Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 632 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 88 out of 632
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  1. Er81hui
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    This is the coolest game in PSP, the whole city fit into one pocket...i cant stop playing it...those who critic the game must be lousy gamers...
  2. GDB
    Oct 30, 2005
    10
    It's not a watered down port but full blown GTA. Anyone who calls this overrated, just doesn't get GTA. For fans of the franchise, this is a must have. It's THE reason to buy a PSP.
  3. TK.
    Oct 7, 2005
    10
    It is a FULL gta game on such a small disc, it is GTA 3 plus loads more, it lasts 4 hours and has no load times exept at game start up and when traveling between islands and those loads are only about 15 seconds and it has seven multi player modes for up to six players, whats not to like?
  4. TayE.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    This game is great, all of the Grand Theft Auto mayham in the palm of your hand. Bringing back the First PS2 maps brings back memories. I like that they added the motorcycles and the old school games.
  5. Barry
    Mar 5, 2006
    10
    finaly you can play grand theft auto on a handheld computer (psp) grafics are good like the gameplay and the fack u can play multi player on it as well so keep it up rockstar.
  6. Sonny
    Nov 1, 2005
    10
    What does GTA offer, If we had to look at the single elements of the game we can compaire them to other games like Crazy Taxi, Burnout,stuntman,Emergency,Chase HQ, as you can guess its also non af those games but GTA. The controls are not as bad as everybody is talking about and at the end of the day if you ever fancy some bloody carnage just get GTA for your pocket.
  7. BenJ.
    Nov 14, 2005
    10
    Simple fun and nothing wrong with it
  8. Red
    Nov 1, 2005
    10
    Very impressive game i mean all those mag reviews and theres scores cant be all wrong can they. well can they PUNK.
  9. DAVES.
    Nov 4, 2005
    10
    Genius accomplishment, superb multi-player
  10. SteveK.
    Nov 4, 2005
    10
    Compared to the other games on PSP, this by far, hands down, the best. It is very addicting and extremely fun to play. I agree with other people that the PSP reviews should be written comparing PSP games and not comparing PSP games versus console counterparts. Compare apples to apples not apples to oranges. A PSP game can not compare to a consule game due to the screen size and sound Compared to the other games on PSP, this by far, hands down, the best. It is very addicting and extremely fun to play. I agree with other people that the PSP reviews should be written comparing PSP games and not comparing PSP games versus console counterparts. Compare apples to apples not apples to oranges. A PSP game can not compare to a consule game due to the screen size and sound capabilities, so don't compare the two, da!!!… Expand
  11. Brad
    Nov 5, 2005
    10
    This game is so far beyond what I thought I'd be playing on the PSP. The minor quibbles people are bringing up are so forgivable on the PSP its not even worth debating. I've played the GTA series both on my PC and my PS2 (where those earlier gripes make more sense) and surprisingly, I'm more addicted to playing GTA LCS on my PSP than all of them combined. I guess its This game is so far beyond what I thought I'd be playing on the PSP. The minor quibbles people are bringing up are so forgivable on the PSP its not even worth debating. I've played the GTA series both on my PC and my PS2 (where those earlier gripes make more sense) and surprisingly, I'm more addicted to playing GTA LCS on my PSP than all of them combined. I guess its because I'm getting a full GTA experience on my handheld. I love that the missions are quicker and things are more geared to quicker gameplay. It suits the PSP perfectly. This is the first game that made me happy to own a PSP and if you haven't played this game yet, you owe it to yourself to see how Rockstar Games/Leeds raised the bar on this one..… Expand
  12. Looney
    Nov 5, 2005
    10
    You cant beat the feeling of sitting down on the toilet and playing GTA. Or for the more adventures out there pick it up after you have pleased your woman and enjoy GTA . basicly there is no where on dry land that you cant play GTA. fantastic game and worth every penny.
  13. GarthT.
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    I love gta and have played them all. But LCS is just so playable and i can play it anywhere, just whip it out and 5 seconds later im in a virtual little world. i even just drove around in 1st person simulation style, and was amazed to see the realistic traffic obeying rules, with the occasional hoodlum going nuts then taking chase and smashing them off the road, very satisfying road rage.I love gta and have played them all. But LCS is just so playable and i can play it anywhere, just whip it out and 5 seconds later im in a virtual little world. i even just drove around in 1st person simulation style, and was amazed to see the realistic traffic obeying rules, with the occasional hoodlum going nuts then taking chase and smashing them off the road, very satisfying road rage. This game has equal depth to a console gta but in my pocket. And whos kidding who? Slithy, you are obviously ONE jealous DS owner who keeps posting 3-4 bad reviews in a row every few days. You havent played the game which is evident by your comments and you say the same thing in all of your 20 reviews at least entertain us with some witty negative comments but your attitude is getting old. The controls are not really a problem it plays well. All i can say is, if your a mature gamer with a PSP and you dont have LCS yet then go buy it now.… Expand
  14. PSPHater
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    One of the bst games you can get on your PSP. and a quick note to a previous post( how would a nintendo touch twig improve this game DUH!!.)
  15. Revu
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    After reading all the mag reviews i have to say that they cover most points and that there review scores are spot on, intresting that all the nintendo reviewers give this game anything below a 3 and the people who have actually played the game have given it 8 and above.
  16. Brian
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    Fantastic game and worth every penny. great playability great music and great graphics. I see there have been plenty of posts from our nintendo friends, i wonder why they are posting negative reviews for a game they cant play i wonder if its because they dont like the idea of sony making the handheld market popular like they did with the console market.
  17. PeterT.
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    You would have to be a complete DS owner not to have this game on your PSP. love the graphics and it just goes to show you how powerful the PSP is.
  18. Me
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    when a new games machine is launched you always get that one game that makes you think " I didnt know this machine was capable of making such technically impressive games" and the good thing about this game is that is has oodles of gameplay in it.
  19. Wisdom
    Nov 9, 2005
    10
    An excelent game, driving any vehical is just a treat and the size of the game is amazing. regarding battery life i use the standard battery you get with the PSP and i get excatly 3 hours 37 mins out of it, maybe im one of the lucky few who get a good charge out of my battery. the whole idea of a hand held system is thats its ment for more of a pick up and play not your marathon gameingAn excelent game, driving any vehical is just a treat and the size of the game is amazing. regarding battery life i use the standard battery you get with the PSP and i get excatly 3 hours 37 mins out of it, maybe im one of the lucky few who get a good charge out of my battery. the whole idea of a hand held system is thats its ment for more of a pick up and play not your marathon gameing session like you used to have on your ps2.… Expand
  20. Mark
    Dec 4, 2005
    10
    Wow. This game blew me away with what is possible on a handheld. It is superoir to GTA III in every way. Oh, and as for handheld gaming to be a kid thing, why do you think Sony included all the features such a music, upgrades, web browsing, videos, pictures? Maybe they are trying to prove that handheld gaming isnt a kid thing. Or maybe we should throw all that out the window in exchange Wow. This game blew me away with what is possible on a handheld. It is superoir to GTA III in every way. Oh, and as for handheld gaming to be a kid thing, why do you think Sony included all the features such a music, upgrades, web browsing, videos, pictures? Maybe they are trying to prove that handheld gaming isnt a kid thing. Or maybe we should throw all that out the window in exchange for a couple of Pokemon games. (sarcasm).… Expand
  21. PaulC.
    Oct 25, 2005
    10
    Don't listen to these bad reviews. The game is technologically incredible. I felt like I was playing GTA on my couch it was so pixel perfect. New missions,new storyline in GTA III's world makes for a fun time on the go. Bottom line: If you own a PSP, you need this game.
  22. BillK.
    Oct 26, 2005
    10
    The bad user reviews you are seeing are most likely the 12 year olds that get caught up in the silly PS2 vs. XBox or Halo vs GTA or PSP vs DS debates. Bottom line is this is THE best game for the PSP out right now. Period. After being heart broken that Madden 06 had major bugs, I am just elated that I have a full-fledged GTA complete with full "living," expansive city to roam freely The bad user reviews you are seeing are most likely the 12 year olds that get caught up in the silly PS2 vs. XBox or Halo vs GTA or PSP vs DS debates. Bottom line is this is THE best game for the PSP out right now. Period. After being heart broken that Madden 06 had major bugs, I am just elated that I have a full-fledged GTA complete with full "living," expansive city to roam freely in....ON A HANDHELD. Simply amazing.… Expand
  23. KevinT.
    Dec 7, 2005
    10
    this game got a 7.2 are you guys serious?...maybe you should get the download for the custom sound tracks....[www.1up.com]....awsome game, the missions are challenging but not too long, it's perfect for potable gaming...a must have...
  24. MiguelG.
    Oct 27, 2005
    10
    I don't get some people. This is a portable machine (PSP) it has a battery - it's suppose to run down..., the controls are diferent (PS2 controlers are the size of this machine itself)... This is a great technical achievement, I really hope developers keep doing their best (as they did with this LCS) and do not strip down the games for battery life sake, or load times, or I don't get some people. This is a portable machine (PSP) it has a battery - it's suppose to run down..., the controls are diferent (PS2 controlers are the size of this machine itself)... This is a great technical achievement, I really hope developers keep doing their best (as they did with this LCS) and do not strip down the games for battery life sake, or load times, or whatever, just push the machine to the limits, I'll buy a spare battery, and I'll get use to the controlls. Forget about this PS2 old timers.… Expand
  25. DougK.
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    I never expected to even like this game, since i got it for free. but i havent played anything else since. HELP im totally addicted .
  26. TonyM.
    Oct 30, 2005
    10
    Best game ever!!! i cant stop playing it!
  27. LeeR
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    This is the reason I purchased the PSP the day it came out. Sony is known for getting Grand Theft Auto on any system they put on the market. I Have been a fan of the series since day one. I only need a NBA, NFL, and Grand Theft Auto game to keep me happy on any system. Murder on the go is the perfect stress release. Besides if I wanted to play games with crappy grafics I owuld have a DSThis is the reason I purchased the PSP the day it came out. Sony is known for getting Grand Theft Auto on any system they put on the market. I Have been a fan of the series since day one. I only need a NBA, NFL, and Grand Theft Auto game to keep me happy on any system. Murder on the go is the perfect stress release. Besides if I wanted to play games with crappy grafics I owuld have a DS right now. DS=N64=crap. Game Cube made portable= good system if they can get there hands on GTA.… Expand
  28. mikeg
    Jan 3, 2006
    10
    excellent game, controls are BETTER than most psp games to date, hint:use left and right on your pad to switch targets while holding R1 Pressfield. Controls while driving are better than some of the racing games currently out for the psp (ex. nfs).Storyline is fun, custom soundtracks are an excellent idea, hope more psp games allow in future. If you haven't played this game,excellent game, controls are BETTER than most psp games to date, hint:use left and right on your pad to switch targets while holding R1 Pressfield. Controls while driving are better than some of the racing games currently out for the psp (ex. nfs).Storyline is fun, custom soundtracks are an excellent idea, hope more psp games allow in future. If you haven't played this game, you're missing out, unless, you didn't like the ps2 titles, which are still the best action/racing games out there.… Expand
  29. ChrisA.
    Feb 5, 2006
    10
    This is a good game for serious gamers. it dosnt take much to get into it but after a while it gets alittle boring.
  30. Adultgamer
    Nov 11, 2005
    10
    this game is great fun and being at the ripe old age of 45 its great to see. games like this just go to show you that there is a market for adult gamers. the controls for this game are perfect and the graphics are spot on overall a fantastic game and dont let any fuddy duddy tell you that your to old for games..
  31. Copycat
    Nov 11, 2005
    10
    GTA: Liberty City Stories is the first game in the series to hit the PSP, and you can bet it won't be the last. Given the dismal crop of PSP titles currently available, an original PSP-only GTA game couldn't have arrived at a better time. And the good news is, Liberty City Stories is a real Grand Theft Auto game, through and through. Whether you love the GTA series or despite GTA: Liberty City Stories is the first game in the series to hit the PSP, and you can bet it won't be the last. Given the dismal crop of PSP titles currently available, an original PSP-only GTA game couldn't have arrived at a better time. And the good news is, Liberty City Stories is a real Grand Theft Auto game, through and through. Whether you love the GTA series or despite it, the fact is that Liberty City Stories is on the same quality level as its bigger brothers on the PS2, Xbox, and PC. You'll be surprised by how few compromises Rockstar made in order to bring the world of Grand Theft Auto to the PSP.… Expand
  32. FredH.
    Nov 11, 2005
    10
    Hey Fred this is a good game and I am 35 and regarding your comments my PSP currently has GTA in it as well as some hardcore porn vids two albums and a handful of pictures containing nude women on it, its people like you who haven
  33. Monkeyman
    Nov 1, 2005
    10
    Hmmmmmmm let me see, it
  34. GrantMcDonald
    Nov 3, 2005
    10
    This review page is one of the funniest on the net, people who obviously havent played the game but have a DS in their pocket have some crazy desire to ridicule this FUN game. Why? This game is real good in fact i still dont know how they fitted it all in. The profressional reviewers all seem to agree that this game is a 9 even with cruddy controls so how can it be rated under 5, the only This review page is one of the funniest on the net, people who obviously havent played the game but have a DS in their pocket have some crazy desire to ridicule this FUN game. Why? This game is real good in fact i still dont know how they fitted it all in. The profressional reviewers all seem to agree that this game is a 9 even with cruddy controls so how can it be rated under 5, the only reason is to bring down the average. which is quite sad but makes for some funny reading.… Expand
  35. Monty
    Nov 4, 2005
    10
    Ive read all the user reviews and have come to the conclusion that most of them havnt even played the game. i picked up my copy on day of release and this is what i found. many reviews tell you about the control method, well there is nothing wrong with the controls, driving is spot on and walking and running has no issues either. Targeting the bad dudes is piss easy aswell, you hold the RIve read all the user reviews and have come to the conclusion that most of them havnt even played the game. i picked up my copy on day of release and this is what i found. many reviews tell you about the control method, well there is nothing wrong with the controls, driving is spot on and walking and running has no issues either. Targeting the bad dudes is piss easy aswell, you hold the R button to target and you use left or right to select a new target. the radio station are great aswell, the graphics are better than the original GTA III and the issue about saves isnt a problem because even if your on a mission you can just power off your PSP and say in 24 hours time u swtch it on again you wait 5 seconds and your back in the game exactly where you left off( this works for all PSP games as long as you havnt removed the disk) the only issue is that there is a blur when moving about but thats to be expected. do you remember when you first played GTA III and you got that feeling of awe, well stick in GTA LCS and you will get that old feeling back. overall a impressive game. and i prefere the short mission because im just happy running and driving about causing mayhem. 10/10… Expand
  36. James
    Nov 5, 2005
    10
    So the battery life sucks does it?!! On full charge I played for an hour and was expecting(because of other reviews) to be on 60% power but no 95% power!!! 5% power for an hour!!! You do the math. The controls do take time to get used to, only because of the size of the stick. On the last 3 GTA holding down the 2 shoulder buttons would give you the camara angle from both sides and the So the battery life sucks does it?!! On full charge I played for an hour and was expecting(because of other reviews) to be on 60% power but no 95% power!!! 5% power for an hour!!! You do the math. The controls do take time to get used to, only because of the size of the stick. On the last 3 GTA holding down the 2 shoulder buttons would give you the camara angle from both sides and the rear, on this one you have to hold L & left, right or down on the stick!!!!!!!! the stick, which is controlling the vehicle!!!!! WHAT A SHOCKER!!!!. Think of it like this, you're driving to a crossroad, you want to look left so you hold L and move the stick to your left, you are then hit by a car from your right AAARG!! The poor control setup has ruined the game for me!!! BUT and it's a big but, a simple push of the start button brings up the menu with the map, brief, stats, CONTROLS, audio, display and the brand new multiplayer sections. Go to "Controls" and change it from Control Setup 1 to Control Setup 2, now it's fixed, now it's the GTA I love. Now when driving to look left, hit L to look right, hit R to look behind you, hold both. Now you can do your drive-bys Tier2 Greek. Simple as you like. Also in this section you can swap the stick with the D-pad (I use the stick because the D-pad is a bit stiff for me) With this setup the handbrake is moved from the R button to pressing X & Square which makes for amazing power slides around corners, and leaving your index finger for grip, for better control. This setup is key because setup one is useless. Right the graphics, they are quite stunning, let down only by the blur due to the frame rate being lower than the PS2. This only occurs when on foot or on a bike and is more noticeable when Tommy is wearing black. The targeting system is fine and much improve on GTA 3 locking onto the nearest threat, NOT ONCE have I shot anyone by mistake in a heated shoot out. While holding down the Target button (R) and hitting down on the D-pad you get free aim which didn't feature in GTA 3. When in free aim mode holding down L slows down free aim giving you more control, ideal when using the stick. It's only the camara that sets the targeting apart from VC or SA. If only there was another stick! Nobody here has mentioned the sound, it's almost perfect!!! Although the radio does sound slightly like it's being streamed from the internet, but that's only because of the compression that's needed to fit on this tiny, tiny disc!! Also two words CUSTOM TRACKS!!! Go to the Audio section and it says Custom Tracks: Unavailable? Go to www.rockstar.com and download the program that converts your CDs into Custom Tracks, and listen to your favourite songs as you do a drive-by!!!! How cool is that!!!! So the only CONS of this game are: The bluring, the hard to control (on-foot) camara and (nothing to do with the game) the stick is hard to use on this game being very small, but you do get used to it. Once you get used to the controls and camara, you'll see What a fantastic game this is!!! To fit all of this on a disc that you could swallow is a miracle! The 7 multiplay levels(new to all GTA games) adds another dimension to the series. Buy it now! Someone said has nobody noticed how sparse the islands are? Yeah, sparse when I've run everyone over!!!… Expand
  37. JoeG.
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Controls better than a touchscreen. Looks better than a puppy in an empty room. With hours and hours of music it sounds better than ..."woof".
  38. General
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Great Game you would be a fool not to add it to your collection. WANTED: disillusioned Nintendo owners to write reviews for the PSP. Must be able to score rival handheld games with unrealistic low scores.
  39. Bill10
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    If your a gamer and you like the GTA series so far then i bet your gonna like this .forget the issues with the controls because they simply dont exist. the people who complain about the controls must have boxing gloves for hands.
  40. nintendofan
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Nintendogs is one of the best games to to found on the DS and the graphics are amazing so life like and how the cute little puppys walk up to the screen. its so cute. but then again i would prefere to be playing GTA picking up hookers killing cops and doing the normal hit and run thing.
  41. Hope
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Fantastic ive only 2 other games Ridge Racer and everybodys golf, and this game just make my collection all that much better. not dissapointed at all.
  42. TheTruth
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    I was a little concerned after reading some of the poor reviews in here but after picking it up anyway and having all my doubts dissapear all i can say is that some people are complete idiots and i wish they would write review for there Nintendos and stop dissing a game they will never own. oh hang on they do have GTA on the Nintendo, maybe they are jelous that theres is a top down I was a little concerned after reading some of the poor reviews in here but after picking it up anyway and having all my doubts dissapear all i can say is that some people are complete idiots and i wish they would write review for there Nintendos and stop dissing a game they will never own. oh hang on they do have GTA on the Nintendo, maybe they are jelous that theres is a top down version. I laugh at their misguided purchaces.… Expand
  43. GeoffM.
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    Look slackers just go away, how can you give this brilliantly crafted game a 3 or less, you must be jealous as hell. This is the fastest loading GTA yet, has all the bells and whistles of its big brother but its all in my pocket. The Holy Grail of portable entertainment is here.
  44. DSHater
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    Great game with no slow down what so ever, good controls and plenty of playability. I get just over 4 and half hours gameplay out of my PSP before the battery goes flat.
  45. JohnB.
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    This game is huge. well just as big as the original version. i was exspecting some of it to be watered down to cope with the amout of information, but NO this game has the same amount of traffic and people in it. and a plus is that it actually has a better redraw distance than the original GTAIII had.
  46. Follower
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    great game nothing wrong with the controls and nothing wrong with the game. picked up my copy on Nov 4 and been playing it non stop.
  47. Joey
    Dec 27, 2005
    10
    GTA Liberty City Stories is one of the best games I've ever played! The packages are a little harder to find but that doesn't make the game any less great. The graphics are fantastic and it's highly highly highly highly highly reccomended!
  48. BobbyB
    Oct 24, 2005
    10
    The best game you've ever played on your PSP! GTA: Liberty City Stories has great graphics,game play,character,locations TOP NOTCH! Go and get it now!
  49. MarkG.
    Oct 26, 2005
    10
    To bring a polished Liberty City to the PSP along with 10 radio stations, motorcycles and more, Rockstar deserves applause. We all know that this game will sell the PSP. Don't give Liberty City Stories a bad review because the control is not great - Rockstar is just working with what they've got. Fact is, once you get used to the PSP, there's nothing cooler than being able To bring a polished Liberty City to the PSP along with 10 radio stations, motorcycles and more, Rockstar deserves applause. We all know that this game will sell the PSP. Don't give Liberty City Stories a bad review because the control is not great - Rockstar is just working with what they've got. Fact is, once you get used to the PSP, there's nothing cooler than being able to play Grand Theft Auto anywhere!!!! It looks good, sounds good, and once again has a well-written story with fantastic voice acting. 10/10!!!… Expand
  50. StephenJ.
    Oct 27, 2005
    10
    Absolutely Unbelievable. I pulled out GTALC at work today and was totally in awe that here i was playing a GTA game with all its complexity while i should be working. The framerate is smooth, the widescreen view is Pixelisious. I love it. Try playing this on your DS Fanboys. Is it just one loony posting all those negative comments since they are posted in little groups.
  51. Matty
    Oct 27, 2005
    10
    It is the best game for psp the graphics r amazing dont listen to these stupid people who give it a low rating if u have a psp go and buy it. ok the controls take a bit getting used to but the rest is excellent i cant stp playing on it.
  52. qwerty
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    Simply marvellous.
  53. Gtafan
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    Best handheld game evar!!!
  54. LukeS.
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    Exactly what R* said they delivered. This is a full on GTA with nothing left out in fact even more stuffed in than i thought possible.
  55. DickS.
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    This GTA is a classic and will sell lots.
  56. KenD.
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    There seems to be 2 groups of people those that LOVE Liberty City and a few misguided souls that keep repeating the same review again and again. To these children i say, just go play the best handheld with the hugest screen and now with the best portable game EVER.
  57. MikeT.
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    This game is great. Everybody is rating this like a full blown ps2 game. Just remember that this time last year we were all playing side scrolling Mario on the gameboy advance. All i am saying is: rate this game as a GTA handheld game and not like a PS2 sequel to San Andreas and you will see that this game really is pushing the PSP's hardware to the max and we should all be thankfull This game is great. Everybody is rating this like a full blown ps2 game. Just remember that this time last year we were all playing side scrolling Mario on the gameboy advance. All i am saying is: rate this game as a GTA handheld game and not like a PS2 sequel to San Andreas and you will see that this game really is pushing the PSP's hardware to the max and we should all be thankfull for a great 3D, free roaming handheld GTA. Sure they could have fixed some bugs here and there but the psp's UMD can only hold 1.8GB and Rockstar Leeds had already coded all of the game in a special way to give us all of this extreme detail without sacrificing the bone structure that made GTA great on home consoles and that is a great feat. This is the best PSP game out and when your rating it, rate it for what it is... a HANDHELD game.… Expand
  58. AlexL.
    Jan 18, 2006
    10
    think about it its a portable GTA game, it might not have helicopters but theres a way to do that.
  59. Spike
    Jan 26, 2006
    10
    GTA:LCS is one of the best GTA games it is better than vice city but not san andras its a good game but it is a hard game to beat.
  60. HarryD.
    Oct 30, 2006
    10
    Its an awesome game with great graphics. I'm suprised that they could fit such a good game on that small disc.
  61. BobE.
    Jun 12, 2006
    10
    This game is skill and it does have helicopters in it. also just because its the same doesn't mean its suks.
  62. RickyB.
    Sep 18, 2006
    10
    The game stays true to form. You simply get lost in the experience and forget you are holding a PSP. The game is nearly flawless and can only improve with some new camera work. GTA is simply the greatest gaming series ever and will remain that way as long as there are video games.
  63. CraigS.
    Nov 14, 2005
    10
    Being Australian is great but the delays for GTALCS were driving me insane. Last week I happened across a U.S. copy and paying top dollar, grabbed it. From a full charge I play for close to 4 hours, which really is quite impressive and more than enough for me. The game itself is simply GTA with little compromises, the control of the cars is the best of the series so far. All this talk of Being Australian is great but the delays for GTALCS were driving me insane. Last week I happened across a U.S. copy and paying top dollar, grabbed it. From a full charge I play for close to 4 hours, which really is quite impressive and more than enough for me. The game itself is simply GTA with little compromises, the control of the cars is the best of the series so far. All this talk of crap controls is just an excuse to give ridiculous scores, with the nub, a fine level of movement can be achieved when walking or running. Targetting is quick and painfree. I expected the graphics to be real n64 like, with blurry textures, but everywhere you go its crisp and clean, and you can read all the writing on shops. My favourite PSP game and likely to become my favourite GTA game too.… Expand
  64. KellyS.
    Nov 3, 2005
    10
    Really Awesome
  65. JeffP.
    Nov 3, 2005
    10
    Good control. Great introduction to the series. A fine conversion from the console original. Not watered down trash but full and complete. They added so much its GTA on Steroids
  66. Gazcomsat
    Nov 4, 2005
    10
    Anyone who has played the PS2 version of this game and may be concerned by some of the reviews on here need not worry. Everything about GTA LCS is amazing. The Graphics are big & bold and the controls are simple once you've played for an hour or two. I do miss the right analogue stick to look around but the left shoulder button does an ok job. This really is GTA on a hand held and Anyone who has played the PS2 version of this game and may be concerned by some of the reviews on here need not worry. Everything about GTA LCS is amazing. The Graphics are big & bold and the controls are simple once you've played for an hour or two. I do miss the right analogue stick to look around but the left shoulder button does an ok job. This really is GTA on a hand held and actually betters the PS2 equivilent. Even the cut scenes look great with the mouths actually moving in sync with the words for once. Incredible.… Expand
  67. Cammac
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Spot on, great handheld carnage..
  68. Bob
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Great game and its good to see it on the PSP. ive found no issues with the controls and the graphics are better than the original PS2 version. i like the minimal story means i dont get in the way of the main reason to play GTA and thats to just cause carnage.
  69. Martine
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Cant see any real diffrence between this and the original version except its more playable.
  70. Grounder
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Game like this just go to show you just how powerful the PSP is. the game hasnt been out of my PSP since i got it.
  71. Max
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Controls / 8/10 Graphics / 10/10 Sound / 10/10 Playability / 10/10 the missions are no diffrent from the original GTA III, just that there are a diffrent story,
  72. Simple
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    Everything i wanted it to be. if this isnt your type of game then maybe your better off getting a Nintendo.
  73. MikeDoors
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    This portable GTA is the first time i have played a GTA game, because up to now i have only played nintendo products. But im getting sick of innovation being a dicky touchscreen which doesnt work and a microphone which wont recognise simple speech that i have already inputted. Now that i have grown up, GTA and my new PSP is the way of the future. Great control, almost perfect camera and This portable GTA is the first time i have played a GTA game, because up to now i have only played nintendo products. But im getting sick of innovation being a dicky touchscreen which doesnt work and a microphone which wont recognise simple speech that i have already inputted. Now that i have grown up, GTA and my new PSP is the way of the future. Great control, almost perfect camera and great detailed graphics which covers 3 cities. Buy it Live it… Expand
  74. StevenS.
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    Perfect game. The only game you will ever need. Hours and Hours of Fantastic Gameplay
  75. DSrulesG.
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    How can you drive a car with a touchsceen, thats right you cant you need an analogue controller. How can a cartridge hold 3 cities and over 60 songs and hours of speech, thats right it cant. Look boys and girls the PSP and GTA is a match made in Heaven. Im currently 15 hours in and keep finding new stuff like people doing funny stuff, finding new jumps i could go on and on, but i want to How can you drive a car with a touchsceen, thats right you cant you need an analogue controller. How can a cartridge hold 3 cities and over 60 songs and hours of speech, thats right it cant. Look boys and girls the PSP and GTA is a match made in Heaven. Im currently 15 hours in and keep finding new stuff like people doing funny stuff, finding new jumps i could go on and on, but i want to get back to LCS… Expand
  76. DonNoddy
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    The first game for adult gamers on the move. Who on earth wants to rub and talk to their game machine in public, and forever be branded a Fag. GTALCS is more than a game but a status symbol with excellent control and great graphics. Put aside your your blind faith in an archaic gameboything and be Somebody.
  77. sonny
    Dec 13, 2005
    10
    twice as fun as the original GTAIII, and just to make one thing clear there is noting wrong with the controls, the handleing of the vehicles is great fun and being on foot has no problems either i found the analog stick very precise and had perfect control over everything in game.
    the only type of person who will find the controls difficult for this game is the same type of person who    twice as fun as the original GTAIII, and just to make one thing clear there is noting wrong with the controls, the handleing of the vehicles is great fun and being on foot has no problems either i found the analog stick very precise and had perfect control over everything in game.
    the only type of person who will find the controls difficult for this game is the same type of person who uses a stick to control Mario.    … Expand
  78. AndrewL.
    Oct 24, 2005
    10
    This game takes everything from the console counterparts - the riveting stories, great music, wonderful cars, mediocre shooting controls, outstanding city graphics etc. and squeezes it onto a handheld. With BETTER graphics than all the console games. Truly amazing, and one of the greatest technical feats of our time.
  79. JasonR.
    Oct 25, 2005
    10
    Gta liberty city stories is truly a fascinating game. graphics game play and everything is equaly as good as xbox. controls are easy and every thing is fun this game is great i recomend it to ALL!!, go get it now!
  80. TerryB.
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    Wow, I guess too many were expecting SA on the PSP. Compared to GTA3, which this game was built around, this game is a step up. I'd rate this as equal to or maybe just a hair below Vice City on overall experiance. The controls are tough at first because you're losing 2 buttons from the console versions. But they are fine once you get used to it. YES it is free roaming, I spent Wow, I guess too many were expecting SA on the PSP. Compared to GTA3, which this game was built around, this game is a step up. I'd rate this as equal to or maybe just a hair below Vice City on overall experiance. The controls are tough at first because you're losing 2 buttons from the console versions. But they are fine once you get used to it. YES it is free roaming, I spent hours looking for packages, unique jumps and rampages. I'm not even half way through the story after almost 4 solid days of playing. The game is huge. Battery is no more a problem here than with 90% of all the other PSP games and loading times are very short by comparison. This game is a blast. I wish people would stop comparing it to the console versions. This is a portable GTA that has more content than GTA3 and is just as fun to play.… Expand
  81. Liam
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    if this game was released onto a major consol this would have got some poor reviewsplus it would be very unfair to compair this with a consol version, but the truth is its released onto a hand held system and this game would not run on anything that has nintendo written on it. controls are spot on considering its on a hand held system the graphics are amazing and the sound is top notch.if this game was released onto a major consol this would have got some poor reviewsplus it would be very unfair to compair this with a consol version, but the truth is its released onto a hand held system and this game would not run on anything that has nintendo written on it. controls are spot on considering its on a hand held system the graphics are amazing and the sound is top notch. missions are created for short term play, just aswell because i like to just pick up and play, if i wanted to have bigger missions ill just play GTA on my PS2. this is a great game and worth every penny. so far all the major mag reviews have got it right so ignore the reviews buy the couple of users who have spammed this review section with there anti playstation reviews(i guess they all have Nintendos and feal they have to play the my Handheld is better thn yours) 10 out of 10… Expand
  82. MyC.
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    GTALCS Leaps off the screen and grabs you by the neck and asks whos your DADDY. Outstanding
  83. Nintendofan
    Oct 29, 2005
    10
    Hey its about time, Its GTA in your Pocket. need i say more.
  84. RoryP.
    Nov 13, 2005
    10
    This game is probably the best psp game that will come out for the psp. Although the frame rate is slightly off when you start playing it seems to get MUCH better as you play for longer. The entire armada of vehicles are perfect. Every structure, person and weapon is perfectly detailed for the psp. They even decided to add the minigun which helps out a lot. There are only a few downsides This game is probably the best psp game that will come out for the psp. Although the frame rate is slightly off when you start playing it seems to get MUCH better as you play for longer. The entire armada of vehicles are perfect. Every structure, person and weapon is perfectly detailed for the psp. They even decided to add the minigun which helps out a lot. There are only a few downsides to this game, the main being the targeting system which prefers civilians over armed assasins which are shooting at you, the second being the level difficulty; the levels are extremely difficult at the beginning and its hard to get by even with cheats. These are only minor problems when you have an entire city in your pocket; three full islands packed with detail and adventure await you at any time you please. This game rocks and exceded all of my prior expectations, especially with the edition of custom tracks, whcih add a new dimension to the gameplay. Just to clear up a few issues and summarize, frame rate=very good for this game, and finally battery power=perfect. Although people like to say that their battery power runs out too quickly they are partially retarted. Battery power with a backlick runs at about 2.5-3 hours. How many times do you play for over that without stopping? Sheesh. Well, its a great game and if you have the cash and you can find a place that will sell it to you if you are under 17(Which is bullshit and can be blamed for all bad sales), then do yourself a favor and take this one home.… Expand
  85. CraigStevens
    Nov 14, 2005
    10
    Being close to 40, i like videogames as do many of my friends, and this game is the cats pyjamas, great on every level. Now im going to rate MariokartDS, a 1, because it sux, even though i dont have a DS nor have i seen the game in action but i have seen some filthy screenshots.
  86. MikeG.
    Nov 27, 2005
    10
    Best Game On The PSP or any handheld to date. A must own for anyone who has PSP.
  87. SalvyL.
    Dec 25, 2005
    10
    Yes, the controls and difficulty are problems for people just starting out. I'll admit that I really felt almost like giving up as Toni continually moved in jerky, sporadic ways and my cars kept flipping over. However, you CAN get used to the analog nubby doodle thing. I have, and I can hardly put it down (except, of course, to recharge my PSP... everything you've heard about Yes, the controls and difficulty are problems for people just starting out. I'll admit that I really felt almost like giving up as Toni continually moved in jerky, sporadic ways and my cars kept flipping over. However, you CAN get used to the analog nubby doodle thing. I have, and I can hardly put it down (except, of course, to recharge my PSP... everything you've heard about this game being a battery killer are true...). Rockstar could have simply made a port of GTA3 and ppl'd woulda bought it, I'm sure, but this game takes Liberty City and adds a new story and tons of fun new stuff. Everything is the same, if not better, than the console brethren (except San Andreas, of course). I personally don't buy into the whole "PSP has no games!!!" hype, as there are a ton of games I'm enjoying on the portable right now. This, however, is obviously the killer app.… Expand
  88. Zilcell
    Nov 7, 2011
    10
    It is even better than Grand Theft Auto III because you can play this game on the go on your PSP. It is mostly the same as GTA3, but there is little wrong with that.
  89. Annoymous1
    Dec 29, 2012
    10
    Grand Theft Auto Liberty City has to be the best GTA game for the PSP. The graphics are better than any other and the missions are so fun you will want to do it all over again. If you get a PSP this should be the first game you get
  90. TheRebel
    Apr 22, 2015
    10
    Gameplay:
    Gameplay is largely the same as previous installments, however, that isn't a bad thing! You can complete missions, go on a rampage, race against other cpu's, etc. I wouldn't consider Liberty City Stories a "watered-down" version of GTA. I would consider this game a console quality title, on-the-go. I'm very impressed with the seamlessness of the controls. It's a bit difficult to    Gameplay:
    Gameplay is largely the same as previous installments, however, that isn't a bad thing! You can complete missions, go on a rampage, race against other cpu's, etc. I wouldn't consider Liberty City Stories a "watered-down" version of GTA. I would consider this game a console quality title, on-the-go. I'm very impressed with the seamlessness of the controls. It's a bit difficult to control at first, but it'll eventually feel as if a second analog stick isn't even necessary.

    Story:
    Toni Cipriani, who was introduced earlier in the series, returns from lying low after the events of GTA 3. If you played GTA 3, you'll see many familiar faces and areas. Just like most GTA games, the main character is forced to do missions that include killing enemies, foiling plans, and every other ludicrous thing you can imagine! It's an amazing feeling to see such a great storyline, voice acting, and well-fleshed out characters appear on a handheld. The story does not disappoint and you will be satisfied by the conclusion of the game.

    Graphics:
    I'm impressed with the environments, animations, car physics, etc. A lot of hard-work and dedication was put into the making of this game, and the end result is a city that feels alive. Car models are well-made, environments are detailed, and a weather system is present. This is easily one of the best looking games on the psp!

    Verdict:
    I highly recommend this game! The gameplay, storyline, and graphics are impeccable! This is a must-own title if you own a psp! However, if you aren't a fan of previous titles, I wouldn't advise you to pick it up. It follows many of the mechanics that were in previous installments.    … Expand
  91. LuanGamer
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    Como primeiro jogo que zerei *_* , então esse jogo por mim é o melhor Grand Theft Auto , mais não vamos comparar gta v com lcs né ? , eu falo e confirmo cê lcs fosse produzido hoje em dia faria mais sucesso que o proprio gta v , ou então mesmo dessem mais valor a ele na época o sucesso seria triplicado não é mesmo ?
  92. serkanxz
    Aug 19, 2019
    10
    Awesome graphics and real 3d gta world on psp :O WOW you can play a 3d gta game on psp
  93. Vleidar
    Dec 8, 2019
    10
    Эта часть, и есть Гта 3. Только с урезанной графикой. Сюжет на высшем уровне. Карманная гта, заслуживает похвалы.
  94. YeestMcFouster
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is a masterpiece of a portable game. I've been playing on Android, and thanks to the "Mix Tape" radio function, that is playing your favorite music in a GTA title during an epic police chase, the gameplay stays fresh. Speaking of gameplay, expect the typical 3D GTA formula with slightly shorter missions to make up for it's "portable" market. There isGrand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is a masterpiece of a portable game. I've been playing on Android, and thanks to the "Mix Tape" radio function, that is playing your favorite music in a GTA title during an epic police chase, the gameplay stays fresh. Speaking of gameplay, expect the typical 3D GTA formula with slightly shorter missions to make up for it's "portable" market. There is a PS2 port of this game, but the Android/IOS and PSP ports are the best ways of playing this fantastic game. For completionists, you have trophies to collect, big jumps to hit, and of course, rampages! Similar to GTA: San Andreas, there are gang members that shoot you on sight, there is even a portion of the campaign where your own mother puts hits on you until you become a "made man". The amount of unlockable content in this game is second to none, you'll always find something to unlock in this game. Final verdict? 10/10… Expand
  95. Sklyarleone
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    Great game. One of my favorite parts of gta. It needs a remake or remastered. But that's never going to happen.
  96. Ahbuenotmcuidas
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    Hasta mejor que GTA IV, literal los únicos que odian este juego lo hacen in siquiera jugarlo
  97. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 1, 2023
    10
    Virtually identical to the PS2 version and just as good, which is a real technical achievement for a hand held console. One of the very best games on the PSP.
  98. Grones
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    Игра прекрасна,графика очень хорошая как для псп так и в целом.Сюжет интересный да и миссии очень крутые.Это как гта 3 на псп,но даже лучше
  99. Joeyboy
    Nov 4, 2005
    9
    I'm sorry but i don't inderstand what people are expecting rating this game below an 8...the game is amazing for a handheld and the multiplayer is some of the best i have played ...and including ur own music for radio stations is great.
  100. ThembanN.
    Feb 6, 2006
    9
    the game good and playable.good graphic and tricky stants.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 65 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 65
  3. Negative: 0 out of 65
  1. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    90
    As a value proposition, there's nothing on PSP that comes close. It's a gigantic game; the core gameplay will probably take you 40 or 50 hours to get through, and it has 33 additional "games" that have the potential to occupy you another five or even 10 hours, if you really want to push it.
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  2. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    92
    Although flawed, Liberty City Stories is a remarkable achievement; it shames the efforts that many other developers have put into their PSP games.
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  3. IGN
    90
    While rough around the edges, Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories offers a deep, console-like GTA experience. There's so much to see and do that finishing the main story portion leaves around 60% of the game to experience.
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