever for me
  79. Feb 7, 2020
    10
    Ozamana göre en kaliteli oyun ama gelmiş geçmiş en iyi oyunlardan birisi .
  80. Feb 22, 2020
    10
    "Isn't that wonderful ...?"
    (c) Ken Rosenberg, “Keep Friends Near”

    Welcome to the 80s, I can only say one thing - this game is beautiful and it means a lot to me because this is my first completed game in my life :)
  81. Aug 1, 2020
    10
    Первая часть великой серии, в которую я играл продуманно. Для меня тогдашнего это был взрыв мозга)
  82. Jul 21, 2022
    10
    Игра детства. В 2 раза круче трёшки и много прикольных механик, но не отталкивающих от аркадности игры
  83. Mar 28, 2020
    10
    O melhor GTA seguido do San Andreas.

    A melhor playlist de rádios, a atmosfera dos anos 80 nesse jogo é surreal, ainda mais para a época que foi lançada lá em 2002, nesse ponto, a Take Two (com Rockstar e 2K) é incrível.

    Espero muito que o GTA VI seja em Vice City com transição dos tempos (anos 80 e tempos atuais) como aponta os rumores.
  84. May 2, 2020
    10
    One of the first games I ever played.Having first voice protagonist and such a map for 2003 it was really revolutionary at the time.Also storyline was quite good it had few shortcomings but nothing too much.What makes this game great is that it managed to perfectly capture Miami 80-s atmosphere.Inspired by film and TV classics Miami Vice and Scarface.
  85. May 8, 2020
    10
    When i first played it, i skipped all the cutscenes but still liked it. When i replayed it without skipping the cinematics, i liked it even more. 10 out of 10 for me. Just take it.
  86. May 15, 2020
    10
    VICE CITY FLORIDA is the most 80s city of all time and it’s perfect in every way.
  87. May 15, 2020
    10
    This game really amazing because tommy vercetti sonny forelli lance vance best character ever
  88. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best games made ever in that time. Feeling the vibe alone was wonderful but playing this wonderful game was such an enjoyment. Music, atmosphere and stunning 80s style missions and storyline makes it my all time favorite hands down.
  89. Dec 30, 2020
    10
    a great game that blew the brain of that generation. I went through it 5+ times so!

    Великолепная игра взорвавшая мозг тому поколению. Прошел её раз 5+ так что!
  90. Sep 25, 2020
    10
    GTA Vice City, is a game that is remarkable in history. Great story, open world, wonderful soundtrack! I remember that my computer was so bad, that I had to walk looking at the ground, so that the SPF would increase. Good memories!
  91. Aug 27, 2020
    10
    80's is my favourite era and why cause I was addicted with VICE CITY game like drugs,guns,music scene...
  92. May 11, 2021
    10
    Grand Theft Auto: Vice City was the first AAA game I ever played. Even then, I became interested in the GTA series and it was GTA III that introduced me to the series, and subsequently I got the opportunity to try out the legendary Vice City. Ladies and gentlemen. I have so many memories of this game that it is not even possible. In GTA III, I praised the openness of the city, where youGrand Theft Auto: Vice City was the first AAA game I ever played. Even then, I became interested in the GTA series and it was GTA III that introduced me to the series, and subsequently I got the opportunity to try out the legendary Vice City. Ladies and gentlemen. I have so many memories of this game that it is not even possible. In GTA III, I praised the openness of the city, where you could do what you wanted, and Vice City moved it a little further and, most importantly, improved the atmosphere. The third GTA has its own charm, but Vice City had such an atmosphere that it is unreal. I love the 80's and the Rockstar Games gave me exactly that time in the form of a gangster who just doesn't make a mistake. Those Hawaiian shirts, sunny beaches, the sea. Well, in fact, there is only a small mistake here, both in the previous GTA and we can't go swimming here, which freezes here twice, because those 80's beaches directly force you to swim. What was not bad, but not even masterful, was the story in the previous GTA. That is no longer the case here! The story is much better here and the main character Tommy Vercetti is much more charismatic, and that's just because he's talking! The whole story has bigger grades, and in addition you drive through the beautiful city of the eighties, where the very seeds are playing on the radio, which further underlines the atmosphere of the 80s. You can also change clothes. There are various outfits in several places in the game. But you can also drive through the city through the search for various Easter Eggs, of which there are of course plenty. What made me very happy was the opportunity to fly through. Yes. We could already fly a Dodo plane, but it was almost uncontrollable. Well, at least I didn't go down without explaining myself first. But here we have the opportunity to use a helicopter and fly over a sunny, eight-year-old city is beautiful. What I would like to mention are the weapons, which are almost the same as in GTA III, but they are a little better, because there is a chainsaw! Chopping people with it and watching those cumshots of blood reminded me of a scene from the movie Scarface. Overall, GTA: Vice City is an improved trio with a better character, city, music, atmosphere and most importantly a story. An awesome game for me, which I recommend. Expand
  93. Sep 16, 2020
    10
    This was the first game that I've ever played. And I think it's still the best GTA. Its story and its gameplay is better than 2020 games. What a game...
  94. Nov 13, 2020
    10
    An unforgettable journey. I still can't get enough. Waiting for possible GTA VI in similar setup. Best part of series for sure.
  95. Apr 5, 2021
    10
    How can you even explain this game... Vice City is Grand Theft Auto. Vice City is the mafia/ theft story that everyone needs to see. It isn’t a street gangster story like San Andreas, a gritty corrupted crime story like GTA IV and it isn’t a complex heist story like GTA V. Vice City is probably the most realistic game of the series, It has humor, realistic crime stories, a relatable andHow can you even explain this game... Vice City is Grand Theft Auto. Vice City is the mafia/ theft story that everyone needs to see. It isn’t a street gangster story like San Andreas, a gritty corrupted crime story like GTA IV and it isn’t a complex heist story like GTA V. Vice City is probably the most realistic game of the series, It has humor, realistic crime stories, a relatable and understandable protagonist and it is just everything you want in a crime story. If you enjoy good games and the movies of Martin Scorsese, this is the game for you. Expand
  96. Jun 5, 2021
    10
    I really liked the game atmosphere.
    There is a lot to invest in the game, but it's hard to earn it. Radio music is the best in the series. The game is pretty easy!
    I recommend it for completion in 2021 and look forward to remasting!
  97. May 6, 2021
    10
    Best gta and best game i ever played i playing this game for8years I love it everyone need to play this game for minimum 1 time
  98. May 11, 2021
    10
    The best game that made my life beautiful. Mafia, Vice city, 80's, Tommy, Ken and prick Lance.
  99. Jun 11, 2021
    10
    Söyleyebileceğim hiçbir şey yok. Yıl itibariyle efsaneye dönüşmüş bir oyun. Muhteşem.
  100. Jun 28, 2021
    10
    There is no problem in the game. It's just bad that you can't swim in the game. But since this is a periodic problem, we should not include it in the scoring. The game is excellent.
Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. 100
    Best of all, the numerous bugs and glitches that brought the PS2 version down a notch have been cleaned up and eliminated, for the most part. Enemies no longer shoot you through solid walls, you no longer randomly lose health while running, and cars remain in your garage until you take them out.
  2. 100
    Side-missions are just amazingly fun.
  3. It transcends the very genre it once created.