Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3305 Ratings

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  1. 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...
  2. MobusD.
    Jan 15, 2008
    8
    I actually think gameplay/storywise, III was better, but still, this was very amazing.
  3. Dalek
    Jul 10, 2009
    7
    I thought that this game was ok, I was really excited when I got it. It was fun at first but then it got harder and the thing that pulled me down is that little helicopter mission to bomb the construction site. Sort of hard on a laptop that may not have Num lock keys. The graphics could had been a little bit better and more things to do.
  4. PhilD.
    May 16, 2003
    9
    9/10 - It could be perfect if there was not that annoying clipping problem.
  5. Jok`RdeMo
    May 19, 2003
    9
    Yeah, this is cool. I like this even better than GTA 3. what to say, radio is very cool and also posibility to play mp3. But the best thing of game is that it can really work on slow PC's (i mean Duron 600 with 128 RAM it goes almost without slowing down). Cool...
  6. 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!
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. 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.
  10. Mike
    May 14, 2006
    7
    I liked this game, but it was the same as GTA 3 not much difference in terms of grpahics.
  11. JackT.
    Apr 15, 2007
    10
    Absoloutely jawdropping game, so innovative (as the GTA series always is).
  12. AnonymousMC
    Jul 16, 2009
    9
    Nice game, enjoyed it. Only problem: the map was too small!
  13. Alex79br
    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.    … Expand
  14. Sean-M
    May 23, 2020
    9
    I believe this is a better GTA than GTA V but it's not a 10 for me, maybe 9.5, but unfortunately we don't have that here, so I give it a 9 out of 9.
  15. Carles
    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.
  16. VinDeagle
    May 23, 2013
    8
    We all know what we downloaded this game for. Fantastic music, great story, and crude GTA humor. Overall, the transition to PC was done alright. Only had some minor problems with mouse sensitivity acting weird. As well as another problem which forces you to apply the frame limiter display option or the car controls/mechanics wouldn't function properly. Either way, Vice City is a niceWe all know what we downloaded this game for. Fantastic music, great story, and crude GTA humor. Overall, the transition to PC was done alright. Only had some minor problems with mouse sensitivity acting weird. As well as another problem which forces you to apply the frame limiter display option or the car controls/mechanics wouldn't function properly. Either way, Vice City is a nice breath of fresh air.… Expand
  17. gracjanski
    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.    … Expand
  18. iddqd4
    Jan 19, 2018
    8
    Истории в духе Лица со шрамом, Тони Монтана он же Томми Версетти, мотоциклы, диско, сочные краски, все на движке GTA3. Еще одна достойная игра в серии.
  19. kingdomhearts
    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.
  20. fmutantfreak
    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
  21. elitefour
    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
  22. DominikCZE
    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
  23. crimsondoor
    Jan 30, 2017
    9
    Control and graphics are very aged, but if you can bear with that (or install HD mods), it is an amazing game with great atmosphere and music. No other GTA game comes close to that. Every part of this game shows you why 80s was an amazing era.
  24. eialici
    Sep 12, 2015
    8
    I played this game in the past for hours on end and recently re-bought it on Steam because I no longer got the original to work on Windows 7.

    It's a classic, with tons of things to do, a big open world (they even say its the biggest next to GTA V) and a "back to the eighties" feeling with cool music on the various radio stations.
  25. Tomle1202
    Nov 30, 2021
    8
    Interesting open-world, excellent style and strong mission variety shine brightly in the neon-lit Vice City, despite a number of confusing technical limitations weighing it down.
  26. sanaralerx9
    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
  27. ilovegames123
    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.
  28. Ydun79
    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.
  29. Marick
    Oct 19, 2014
    9
    Vice City is actually one of the best games created. Honestly it really is inspiritat from movies such as Scarface, Goodfellas, Godfather, Miami Vice and many altele..Acest genre is a masterpiece. Rockstar Games knows better how to attract players.
  30. ImABiscuit
    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!
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#1 Best PC Game of 2003
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#2 Most Discussed PC Game of 2003
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#1 Most Shared PC Game of 2003

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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. G4 TV
    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.
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  2. CPUGamer
    100
    Side-missions are just amazingly fun.
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  3. Eurogamer
    90
    It transcends the very genre it once created.
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