5 Reasons Why Gamers Should Try GTA Vice City Stories Before the Release of GTA 6
Rockstar introduced its own version of 1980s Miami in GTA Vice City back in 2002. Set in 1986, the game features many iconic locations that have gained recognition from fans. That’s why Grand Theft Auto enthusiasts can take a closer look at Vice City before the release of GTA 6 by playing Vice City Stories (2006).
This game takes place in 1984 and while the map is mostly the same, there are several significant changes. New locations such as Washington Beach Fairground have been added. Other places, like Washington Mall, have been removed or shown under construction.
Unique Gameplay Mechanics
GTA Vice City Stories introduces unique gameplay mechanics that haven’t appeared in any other Grand Theft Auto title. Players can take over various properties owned by rival gangs and start their own businesses. There are multiple types of activities that can be developed and upgraded.
It’s worth noting that these businesses can also be attacked by hostile gangs, and the game’s protagonist, Victor Vance, has the ability to create his own team to defend the businesses. The game also includes some enhancements from San Andreas, such as the ability to swim, as well as new types of weapons and vehicles.
Underrated Storyline
Vice City Stories tells the story of the Vance brothers, with Victor Vance as the main character. His story is entirely different from Tommy Vercetti’s story in GTA Vice City. While Tommy is a ruthless criminal trying to achieve a dominant position in Vice City’s underworld, Victor is a former soldier who simply tries to protect and support his family and loved ones.
Victor is arguably the least morally ambiguous protagonist in the entire series and seldom engages in mindless violence. This was the last Grand Theft Auto installment created by Rockstar before the release of the dark and serious Grand Theft Auto 4 in 2008, which is evident in their drastic change of direction.
Made for a Portable Console
Vice City Stories was initially released for the portable Sony PSP console, so the controls in the game are perfectly suited for manual control. It was also ported to PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3. However, some fans also play it on emulators on their smartphones since it was never officially included in the GTA catalog for mobile devices.
At no point is the game as stiff as the original Vice City. Rockstar learned a lot from their previous games and applied similar controls to those in San Andreas, as well as gameplay mechanics in Vice City Stories.
Rediscover the 80s
Vice City Stories has an iconic soundtrack with several classic hits from the 80s. The game brings back several radio stations from GTA Vice City, such as Flash FM, Wave 103, V-Rock, Emotion 98.3, and Radio Espantoso. All radio stations have been refreshed with new songs that are equally iconic as those from Vice City. The 80s atmosphere has been preserved, just like in the original Vice City. The game features new outfits that represent the fashion of that era, and neon lights in practically every location look much better in Grand Theft Auto Vice City Stories.
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