Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars

DS
 
9.2
excellent
 
CRITICS SCORE
9.4
(56 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
8.9
(980 ratings)
 

The Good

Doesn't feel like a compromise compared to other GTA games, Improves upon previous games with new features, The massive Liberty City from GTAIV is instantly recognizable, Intuitive controls make great use of touch screen, Lengthy story, loads of optional activities, and fun multiplayer modes.

The Bad

Multiplayer supports only two people, Camera doesn't always afford you a clear view of action.

The Bottom Line

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is an entirely original entry into the critically acclaimed Grand Theft Auto series, and brings a new level of interactivity to its sprawling open environments. With the use of the DS touchscreen, players will navigate their way through the streets as they uncover the truth behind an epic tale of crime and corruption within the Triad crime syndicate, delivering the unprecedented amount of depth that has become a true trademark of the franchise.

Game Screenshots

Game Specs

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story, Wi-Fi Co-op 2, Wi-Fi Versus

Online Features
Friends

 

Wireless
DS Multi-Card Play (1-2)

 

Controller Functions

GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Control Pad
Move. Left/Right = Steer. Down = Horn.

A Button
Fire Weapon. Punch (Hold). Roundhouse Kick (Tap 3 Times). Drive-By.

B Button
Sprint (Hold). Accelerate.

X Button
Enter Vehicle. Hail a Taxi (Hold). Exit Vehicle.

Y Button
Climb. Roll. Reverse. Brake.

 

L Button
Center Camera

R Button
Toggle Target Lock

Microphone
Hail a Taxi (Whistle)

Touch Screen
Check E-Mail. Open Inventory. Set GPS Waypoint. Throw Projectile Weapons.

Start
Pause Menu

 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "M"
This game is Rated: Mature
Content is most suitable for persons ages 17 and up. This game is likely to contain violence and blood, suggestive themes, or strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence
 
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars Cover
 
Game Info
Platform:Nintendo DS
Release Date:3/17/2009
Publisher:Rockstar Games
Developer:Rockstar Leeds
Genre:Action
ESRB Rating:M
Gamesite:--
 
Game Quality Ratings
Overall
9.3
Gameplay
9.5
Graphics
9
Sound
8.9
Concept
9
Difficulty: Medium
OVERALL
9.3/10
 
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