Grand Theft Auto Vice City
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(Playstation 2 - US, Action & Adventure)
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Rockstar Games
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Take-Two Interactive
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Set in the vibrant and notorious city of Vice City, Grand Theft Auto Vice City is an open-world game where you play as Tommy Vercetti, a former war hero turned gangster. Your mission is to take down several rival gangs and bring order to the city's underworld.
The gameplay in Grand Theft Auto Vice City is fast-paced and action-packed, with a variety of missions and challenges to complete. You'll need to navigate through traffic, avoid police officers, and take out enemies with your trusty gun. The game also features a dynamic weather system and day-night cycles, adding to the immersive experience.
Grand Theft Auto Vice City was released on the Playstation 2 console on 29th October 2002 for PlayStation 2.
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5026555301787 (Germany)
Part #:
SLES-51595 (Germany)
Media #:
SLES-51595-P (Germany)
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This is an open-world action-adventure game set in the crime-ridden, 1980s-inspired Vice City. Players navigate a vibrant yet dangerous urban landscape, engaging in various activities from street racing and clubbing to acquiring weapons and participating in illicit dealings. The game emphasizes exploration and interaction within a city dominated by wealth, corruption, and diverse subcultures.
Story
FACTS ABOUT VICE CITY
History
Vice City is currently run by dealers and weasels. Millionaires in expensive suits and flash cars spend their afternoons determining the fate of the less fortunate and waging war on rival drug barons.
Climate
Vice City's warm weather is likely the main reason for its habitation. The weather is generally hot and sunny all year round, with occasional showers and thunderstorms.
Government and Politics
Congressman Alex Shrub is the Republican representative for Vice City. He is a figure to watch in the right-wing world of Vice City politics, hailed as a golden boy who promises solutions and charms everyone. However, gossip labels him a drunken lech concerned only with seducing interns or finding his next scotch.
There is a strong military presence in Vice City. Fort Baxter Air Base is located close to the airport.
Economy
Vice City's economy relies heavily on tourism and the black market. A lot of money, some real and some not, floats around the city. It changes hands in large quantities and moves quickly through those who know how to spend it.
Religion
In Vice City, money is God. Even local TV and radio superstar evangelist Pastor Richards offers guaranteed entry to heaven for the right price. Make a donation and you will be saved.
Population and People
The population of Vice City is approximately 1.8 million inhabitants. Many are foreign-born, while the rest are inbred. A large proportion are Cubans, Haitians, rednecks, and retirees.
AREAS OF INTEREST
Little Haiti
Little Haiti is the center of Haitian life in Vice City. A phrase book may be useful if you don't speak much Creole. It's well worth the trip, especially to visit Auntie Poulet for voodoo and gumbo. Phil Cassidy's hang out is also located nearby.
The Beach
Head to the beach for a romantic stroll, to ensure you aren't being followed, for a dramatic showdown, or just to take in the sunset, top up your tan, or do some bodybuilding.
Shark attacks off Vice City happen a few times a year. There are more sharks out there than you would like to think, so the best advice is to stay out of the water!
Ocean Drive
Cruising down Ocean Drive is a serious night out in Vice City. The strip's neon hotels and bars are full of Vice City's young and beautiful, including models, actors, tourists, dealers, and millionaires, all out having a good time. During the day, roller skaters line the beachfront, and bikini-clad beauties stroll along the sand and fill the cafés.
Little Havana
The Cuban influence is strong throughout the city, particularly prevalent in Little Havana. Spanish is the predominant language, and the majority of inhabitants are Cuban exiles. If you visit the neighborhood, we highly recommend taking the time to visit Café Robina.
Vice City Skyline
Vice City's skyline is, like most of Vice City, misleadingly beautiful. At night, the buildings are illuminated and give an enticing illusion of glittering perfection.
Vice Port
Vice Port is located to the south of the city.
PLACES TO STAY
Hotels
Vice City has a variety of hotels, some more welcoming than others.
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Ocean View Hotel: Comfortable but discreet. A good place to stay when you first arrive in town.
ENTERTAINMENT & NIGHTLIFE
Bars and Clubs
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The Malibu Club: Vice City's hottest nightclub. Strict door policy, expensive drinks, beautiful women. Located in Vice Point.
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The Greasy Chopper: The place to be if you're feeling up for a fight or screaming through Vice City on two wheels. A spot for an exciting night out, but wait for an invitation. Regular Mitch Baker doesn't take kindly to strangers just wandering in off the street. Located Downtown.
Restaurants
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Café Robina: Serves the best, most authentic rice and beans north of Havana. Stop in for coffee if you're in the area. Located in Little Havana.
Strip Joints
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Vice City's favorite daughters, packed to the gills with silicone. No touching. Located in Ocean Beach.
The Arena
Catch a show or enter the competitions. Located Downtown.
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Blood Ring Destruction Derby
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Dirt Ring Obstacle Course
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Hot Ring Stock Racing
Dirtbikes
Feed your inner redneck. Located on Ocean Beach and in north Downtown.
Golf
Jack old rich dudes for their golf carts. They can afford new ones. Located in Vice Point.
Street Racing
Street racing is popular in Vice City. Locations and participants change frequently, but you can usually find them posted on a noticeboard at Sunshine Autos.
SHOPPING
AMMU-NATION
Still the best place in town to get what you need to exercise your constitutional right to carry a lethal weapon.
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North Point Mall
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Ocean Beach
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Downtown
Phil's Place
If you are looking for more heavy-duty weaponry and don't need retail customer service, visit Phil Cassidy's warehouse north of Little Haiti.
The North Point Mall
Rammed with every conceivable opportunity for a bit of retail therapy.
D.I.Y.?
Use your imagination. Get yourself some equipment and put it to good use.
Raphael's
Sharp suits, smooth threads. Prepare yourself for a night out in Vice City, you need to look good.
HOWLIN' PETES BIKER EMPORIUM
Serving downtown Vice City
Enemies & Characters
DIAZ
Cuban crimelord (alleged).
the twins
Companions of Diaz.
AVERY
Real estate mogul taking in the V.C. nightlife.
GONZALEZ
Colonel Cortez's right hand man.
MITCH BAKER
In serious dress code violation.
STEVE SCOTT
Porno king out scouting locations, and talent, for his next feature.
LANCE
Showing off his new portable telephone.
MERCEDES
Breaking curfew with Vice City's rich and infamous.
KEN ROSENBERG
Legendary sheister making a rare out-of-bathroom-stall appearance.
Controls
△ button
ENTER VEHICLES
○ button
SHOOT
✕ button
SPRINT
□ button
JUMP
L2 button
WEAPON SELECT
L1 button
CENTERS CAMERA
R2 button
REPLACE CURRENT WEAPON
R1 button
BUY BUSINESS (or) WEAPON SELECT
buttons
TARGET LOCK-ON (L2 to switch targets)
L3 button
CROUCH
button
TOGGLE CAMERA VIEW
R3 button
LOOK BEHIND
R& buttons
LOOK BEHIND (pressed together)
How to Play
GETTING AROUND
by car
It has been said that Vice City is a city of sun, fun, fast cars and beautiful women. It's definitely the place to be if you love flash sportscars, especially if you're not paying.
See one you'll look cool in? Even better if the colour matches your outfit.
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Press button to get into the vehicle.
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Press button to put your foot down.
by motorbike
Need to feel the wind in your hair? You may want to learn a few tricks to impress whoever may be watching.
by boat
Vice City prides itself on its clean, beautiful, sparkling blue waterways. Enjoy them! Boats are a great way to get around.
by air
The seaplane
The seaplane is a great way to see the city and make any urgent deliveries you need done quickly. Tours leave from the docks regularly, not that most people seem to bother with a schedule.
Helicopter
Make an entrance. Arrive in style. In case you've never flown one before and need a crash course, it's worth remembering the basics:
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button: Ascend
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button: Descend
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R2 & L2 buttons: Rotation
on foot
Want to go for a stroll along the beach? Or don't want to crush your suit getting into a low sportscar?
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Press and hold button to run faster - but watch the sweat on that suit.
Fitness is a fad, and though you may not be into a full-on workout tape with legwarmers, a bit of training not only keeps you slim but also builds your stamina.
Vice City Airport
Escobar International Airport is situated on the southwest side of town next to Fort Baxter Air Base and is easily reachable by road, although you will have to pass through Little Havana to get there.
NAPALM FOR YOUR SKIN
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FIGHTING THE WAR AGAINST PERSPIRATION
Sunshine Autos
FACTS FOR THE VISITOR
When To Go
You'll want to time this according to when 'business' is booming, although there isn't really any such thing as a 'quiet period' in Vice City.
What To Bring
You will see many people in bathing suits, the smaller the better, but these are really only for the beautiful people of Vice City. Generally you can't go wrong with a smooth suit (light colours are good - blues, pinks, neutrals).
Maps
You will find a useful map included with this guide.
Legal Matters
Always befriend a lawyer. In Vice City this is truer than ever, in fact this should be the first thing you do.
The Police
The police in Vice City are tough and aren't afraid of calling for backup. Before you know it a minor infringement can escalate into a full-blown showdown.
Documents
Don't ever travel with real ID.
Customs & Immigration
VICE CITY PORT AUTHORITY. Due to Vice City's infamous popularity with smugglers, customs officers are known to be thorough in their searches! The best advice is don't get caught.
Crime
Tourists are a prime target for carjackings and highway robberies. Carjackings are common in Vice City and tourists should use caution at all times.
Personal Safety
Always carry a weapon.
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button to fire
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RT button to target
Remember, you can only pack one weapon of each type at a time (one melée weapon, one handgun, etc).
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Press L1 button to replace your current selection with the new one, extra ammo will transfer right over.
Money
Carry a lot of it, always cash, it looks good. Besides that, you'll need it as there is plenty to spend your money on in Vice City. You can never have too many clothes, cars, mansions, or places to hide out.
Hospitals
Hospitals are located throughout the city:
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Downtown
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Vice Point
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Ocean Beach
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Little Havana
Doing Business
When you arrive in town, no matter how experienced you are, you will need to make connections and schmooze to get your foot in the door. We suggest you go out, meet people, party with the right crowd to get to know what's going on in town.
Extra Work
Everyone has a quiet spell or has a job go bad and needs to make a bit of cash quick to see you through. Vice City is full of opportunities to make an extra buck or two.
Insurance
All businesses need protection. You never know what kind of 'accidents' can happen. Remember, insurance is always money well spent.
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