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Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars – DS Game

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Rated 4.78 out of 5 based on 168 customer ratings

(168 customer reviews)

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Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars Nintendo DS Game

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Genre:Action & Adventure
Platform:Nintendo DS
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ESRB:Mature
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6720 reviews for Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars - DS Game

4.78/5

Based on 6720 Ratings

agoodmom
Rated 4 out of 5
Fun game to pass the time with. I played this everyday. Some of the challenges are hard but that is what makes the game good. I brought this for a very good price and it was worth the money.
January 31, 2023
linda walters
Rated 5 out of 5
My 15 yo son loves this game, Thanks so much !!
January 29, 2023
Krom Kael
Rated 5 out of 5
WOW!!! It's hard to believe this is a DS game. Way to go, Rockstar!! It's the BEST DS game yet.
January 28, 2023
Cheddarwes
Rated 5 out of 5
I do not own many games for my DS, but I like to think this is because I am picky. Though I did not look into this game too much before deciding to purchase it, this game sounded like a good time so I took a chance. Even sweeter was that it was (and still is) sitting at $29.99. Pretty much one of the best decisions I have ever made. This game is just good fun and it's virtually endless in terms of game play and goals. The graphics are surprisingly good for the DS and the city, though probably not as big as some of the other games, is still pretty big. Feels like a nod to GTA 2 which I really liked playing. Even though I'm not super into the franchise, I love this game and if you own a DS, getting this game is a no brainer.
January 27, 2023
Shimmy Pilates
Rated 5 out of 5
Not only did they capture the console experience, they refined it in a lot of ways. From saving your progress on the fly to much more varied side missions. And each use of the touch screen is better than the last. Hot wiring cars and disarming bombs are involving and never tedious. My absolute favorite ds game.
January 26, 2023
Israel Estrada
Rated 5 out of 5
The item is perfect to me and my family i'm very Satisfied with the product, i'm recommend this product to use.
January 25, 2023
Joan Camilo Granados
Rated 5 out of 5
The game is pretty good, is different. In my opinion I would go with the PSP version, but it is my taste of it. This version is also interesting indeed. Another version of GTA games to consider
January 24, 2023
J. Vance
Rated 4 out of 5
I've been a GTA nut for a decade and always thought a decent port could be made for the dual-screen mode of play. This title keeps the spirit of the series while taking it in a more storyline direction, with great videos and as much fun as you're going to have outside of Mario Bros. Very cool!
January 23, 2023
Rhonda K. Bankhead
Rated 5 out of 5
Was a gift for someone but no problems
January 19, 2023
paula tripp
Rated 5 out of 5
great game!
January 17, 2023
Richard Baker
Rated 4 out of 5
The Good: Looks amazing, new additions are welcomed, smooth controlsThe Bad: Short, no voice actingA `ol GTA on the PSP once again. We had two great outings so far with Liberty City Stories and Vice City Stories which were you're standard traditional GTA games that were executed almost flawlessly. Chinatown Wars is a great treat because it is not a "mini" version of past console GTA games, but the first top down GTA game since GTA2, but this time it doesn't suck.There are a lot of new elements in Wars, but we'll get to that eventually. You play as a Chinese guy (instead of all those Italians and that one black guy...) named Huang who is supposed to deliver a sword to his dead dad's boss so his uncle can become the new leader of the triad. It turns out the sword gets stolen and you are on a wild goose chase to find it. Like previous GTA games this one's story has great plot twists all the way to the very last mission and it will keep you playing for hours. Since this was a port from the DS there is no voice acting, but drawn panels with written dialogue which is just fine for this type of game.If you're thinking top down GTA hinders game play you're dead wrong. The controls are so smooth and easy to use. Unfortunately, lock on targeting is still an issue, but everything you love in a GTA game is here plus some. You can sprint, jump, shoot, toss grenades all in you're criminally intent glory. Controlling the cars in this game is sweet and smooth (unlike GTA4) and they tur.
January 15, 2023
T. Jones
Rated 4 out of 5
Okay, this isn't the best game ever. There are issues with driving and the radio is crap.But there is no question, if you are eighteen or older and own a DS/DSi/3DS then you need Grand Theft Auto Chinatown Wars. You need this to flesh out your system. It has the large world of Liberty City to explore with enough weapons, vehicles, and secrets to keep you going. The drug trade minigame is entertaining enough and the main system for income. The missions are challenging (Especially when the racing missions appear) but most of them are not impossible.The dark humor of GTA is present and a refreshing development. The theme is dark but not heavy, and the comedy is funny enough to make you smirk.The graphics are great for DS. The music is not. The sound effects for traffic, people shouting, guns firing, and ect are perfect. The controls work well for walking but not so much for driving.I'd give this a solid 8.5/10 for being one of the best DS games to exist and one of the few open world games on the DS ever!
January 14, 2023
tmallis
Rated 5 out of 5
Rockstar never disappoints. This is a great addition to the GTA series. If you own a DS then this game is a much have.
January 13, 2023
Francoise Traillou
Rated 5 out of 5
GREAT GAME! FAST SHIPPING
January 13, 2023
Joseph Jespersen
Rated 5 out of 5
First off, a word of caution. This game is not for children. It is for mature audiences only. With that said, I can honestly say that I have enjoyed this version of the GTA franchise more than any other version out there (San Andreas and GTA IV: Lost and the Damned coming in close).To enjoy this game, you have to look at it for what it is: a top-down viewed, platformer-esque, free-world game. The graphics are crisp and you know exactly what is happening in the screen. Rockstar included a number of details that we've all come to love and appreciate from the GTA IV series, such as: Boats, light poles falling over when hit, Ammu-nation, and cool duck and hide while shooting system.So, what actually makes this game better than the rest? I've compiled a list of things that Chinatown Wars has or does better than GTA IV:- Better vehicle characteristics.- More involved police hiding system (when you take down a police vehicle, your chances of escaping go up).- Mini-games, some of which pay you money (Such as stealing a car, cutting into the side panels of vans to look for drugs, scratch lottery games, etc.)- Ammu-nation delivers to your door.- Drug dealing is very lucrative (I found that in GTA IV, it was difficult to make money. With a bit of effort, making money in Chinatown Wars is easy).Don't let the top-down graphics and layout turn you off. It's a large game with a funny story line that will keep you involved for quite some time.
January 10, 2023
J. Bay
Rated 5 out of 5
This was the best GTA since San Andreas! If your a fan of portable game systems, like myself, and love Grand Theft Auto, this is the best one. You can hotwire cars, deal smack, and unlike the other portable GTA's, you can swim without the risk of drowning in a pool of your own urine! Great story, okay graphics, weapons, hot rods, and a path of ultimate destruction and chaos! Buy this game if you own PSP and love killing games. WARNING: THIS GAME IS AWESOME!
January 9, 2023
Kevin Faultner
Rated 5 out of 5
The lower-star reviews on this game are garbage; Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is every bit of a modern GTA experience as GTAIV and its relatives. The sprawling metropolis of Liberty City, tons of cars to hijack with unique handling and physics, tons of missions (with new replay feature), in-depth narrative with a silver tongue, guns, stunts, police chases, drug dealing, the works. Everything is presented here to make Chinatown Wars an experience on-par with the franchise's biggest releases, and the fact that Rockstar Leeds managed to cram all of this awesomeness into a tiny, half-gig DS cartridge is a feat in and of itself. If you missed out on Chinatown Wars the first time around, don't hesitate to pick this up now. It's brilliant.
January 8, 2023
Katonia
Rated 5 out of 5
Thanks you so much. It came so quickly! This is exactly what my son wanted. He is going to be so excited.
January 8, 2023
D. Hardy
Rated 5 out of 5
Best M rated DS game I've played by triple A studio Rockstar. The interface is fine for this system, keep great titles coming is all I ask.
January 7, 2023
WilfridCrist
Rated 4 out of 5
As advertised.
January 6, 2023
Eagle Vision
Rated 5 out of 5
WARNING: This game is intended for adults since it features expletives, drug activity, and violent crime (one of the bosses cuts out someone's heart; not exactly for the faint of heart).The game is accompanied by a map of the entire city which is helpful for points of interest in the game. The GPS featured in the game is less helpful for this. The city is extensive with numerous building establishments, businesses, parks, tolls booths, clubs, stores for lottery scratch cards, gas stations, and even boating activity.The storyline is captivating where your character is following a time line of avenging his father's death, while assisting members of the 'organization' to win power struggles. When on an assignment, you are directed to carry out missions which are quite elaborate - fighting, killing, protecting characters, rescuing and illicit pharmaceutical sales.Sound is good for a hand held platform with voices, sound effects, and music. The soundtrack is original and adds to the ambiance of the game. The graphics are detailed and there is a lot of attention to detail with regards to the surroundings. You can interact with many of the items in one way or another.Game play is accomplished through the use of the keypad and buttons for navigation, fighting, and shooting. The touchscreen is used to carry out tasks of hotwiring cars, vandalizing cars, making Molotov cocktails, accessing the PDA/email. The interface is good but navigation with the cars are, at times, awkward.
January 6, 2023
Sheadyon
Rated 5 out of 5
Game is good great graphics for a Nintendo DS gameplay is spetacular, but story was could've been longer but after you finish it you could do side missions there are a lot to do.
January 6, 2023
rainbowwoman
Rated 4 out of 5
I bought this for a Grandson who told me what game He wanted. He seems to enjoy it. It didn't take him long to beat the game.
January 5, 2023
Prince C.
Rated 4 out of 5
ok
January 5, 2023
Miguel
Rated 5 out of 5
Game was in mint condition. Good
January 5, 2023
blcow2
Rated 5 out of 5
Very good game I can play it tell the battery goes out on the DS Game. Cant wait to play it some more when the battery charges. Great game lots of fun.
January 5, 2023
Eileen
Rated 5 out of 5
My daughter loves this game! Not sure if that's a good or bad thing but either way, she was very pleased! Thanks!
January 3, 2023
K. Williams
Rated 5 out of 5
This game is a fun game, the young man that received it really likes it and plays alot. The packaging I received it in was good.
January 2, 2023
David
Rated 5 out of 5
When I heard there was a GTA game for the DS, I was very skeptical, but the game is actually very solid. Nice, fluid controls, clever use of the DS touch screen and PACKED with things to do. Easily recommended!
January 2, 2023
YRRB
Rated 5 out of 5
I bought this for my brother's birthday and he absolutely loves it. I can't say to much about this game since i have never played before.
January 2, 2023
ChuckChias
Rated 5 out of 5
This is the best game I've ever played on a handheld; it's fun and there's always something new to discover, definitely, a game that is worth buying a console for.
October 22, 2022
deanna armijo
Rated 5 out of 5
I wouldn't think that a handheld grand theft auto game would be fun but I was greatly mistaken. Further to the point for the Nintendo DS nonetheless. It is an homage to the earlier titles (1 and 2) if you liked those games you are most likely going to enjoy this
October 19, 2022
Belinda paredes
Rated 5 out of 5
My son loves playing this game my son loves playing this game
September 25, 2022
Alex
Rated 5 out of 5
This is a title worthy of the GTA brand in every way. As polished and detailed as any GTA game.The graphics, sound, PDA, etc. takes the DS's technology farther than I thought possible. This is not just a top-down game, most objects in the game are truly 3d.Hard to argue against this being the best title ever for the DS.
August 29, 2022
J. Brown
Rated 4 out of 5
I really enjoyed this game a lot, despite its predictable conclusion. It is expansive (it takes at least a few minutes to drive from one end, say the bottom left corner, of the city, diagonally up to the top right of the city). As I got toward the end of the game, I found that it did hiccup occasionally, not enough to be particularly distracting or problematic in the game play, but it served as a reminder of how big the game really is.My only qualm with the game is that there isn't a whole lot of replay once you've beaten it. You can do the side missions (hijacking drug vans, ambulances, cop cars and the ammunation van, finding and destroying the cameras, rampages against rival gangs, and helping out random suckers as they pop up on the map), but it's not as fun or engaging in my opinion, when the only real reward is money, which I already had a lot of anyway.
August 1, 2022
Micki Free is Not a Girl
Rated 5 out of 5
I am about 75% of the way through the story, and I have to say that this is by far my favorite game for the DS. I am a big fan of all of the GTA game, and this game did not disappoint. Even though it is on the DS, and I did not think it would be as deep as other games in the series, it definitely is. Tons of side game (including the drug dealing game, which is great). You have a very deep story line, and a big city with a ton of different stuff to do. Also, the game does a great job of incorporating the touchscreen into the game.If I had to make one gripe, it would be with the camera. However, you get over this within an hour of gameplay. It is just an adjustment from other games in the series, obviously.Overall, great game, just as many other reviewers and sites have said. I would say a must have for the DS or DSi.
April 29, 2022
Kim
Rated 5 out of 5
i love playing this game but is somewhat violent , but very fun to play
April 6, 2022
ARTE
Rated 4 out of 5
few options are to purchase this console games, but these offers and help me surprise my pocket, I hope this does not end soon
March 27, 2022
Alfredo Iglesias
Rated 5 out of 5
EXCELENTE PRODUCTO
March 9, 2022
Susan Winters
Rated 5 out of 5
Great game, grandson loves it. Arrived within time stated and was package very well. Recommend to any gamer to likes action.
March 9, 2022
richard crook
Rated 4 out of 5
very good.
March 9, 2022
Ryan
Rated 5 out of 5
Amazing
March 9, 2022
MilanBorer
Rated 5 out of 5
Love this game
March 9, 2022
ILUVTOSHOP
Rated 5 out of 5
Worked and played fine until it was stolen. Great price!
March 9, 2022
Curtis F.
Rated 4 out of 5
GTA series finally comes to Nintendo device. Nice campaign of decent length. Not a lot to do after beating the game.
March 9, 2022
meagan l dube
Rated 5 out of 5
fun game for what it is.. we love it!
March 8, 2022
masterz
Rated 5 out of 5
Awesome GTA for the DS. The cartoony graphics are pretty cool and I like the interactive touch screen sections.
March 8, 2022
Shaide
Rated 4 out of 5
This plays almost absolutely nothing like modern GTA titles, in fact it sort of goes back to it's roots, when the series was known as a top down driving game. This is kind of a disappointment, because I never appreciated the series back then. Once the game went 3D free-roam, was when I got hooked.Don't get me wrong, the game isn't horrible, but it's not what I expect from a GTA game, and is the least impressive GTA game on the PSP. It lacks 3D free roam, and real radio stations(All of which were available in the previous 2 GTA stories games)However, I should also state that if you absolutely MUST get this title, then the PSP version is the best one to get. It looks better than other console versions, and plays much smoother.Bottom line, get this ONLY if you enjoy the original GTA games, but if DO enjoy those titles, then you will be pleasantly surprised with this game.
March 8, 2022
Fast Riley 13
Rated 4 out of 5
pretty cool playing grand theft auto on a handheld as well as nintendo liked the game worth a try thanks
March 8, 2022
Ryu Jeag Rac
Rated 5 out of 5
Good
March 8, 2022
B. Benton
Rated 5 out of 5
Let me preface this review by saying that I am not a GTA fanboy, I have never played another GTA game.I have a large DS library spanning many tastes and genres. GTA: Chinatown Wars is, by far, the most enjoyable game that I own. I would place it in front of Mario Kart, Tetris, Chrono Trigger, or Puzzlequest. The art is great, the story is funny yet good, and the gameplay is top notch.I was very worried that the city would be far too small to truly get lost in, I was wrong. I was worried the missions would get repetitive, or boring, again, I was wrong.There is no reason that this game should not be selling like mad. I have been waiting for years for a game like this to hit the DS. It was worth the wait.
March 8, 2022
A.Wells
Rated 5 out of 5
Finally the ever so popular GTA hits the ever so popular DS! You can tell a whole lot of effort has been put into this game. The graphics look great and it is a BIG DS game. The town is HUGE. Its addictive and it still gives you that GTA feel to it. Its the same sandbox enviroment and you can do missions. The only thing I don't like is the fact that the game is in bird's eye view. Driving can get a little confusing but you'll get used to it. I have a feeling this game would be a best shop.NOTE: This game is for mature audiences only. If you are willing to buy this for your kid, make sure he/she is mature enough.
March 8, 2022
Darci J Hoopingarner
Rated 5 out of 5
Awesom! Would highly recommend.
March 8, 2022
Duane
Rated 5 out of 5
Best fun i had on my DS, I still play it today.
March 8, 2022
Marc J. Waters
Rated 5 out of 5
So I am really conflicted as to which way to take this review. I have been playing it off and on for about the past 3 weeks and there is something unsettling about the fun and the innovation of this game. For example, stealing a car isnt a quick matter of hopping in the driver's side and speeding away anymore. You now have to use the stylus to manipulate the ignition block or to start the car using a pass code (both of which have to be done in a time frame before an alarm sounds). There are also things like having to start the engine of a boat by winding the cord and pulling it out quickly similar to a lawn mower. Other touch screen innovations are abound, and that leads me to why I am conflicted...This innovation was made for the family. I feel that there a number of other games that could have used this innovation that didn't, and they were perfectly acceptable for bringing the family together. This game, which is a blatant sin against God (which is NOT a bad thing in this case) and is clearly not meant for certain audiences not only uses the technology, but excels at it. It is a SHAME that not all gamers will have the opportunity to see what a marvel Rockstar has made here.But... thats been my rant. On to the pros.My biggest compliment for this game is the fact that there is so much to do. Want to do missions? Go for it! Want to take a taxi for a spin and earn money by taking fares? Thats here, too. Want to go over to the boardwalk and drive go karts to pass time trials? G.
March 8, 2022
shopperpj
Rated 5 out of 5
Grift
March 8, 2022
Sonic
Rated 5 out of 5
this is awesome. i didn't know they could stuff so much memory onto a little ds cartridge. it may be a topdown view but that doesn't take away from the fun of the game. you get to do a little more then the psp version of this title. so far i've done five missons or so. progressing is tough but worth it. it's a must have for any gta fan who owns a ds or 3ds. i highly recomend this game.
March 8, 2022
Rickey
Rated 5 out of 5
I received gta chinatown wars in the mail along with a very special message. A postcard made with construction paper that says '' THANK YOU ''. I thought that was very sweet. THANK YOU TOO!!
March 8, 2022
CAYONNA L BRUMFIELD
Rated 5 out of 5
I been looking all over for this tape for my daughter and she finally got it. The price was reasonable and she loved it.
March 7, 2022
Sam
Rated 5 out of 5
Bought this for my little brother in law who loves everything I do, including GTA.He was always in my hair and a little annoying as many 11 year olds are so I decided to buy him this and he loves it! More importantly I can play my games in peace! lolAnd don't worry his mom lets him play rated "M" games, so before you go lecturing or judging just know he was going to play these types of games anyway.
March 7, 2022
HulksRage
Rated 5 out of 5
GAME WAS A LOT OF FUN. SO MUCH STUFF TO DO ON SUCH A SMALL CARTRIDGE.
March 7, 2022
smartestguy2014
Rated 5 out of 5
I love this game! Reminds me of the Grand theft auto game for my PSP system. Once you play it, you'll never want to stop! Keep buying games from retrolio if you have retrolio prime only since you get it in 2 business days (or earlier in somee cases).
March 7, 2022
Leonard Bromberg
Rated 4 out of 5
Great game but have really played it for a long time yet.
March 7, 2022
undecided
Rated 5 out of 5
None
March 7, 2022
Dahlia_j_b
Rated 5 out of 5
I'd love to see more stuff like this on the DS, a mature, hilarious game, and honestly my favorite GTA game to date. They integrated the stylus perfectly, they really did, I love how you'd have to use it to break locks search dumpsters, and the PDA system is brilliant, it's smooth and painless. As many other reviewers have stated, the drug dealing system is almost a game all of it's own, but the main storyline is where it's at, there is all the humor you'd expect from a GTA game, the characters you interact with are sleezy and cheap, backstabbing jerks, and I love it. I definitely got my moneys worth out of this game, between exploring the 3 islands, sidequests and main story, I finished the game in just 20+ hours. So it isn't terribly long, and there is replay value after you're done with the main arch. You can continue and find stuff to do. Anyways, this game does deserve the praise, and hopefully more mature titles WILL come to the little handheld.
March 7, 2022
Juan Villegas
Rated 5 out of 5
This is the best game that I have played in my DS. It uses all the potetial of this plataform. But, it is very easy, there is not a level selection to play it hard.You have to play it.Don't forget to visit to unlock some game features.
March 7, 2022
D. C. Lugo
Rated 5 out of 5
If you want a portable way to have GTA (and you like the other games in the series) buy it!!! Obviously, the graphics will never compare to what an xbox360 or ps3 are capable of but the game play is tremendous (sometimes even more hands on than the other GTA's).
March 7, 2022
Douglas Ledbetter
Rated 4 out of 5
ditto
March 7, 2022
gabyguh
Rated 5 out of 5
I love taking GTA on the road with me or to pick up and play during lunch hours at work. This game has a ton depth like most GTA games plus the physics used on the DS is surprisingly good. For a system that doesn't pack a ton of graphic power this game makes up for in gameplay. The comic book style of story telling may bother some but I enjoyed it. Adults who like the DS and want to see more mature games come out for it should pick this title up.
March 7, 2022
shark1
Rated 5 out of 5
grand theft auto is back to its roots with gta china town wars. Very fun and entertaining. Its a great game for the ds, and fans of gta wont be dissapointed.
March 7, 2022
Zachary T. George
Rated 5 out of 5
I don't play my DS too often, and haven't gotten a new game for it in quite some time, but after reading the amazing reviews for this game, I had to try it out. The shooting is a little iffy, but all of the innovation added is amazing, R* used the touch pad very well. And if you've played GTA IV, it's a refreshing iteration of Liberty City which is a lot more detailed than I thought it could be.
March 7, 2022
bumblefoot33
Rated 4 out of 5
Got this sealed and a great addition to the gta universe
March 7, 2022
Cali
Rated 5 out of 5
My nephew loves this game. He said everyone should have a go at playing this. Hope the # five comes out for 3DS soon.
March 7, 2022
S.Papstein
Rated 4 out of 5
Who can doubt Rockstar Games passion for making genuine, full fledged games, no matter what system? I will admittinly come out and say that origonally, I had my doubts. "A full Grand Theft Auto title on the DS? No way". Rockstar proved me wrong. Big time. Chinatown Wars, despite the Ds' less than impressive graphics and horsepower, delievers an innovative GTA expeince through the touch screen. The controls stick straight to the directional pad and the right-side buttons, but the touch screen comes into play by minigames.If your busting a car window, defusing a bomb, or pimp-slapping a hooker, swiping and tapping the screen will get the job done perfectly. Violence hasnt been a strong staple for GTA in the past. CW falls into the classic bland GTA combat system. Gunplay is simple: lock on and shoot. That's it, the whole mechanic of fighting feels static and janky, it's just standing and shooting. There's no real depth to the combat, so any confrentation felt unwanted, tacky, and not enjoyable at all. The fun illegal actvity is being a drug lord. CW's story revolves around you doing the dirty work for the kingpins, while gaining honor back to your family name. You control Haung, the only sensible character in a crazy world full of the zanny GTA style cast. Inbetween missions of your cartel, you can be, guess what? A Dope boy. Haung hustles drugs off on the sidelines in the passing period between missions. Depending on the drug economy, prices will alter on what's the best dea.
March 7, 2022
David Dyer
Rated 5 out of 5
Obviously this is not the same as any version of GTA since GTA III, but they did a perfect job making a version for the DS. It has all the stuff you love and is put into perfect little packages so you can pick it up and play a little any time you want. I am having way more fun with this than GTA IV. Chinatown wars delivers on the things we love about GTA and leaves out all the other crap.
March 6, 2022
K. U. Tran
Rated 5 out of 5
I am a huge fan of GTA games (San Andreas is my favorite). No, I'm not attracted to the mature content and/or violence. I just love the ongoing fun/refreshing game-play and story for which GTA is known. GTA: Chinatown Wars continues this.Of course like everyone else, I was skeptical on how it would play on the DS (see below). I was also worried that it may be another piece of media that makes Asians (especially the males) look bad, which was only done slightly. The stereotypes actually favored the Chinese main character and his motives.It did pain me that they finally put an Asian in the lead GTA role (after 6 or more parts) but on the DS version; I guess that's better than nothing in this society. And it's lame that all the ads and banners for this game just shows the one hawt Asian female.Anyway... here are the pros and cons:Pros:* Great use of DS features (touch, microphone, and dual screen)* Does not use touch for the controls (a relief for GTA game-play)* Standard GTA storyline and humor (which is very entertaining)* Standard GTA open environment (side quests, treasure hunting, etc)* Cool PDA interface (GPS, email, and online shopping)* Lots to do, all enjoying* Loads and loads of funCons:* Overhead view really makes this game frustrating (hard to see what's ahead when driving fast, overpasses/buildings/helicopters blocks your view, hard to tell who's a cop)* GPS path-finding is terrible, but common sense will tell you to just drive over the median, thru the alley,.
March 6, 2022
Merida D. Victor Daniel
Rated 4 out of 5
The game is very good, the controls are responsibe, every thing looks very very detailed, the camera is not that good, but overall it is not a big issue, this game is very time consumer, after some time you will see yourself making your routs for a better drog dealing, and the missions are very interactive, if you try to look for guns in the trash cans, steeling cars and trying to start them, trowing boxes to you partener when robing a truck, every thing is very cool, over all this is a good game, still I think it could be better, but we will have to wait for the next issue of GTA for Nintendo DS....
March 6, 2022
Dusan
Rated 5 out of 5
Ok
March 6, 2022
K-O-V-A
Rated 5 out of 5
I picked this up on the way home from work yesterday. Played it only for about three hours. It's a captivating title, worth buying for the DS, and if you dont have a DS, its worth getting the system just to play this game.I had a tough time adapting to the controls, but after about 30 mins you start getting the hang of it. Everything is well intgrated and rather easy to access and use when you learn the ins and outs of the PDA. I would suggesting turning on all of the top screen options, and setting it so that the camera angle adjusts with your car's speed or w/e.Captivating gameplay. This game is almost obscenely fun, so fun that i had to go and write a review to let people know. The missions are not too long, never boring, and the comic strip style cutscenes are well done and are pretty funny. The minigames integrate perfectly with the game and dont feel out of place. The drug trading mini game is addictive, as are the scratch tickets :P. Also the wanted level system is more fun, you can do two types of evasion, agressive (you disable the cop cars) or if you have a pretty low wanted level you can just lay low to get rid of them.Buy a DS if you dont have one, and then buy this game. If you have a DS you should already own this gem.
March 6, 2022
D. B. Sodee
Rated 5 out of 5
The DS needed an adult game and this is it. I own many GTA games which I enjoy on my pc, psp and now ds. When I first started playing Chinatown Wars I was a little let down to be honest. I recently picked up a psp and it is a powerhouse for a handheld . After a short time though I have come to really dig the DS GTA game and put my PSP aside for now.The game seems fresh and new and maybe it is a throwback to the old GTA game. The story is good the controls solid and the fun factor is there. The PSP gta games feel so much like the ps2 counterparts that I almost feel I am replaying a game I have finished a few times already. Don't get me wrong...all gta games are the same basic make up but Chinawars is my passion for now. I even have put GTA 4 aside on my 360 till I complete CW.The presentation is very good for a ds game. They made good use of the ds hardware here. I am playing it on a dsi and have no complaints at all. Zelda is put aside for now and if you want an adult game for the ds that is worth the cash...BUY THIS NOW>!
March 6, 2022
PAUL JAMES CHATMAN
Rated 5 out of 5
This game is so much fun. It's just like the Dreamcast/PC/PS2/PSP versions of Grand Theft Auto. Someone told me this was based on the PSP in that it has the same city: Liberty City (LC). This makes since, as LC is much smaller than the large counties in the console versions. San Andreas County is huge, and I don't think it would fit on the DS card. Anyway, the game is hot. But NOT for kids AT ALL. Primary source of income early on in the game is DRUG SELLING/TRAFFICKING. You can make 60,000$ easy, really. While this game is not a talkie (the only voices are random chatter from LC citizens), the captions contain strong ADULT LANGUAGE. This game is not for kids. OK enough of that, the game is hot and fun. Helpful or not helpful? Try the game as a rental, or just buy it. If you liked Grand Theft Auto for the Dreamcast, PC, PS2, and PSP - the DS version will not disappoint. HOLLA!!
March 6, 2022
John Lindley
Rated 4 out of 5
There is not much that I can really hold against the gameplay of GTA:CTW, but if you are the kind of person that has some sense of morality, it will probably insult you a few times right off the bat. Of course, if you look past that, you will find that the game is quite fun, allowing you to freely explore an open city, steal cars and do missions, basically the way Grand Theft Auto usually is. I have heard that the targeting system for combat is considered a bit awkward, but that is up to personal opinion. Basically, it will fire at the enemy you are facing, so it may be confusing in a heated firefight if you are trying to change targets. Besides that, the game has no inherent flaws and is quite fun, even just to go exploring the city. Overall, I would say that any fans of the Grand Theft Auto series would enjoy it, and as it is not directly linked to any of the other games, newcomers should also feel comfortable, just as long as you understand that the subject matter can be a bit rough at times.
March 6, 2022
Robert Nevitt
Rated 5 out of 5
anyone who's a fan of the GTA series will lvoe this game. such a fun story and awesome game play for a handheld game. great value
March 6, 2022
P.
Rated 4 out of 5
Really impressive what they managed to put on the DS.
March 6, 2022
victoria
Rated 5 out of 5
works great
March 5, 2022
Eddie SchattenjÃ¤ger
Rated 5 out of 5
Really great GTA game for DS! Worth having it! :D
March 5, 2022
Paco valdez
Rated 5 out of 5
Didnt come with the box but the game is fun
March 5, 2022
charles mcdaniel
Rated 5 out of 5
Thanks
March 5, 2022
Cole I. Agar
Rated 4 out of 5
I was pleasantly surprised by how much GTA experience the developers were able to pack into a DS cartridge. Some people might be disappointed that the DS version of GTA is not 3rd person 3D (instead it is above view 3D)like the PSP and console versions. However, by not attempting to overburden the hardware with some elaborate 3D engine Rockstar created a game that is remarkable true to GTA form (possibly even more so than GTA IV). There are all the familiar old side games, jumps, and rampages and even even a new features like having to use the stylus to pick or hack your way into parked cars. The biggest new feature is drug dealing which honestly is a game unto itself. I spent a couple hours just racking up the thousands and buying houses around the city. As a big fan of 1st person shooters, probably my biggest complaint are the firefights which, one a top down system, no longer require any form of marksmanship and strategy (except maybe with the sniping rifle). Although you can cycle through targets, in any real firefight I find myself just blazing away with the gun in hand at whichever target I lock onto first. All in all, this is a great game that deserves the hype. We will see if C.O.P. the Recruit can challenge the GTA title. -C.I.AGAR
March 5, 2022
Oliver Leland
Rated 5 out of 5
The title of this review is perhaps quite misleading, as there is little to no 'gore' in Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars. It's easy to lose sight of that, however, after you've mowed down a few gang members, stolen their car, and pilfered their narcotics.Anyone familiar with the franchise will find little of this surprising, and veterans may find the scenario a bit redundant. I remember years ago when GTA III was released on the Playstation 2, and at the time, I was entranced by the game. It's appeal was not unlike that of Mario 64, in that its focus on non-linear and open-ended gameplay set it apart from other titles; the similarities, for the most part, end there, however.I think there are very few users of this website who are not familiar with the conventions of Grand Theft Auto, so I'll skip ahead and reiterate that which has been proclaimed by critics and users across the board: this is not "GTA Lite", and anyone who is a fan of this series owes it to his or herself to play Chinatown Wars. Not only does the game accurately adapt the sandbox gameplay seen in previous entries, but it also makes a few additions that are successful enough to probably appear in the next console release.In particular, the drug trafficking feature is satisfying, and lends itself to the portable format of the game. To elaborate, buying and selling narcotics is quick, satisfying, and actually the most effective way to make money in the game. Since it takes less than three minutes to plan and ex.
March 5, 2022
tip369
Rated 5 out of 5
love the game order it for my sons birthday got here way before time had no dislikes about the game very cheap 15 bucks with shipping gamestop wanted 24.and some extra change for this game in use so I got my joint off retrolio
March 5, 2022
Rickydakimasu
Rated 4 out of 5
As others have said, it is great little port and takes GTA back to its roots. I hope some of the ideas developed here carry over to the next console GTA, such as Mission Restart, GPS system, auto-align with the road, etc.My only gripe is really a minor one: this game is pretty British (developed by Rockstar Leeds) for a GTA game that is supposed to take place in Liberty City (New York). So why does everyone go around calling people "mate", lolNot a big deal, just throws you off from time to time, like "where am I?" =D
March 5, 2022
Halicon5
Rated 5 out of 5
Chinatown Wars somehow manages to push the technology in the DS more than anything I've seen. On top of that, the developer has managed to make one of the largest and most in depth games on the system as well. I won't go so far as to say this is the best game on the DS, but I am nothing short of impressed. This game isn't some attempt to make a quick buck... the developers went out of their way to do a great job.GRAPHICS: Fully 3-d environment with an amazing amount of detail all presented in cell shaded style. You can even read many of the billboards and signs on the buildings even though the game is presented in a top-down perspective. There is so much detail in the graphics I am constantly discovering new things every time I boot the game up. My only major complaint about the graphics is that I think story-board presentation is flat, lifeless, and kind of ugly.SOUND: Sadly this game doesn't have the quality of sound that the big console versions have. The funny, wacky radio stations with hours of dialogue are gone, but that isn't surprising since this is a DS game. The sound that the game gives us is still pretty good though and above average for most DS games.CONTROLS: Probably the weakest part of this game, the controls are still very solid. Driving a vehicle with the d-pad on the DS can cause a lot of fatigue, but that's more a problem with the DS than the controls themselves. While running around on foot the camera sometimes gets positioned at a bad angle and.
March 5, 2022
ChaimCartwright
Rated 5 out of 5
amazing game
March 5, 2022
Jeremy J Uliss
Rated 5 out of 5
Humor, action, and wacky, although cool, gameplay really distinguish this game. While it's intended for more mature audiences, this is a fantastic handheld-style game that'll provide lots of real-time fun. A must-buy, in my opinion.
March 5, 2022
Angel C
Rated 5 out of 5
worked perfectly on first turning on of my ancient DS lite! cool game! definitely worth a buy if you're already a fan of the GTA franchise.
March 5, 2022
Nir@d
Rated 5 out of 5
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is easily one of the top DS games any Nintendo DS owner should have in their collection.Gameplay:In typical GTA fashion the gameplay is very deep with many side missions to accomplish. All this is available from the outset with no restriction as to when you complete any particular task. Missions like the Noodle Run mission will keep gamers busy trying to unlock extras. Drug dealing also adds another element to the game never before experienced in older GTA games. Discovering every bonus in the game gives replay value that feels like you're playing two different games, the main story and the side mission story.The map is easy to use and interactive as you can plot locations by touching them with your stylus (try doing that on the PSP)Controls:The interaction between the touchscreen and selecting weapons and inventory is flawless. The touchscreen also gives the Nintendo DS gamer control over how grenades/Molotov cocktails are thrown or how well you can tattoo one of your gang members. In my opinion the touchscreen makes this version of GTA Chinatown Wars better than the PSP version hands down and gives the Nintendo DS gamer the feeling they are interacting with a PDA and not a DS. Another fun thing to do is hail a cab by blowing into the mic on your DS.Fun:The game gets easy if you unlock extras early. However I recommend playing it without unlocking the extras for a real challenge. Furthermore the story mode is rich and filled with colorful cha.
March 4, 2022
willie clark
Rated 4 out of 5
Crazy game but good.
March 4, 2022
Mark
Rated 4 out of 5
is a throwback to what used to be fun about video games for me. The game is well-designed and the entire world layed out within the game pulls you in. There are plenty of funny double-entendres and the characters are interesting enough to keep you guessing. This is definitely a game I would recommend to those who may be feeling some over-load from all the kid-centric games for the Nintendo DS.As a grown man with a regular job, my gaming time is limited. It has really been limited to two categories: puzzle and trivia games that I enjoy, or multiplayer / party games that I can play with my family, particularly my younger nieces and nephews. As such, it has been rare for me to devote much time to an RPG or mission based game because they require such a time commitment. That's time I just don't have. For GTA Chinatown Wars, I find myself wanting to make the time.First of all, I have only played this game on the DS. For some reason, the reviews for the PSP version are combined with the DS version here. I have no experience with the PSP version of this game so all my comments are directed towards those considering this game for the DS Lite or some other version of the DS.Secondly, I also have limited experience with the GTA franchise. Like everybody else in the world, I have played GTA4 on the PS3 and Xbox360. While there are some gaming franchises I have played extensively, GTA is simply not one of them. However, the limited time I spent playing GTA4 was enough f.
March 4, 2022
O. Arias
Rated 5 out of 5
i saw a video of it on youtube, it looks like the ps1 gta, with cartoonish graphics, wanting voice over on this is like wanting pictures in your book, its easier, but i can read, i love cartoonish violence why does it have to look real, it still has the basics drugs sex money just you get a top 2D view of it, i agree its different, from a top view, and everyone looks like ants, i think we should try something different once in a while.
March 4, 2022
PJ
Rated 5 out of 5
Came as described
March 4, 2022
Anitra Alexander
Rated 5 out of 5
Bought this item for my son, who plays this game heavily! The game was well packaged and arrived very quickly. Despite it being listed as used, you couldn't tell that it actually was a used one because of the appearance and the game's performance. Looked and worked like a new game. Will come back here to shop for games.
March 4, 2022
Leojobo
Rated 5 out of 5
As a veteran player of Grand Theft Auto games, I was amazed at how well this game played. The graphics were impressive, the gameplay was a blast, but what really got me was how much they could fit in a DS cartridge! The place is huge the story is pretty long and the multiplayer is fun. Definitely a must buy for hardcore DS owners.
March 4, 2022
LayDoubt
Rated 4 out of 5
I ordered this game strictly off of other product reviews I read off of retrolio.com because I'm currently deployed to Afghanistan and was looking for a new DS game to keep me occupied in downtime.I wasn't disappointed.The game is big - no huge - for a DS game. You rarely see the same setting twice, and it is not difficult to play at all. I like the touch screen interaction with the game as well, throws a new twist (digging in dumpsters for weapons, etc.)Overall I'm happy with my choice to purchase this game and I recommend it highly.-LayDoubtKandahar City, Afghanistan
March 4, 2022
MHannna
Rated 4 out of 5
Fun to play and arrived quickly
March 4, 2022
BX Lounger
Rated 4 out of 5
Grand Theft Auto is no stranger to Nintendo's portable systems because it did make its first appearance on the Game Boy Advance years ago and was pretty decent. Now it's been released for the DS but don't let this version fool you. This game is just as fun, adult, criminal and addictive to play as the PS3 and Xbox 360 console versions.Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is an all new game based in Liberty City (Rockstar's version of NYC.) You play as Han, a young guy who just flew in to drop off an artifact for his father, the boss of a dangerous gang. He gets robbed, beat up, shot and dumped in the ocean. Of course, with your help, you break out of the car you were dumped in and see your uncle, who you will start working for. This is where the game begins as your main goal is to find out who ambushed you and who killed your father. I can say that Liberty City is huge and that would still be an understatement. Besides the main story missions, you have so much to do, it's crazy. The main thing of the game is to make money since you will need it to buy everything in this game.Most of the story missions earn you money once you complete them. You can buy property, cars, weapons and drugs. Along the way, you will unlock other activities to do on the side: meeting and completing side missions for random strangers, complete rampage missions, earn money as a cab driver, ambulance driver or a police officer, race around the city and destroy cameras so cops don't see you dealing drugs. Oh.
March 4, 2022
Dawn
Rated 5 out of 5
Son loves it
March 4, 2022
Zuff
Rated 5 out of 5
This is a fine addition to the Grand Theft Auto series with all the adult themes, crime sprees, and drug dealing you could ask for.Excellent for on-the-go gaming.
March 3, 2022
Mike Kolb
Rated 5 out of 5
This is probably going to be the shortest review I've done. It's simple if you have a DS, you need to have this game in your collection. It transfers Liberty City very well to the DS and Rockstar used the stylus integration very well also. No true multiplayer is a shame but with everything else being great you can overlook it. I was skeptical at first but with all the reviews I concur, Buy it, you will not be disappointed!
March 3, 2022
Viper
Rated 5 out of 5
When this was first announced I was a bit skeptical given the DS's limited power. I enjoyed the PSP's GTA games but I couldn't imagine something this great on the DS. First of all it's amazing how they managed to put all of GTA IV's Liberty City on a tiny DS cartridge. Even though it returns to the top down view of the early GTAs, it's still a blast to play. The combat is fun but not really challenging since the auto aim system makes it easy to aim and take out your targets. I also like the new cop evasion system that that allows you to loose your wanted level by disabling the cop cars. Oh and her parents just because this is on the DS which is usually a child friendly system does not mean this is kid friendly, this game has everything that gave the console GTAs an M-rating. There's graphic violence(although cartoony) including violence against police, frequent profanity, drugs, and explicit sexual references. Do not buy this for your child if you don't feel comfortable with them being exposed to the above things.
March 3, 2022
koreytatum
Rated 5 out of 5
i love gta and my daughter just loves stealing cars i know kind of wierd but she asked for it so i found it for her she will love it
March 3, 2022
Juan Madero
Rated 5 out of 5
Seriously this is one of the best games ever made for the nintendo ds. I am very new to nintendo since all my life i have been a ps3 and psp fanboy........but wen i heard about the nintendo DSi coming out i saved up and started with a new console. Well the game has a very good story, much better than the psp gta's. people may say that the top down sky view of the game makes it suck, dont let them fool you. This game is so fun and i have found it really hard to put it down. The story is about a pampered kid who for the first time actually has to fight for what he wants. this is definately not a little kids game because a big part of the game is DRUG DEALING. you have to be "book smart" yet also be "street smart". u have to learn what to buy, where to buy, how much to but. it really helps make profits and money. the stylus is used in the most BEST forms. this is a must have for all DS and DSi owners
March 3, 2022
mwreview
Rated 5 out of 5
This game is awesome! I was skeptical how a complicated game like this would work on Nintendo DS. I was also worried, since I'm of the Atari generation and have never played Grand Theft Auto or many other popular highfalutin modern games, that I would be completely lost. Well, there is no problems getting lost as the game is self-explanatory and very smooth. It is also mission oriented which I really like. Mission-driven games like Sims Bustin' Out and The Urbz are my favorites. You visit or sometimes you are emailed by the rival bosses and the story begins with the game explaining what you need to do and guiding you along the way. That does not mean it is easy, it can be quite difficult to complete each mission but, if you choose the option to manually save, you can repeat the missions as many times as needed to pass. I'll admit it has sometimes taken me 7 or more tries to get through a mission. Be sure to save in the safe house closest to the next story.You are Huang Lee and arrive in Liberty City, a violent hellhole where drugs are plentiful, life is worth nil, and the drivers are the worst in the world--no fire hydrant, street lamp, or pedestrian is safe. You would think chastity would be a rare commodity in such a city; but, surprisingly, a lot of the pedestrians you run over will declare, "I'm still a virgin!" The reason for the visit is to deliver a sword to your uncle. Before you can accomplish the task, you are beaten, the sword is stolen and you are left.
March 3, 2022
Miriam Borntrager
Rated 5 out of 5
'Love it'
March 3, 2022
Derek Sadler
Rated 4 out of 5
This is a very good game and I was quite impressed how much they squeezed on the DS cartrige. Like always, its just easier to make a list of cons and pros.PROS* Makes very well use out of the DS touch screen.--I thought it was real innovative using the DS as a PDA. Liked how you had to steal cars using the touchscreen for hotwiring, screwdrivers, throwing grenades/molotovs, smashing your window to escape when you drive your car into the water, and throwing your money at the toll gates.*Big map--plenty of room to explore city. I beat it in a couple days, but no way had the city memorized.*E-mails--liked this aspect of the game, plus had the perfect amount of funny spam sent out. Oh, rockstar.* Dirty, raunchy, bad language and blood.--I thought being on the DS they would clean it up a little, but to my liking and surprise, it is a normal GTA game with F bombs, blood, midget and transexual sex, betrayals, plot twists, and all the raunchiness I'd expect from it. Well done.* Drug selling--I loved the drug wars-like aspect of buying drugs when they're cheap and selling when demand is high. It might of depended on it a little too much thought, thats how I made a majority of my money. Don't expect to make money on missions.* Wide variety of cars/motorcycles to steal.--They also did away with planes in this game, which was fine for me, b/c in the other GTA's it was getting a little complicated with everything. There were a few boat/water missions and it was the perfect amount, most of.
March 3, 2022
Peggie A. Sapperstein
Rated 5 out of 5
The game arrived quickly. I have no idea what it's about because it was a gift for my son, who is an adult. He seems to love it, so it must be good. I wouldn't recommend it for young children.
March 3, 2022
FlorianBlanda
Rated 4 out of 5
I've never played any GTA before, but I love sandbox games. Sandbox games are games where, although there's a main storyline, you don't have to follow it and there's plenty you can do freelance. You can go all over Liberty City exploring, making money, being a hero or a villain. And freelancing is what I've mostly been doing so far. From go kart racing to rampages to taxi driving (complete 15 or so fares and you'll be ready for anything), street racing, running drugs, acting as a police officer, ambulance driver and firefighter will keep you very busy. You can return to the main mission whenever you feel like it. As you get further in the main storyline, more side missions become available to you to waste time on.Cars are extremely well designed in this game and driving is a ton of fun. Depth-wise, you'll welcome how different cars handle differently, accelerate differently and take damage differently as you'd expect them too. Your race car won't take too many hits before it explodes (which is pretty sweet -- be sure to bail before it does though), and your big rig won't turn (or uh, do anything else) on a dime. In between you'll there are tons of different cars each handling a little differently and you'll come to favor certain ones for certain tasks. Pretty much any driving task will require you to break every driving law on the books. On the sidewalk, in-between lanes, against traffic, over pedestrians, shortcuts through yards... it's a blast. The GPS navigation.
March 3, 2022
RickDare
Rated 5 out of 5
Well as you can tell from the other reviews this is a great game for the DS and I was suprised by how it really felt like a GTA game from any of the other systems. The graphics are great, I really like the cel-shaded style. They really did a great job populating the city and it really feels alive. The drug dealing within the game is very fun and I easily found myself spending enormous amounts of time between the missions making bank driving all over the city to buy/sell for the best prices.A quick breakdown of the pros and cons:Pros-Very fun game, with lots of variety.-Missions are short and the "trip skip" option is a nice choice for a portable game.-Great action, both from gun fights and car chases.-Day/night cycle works great and really makes the city feel alive-Nice variety in both vehicles and weapons.-The touchscreen segments are well integrated but not intrusiveCons-Driving fast can be very difficult with the small screen, but the auto-align does help-Omnipresent police presence (they will often "see" you when they are offscreen)-No voice acting (this was my biggest gripe but with the DS limitations it is understandable)Overall, this is one of the best games ever made for the DS and if you enjoy the GTA series then you should definitely pick it up.
March 3, 2022
S. F. Robinson
Rated 5 out of 5
My dissertation writing productivity has almost certainly taken a hit with the purchase of this game. Like most of the Grand Theft Auto franchise, this game is multifaceted. Of course there are the numerous missions that are somewhat diverse in what you need to accomplish. There are a number of gang-boss characters and your missions differ somewhat depending on the person you're working for at the moment. You can take part in a large economy of illegal drug sales, pulling in big profits by purchasing cheap and selling when demand increases. There are a smattering of random of missions, odd jobs, and games throughout the map to provide variation. And of course when you get bored one can always go on a rampage, seeing how long you can last as an infinite number of law enforcement comes your way.I've only played snippets of the GTA series on larger consoles, so I can't make much of a comparison. However, compared with most DS games, Chinatown wars is simply outstanding. Most games on the the DS are pretty one-dimensional as the dynamics of the gameplay tend to remain the same throughout. This is fine if, like me, you generally want ten to twenty minutes to take a break from books or work or life. This game however is more than a beeping diversion. It's a small world crammed into a DS cartridge.My only critiques are that it is sometimes awkward integrating the stylus into gameplay. It's easy when you have to complete neat little puzzles (hot wiring a car, digging through a trash.
March 3, 2022
Marco Ramirez Gomez
Rated 5 out of 5
Buy this game you will enjoy it!!! If you dont have this game, just buy it NOW!!!
March 3, 2022
J. Bad
Rated 5 out of 5
This game amazing for the DS. There is so much added that it is unveliable. It really feels like GTA but with new features.PROS:GraphicsSoundControlsStoryCONS: That I have to stop playing because of the review.Last thing. I am an adult and this game is NOT FOR KIDS!!!! So parents, check first before you start buying the game and try to demand the company.
March 3, 2022
Jodie
Rated 5 out of 5
If you like gang games but this
March 3, 2022
Ruby Gonzalez
Rated 5 out of 5
Thank you!
March 3, 2022
Mindeowulf
Rated 5 out of 5
I was very skeptical before I played it, but was instantly won over within the first few missions.The controls (especially driving) are very clean and intuitive. The dialogue is mature, funny, and totally fits with the GTA series' mold. I really enjoyed the cutscenes - the comic-book style progression was way better than chunky animated scenes would have been.This is a great game - huge, not frustrating, funny, action-packed, and a steal at 40 bones.One last thing - an earlier reviewer commented on how this game is appropriate for teenagers. While it is a parents' decision, I would like to mention that the game prominently drops the "f-bomb", constantly references pornography, sex, and prostitution, and deals largely with drug use and distribution.Be ye warned.
March 2, 2022
Jack
Rated 5 out of 5
its like a regular grand theft auto game on the go, you can do anything that you can do in a normal grand theft auto game 5 stars well-earned
March 2, 2022
Jessica Walker
Rated 4 out of 5
I bought this game for a Xmas gift for my 12yr old nephew, so I'm sure he'll love the game. I love that they were shipped quickly!
March 2, 2022
Dustin D. Smith
Rated 5 out of 5
This is probably my favorite GTA game now, beating out all the others. Why you ask? GAMEPLAY! The touch screen is used so well in this game that it makes you feel like you are really part of the action. Getting emails, hot wiring cars, making molotov cocktails! Its all great! There is so much to do, taxi, vigilante, ambulance, fire truck missions are all here. This is not a watered down GTA game, it actually has more to do than other GTA games. The drug dealing side "mini game" is actually very addictive and fun. Traveling the city making the big $$$ while always on alert that the cops could bust you for selling or buying drugs with the many dealers around the city. One great thing they added was being able to fight back the cops while driving. If your being chased you can disable the cop cars by making them crash and it makes your wanted level get lowered! It really gives you a reason to run from the cops and try to take them out, which is a lot more fun and challenging than just hiding and waiting for your stars to go away. This is the real deal here, and the graphics are amazing to me, great cel shaded graphics that give the game a comic book feel while still running smoothly. Don't hesitate to pick up this work of art... it is more fun on the DS than the PSP because of the touch screen! Great for portable gamers all around.
March 2, 2022
J. Sherman
Rated 4 out of 5
Let me get this straight; according to Rockstar Leeds, the tools for building an empire are the Nintendo DS, its stylus, and this game . . .Works for me.One of the most critically acclaimed DS titles (and, ironically, a sales flop), GTA: Chinatown Wars whips up a miniaturized adventure in the most dangerous city on Earth. As the son of a fallen Triad boss, you must avenge your father's death and recover a stolen family heirloom. When you actually get around to doing that, there's a bunch of missions that walk you through the game and the story. Even if you never get around to that, There's still lots to do in the fully interactive environments of Liberty City, especially regarding touch screen use. From hotwiring cars to scoring drugs to working at a tattoo parlor, each gaming session promises a new experience (however morally depraved). But the one thing that keeps the game from achieving absolute greatness is its fickle AI; you get a pass if you slam into a few cars, but speed through a toll booth and the cops are on you like duck sauce on an egg roll. And driving through town's like a citywide demolition derby--confined to a parking garage.This game is rate M for Mature: Violence, Adult Language, Adult Situations, Sexual Content.
March 2, 2022
Emily Brooks
Rated 5 out of 5
Great game. Love grand theft auto!
March 2, 2022
N. Durham
Rated 5 out of 5
Not all that long ago, Rockstar released Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars on the DS to mass critical acclaim, resulting in one of the best games to ever grace the handheld. Well, Rockstar has finally ported Chinatown Wars to the PSP with the same spectacular results, and just like it was on the DS, Chinatown Wars on the PSP is one of the absolute best games available for the handheld. Playing as the vengeful Huang Lee, you partake in all the usual GTA-flavored gameplay goodness, and just like on the DS, the gameplay here on the PSP is just as much fun. Graphically speaking the PSP version gets a slight upgrade from the DS original, but the one aspect of the game that gets lost in translation is the mini-games. Hotwiring a car, tattooing a gang member, making molotov cocktails, and more besides just aren't as fun here on the PSP, mostly thanks to not having a touch screen. Still, that is really the PSP version of Chinatown Wars' only flaw to find, as the rest of the game is nearly flawless all around. All in all, if you missed out on Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars the first time around and you own a PSP, this game is an absolute must have.
March 2, 2022
david
Rated 5 out of 5
loved it
March 2, 2022
Beccalp
Rated 5 out of 5
lately every time i go Wal-Mart, I see too many little girlie games with ponies and kittens. FINALLY, i came across this game and it has just blown me away. I am soooo addicted to this thing. There's endless things to do to keep you busy, from boss missions, to being a cabbie, or Chinese Delivery guy etc, or just driving or walking around the MASSIVE city. Lately, I've been trying to find all the security cameras, so i can blow them up(trust me, the less cameras the better). Oh and I finally was able to overtake the Ammunition Truck...that was a challenge. The best part about the game is the extreme, and i do mean EXTREME details with all of it...especially the graphics. Yeah, it's a smaller world than on a bigger console, but the quick camera angles, and easy controls, detail, variety, etc, etc, will draw you in in a big way. You can drive flashy cars, old cars, trucks(flatbeds and tractor trailers), motorcycles, and various boats unless you just want to take a swim. You can make money scratching lotto cards at the store, completing missions, being a taxi driver, BUT the real money is selling and buying drugs, or just shooting or beating someone to death for some quick cash...So Yeah, this is not for children. Let them play the pony and kitten games a little longer, it's nothing to be ashamed of.
March 2, 2022
Steve Sotomayor
Rated 5 out of 5
If you loved old school GTA like me, this is like GTA 2 all over again. The map is huge so you'll never get bored with the same locations. Theres tons of fun missions to keep you busy or just cause mayhem with a arsenal of weapons. A+++ Must own game for the DS.
March 2, 2022
Dylan Hart
Rated 5 out of 5
I've played Vice City, San Andreas, and IV, and this game took Vice City's place as my favorite title in the Grand Theft Auto series.Graphically, I thoroughly enjoyed almost every piece of artwork in the game. The world is 3D and has a very cartoonish cell-shading that is not characteristic at all for GTA games on the bigger consoles. A few things were off-putting to me (especially the artwork used for rummaging through dumpsters), but overall the visuals were so good that I had serious doubts about how free and large this GTA world would be on a DS.The world proved to be fairly large. Large enough that size wasn't a concern to me. That is, I never felt that the cities were too small. I was always exploring a new area somehow... And thankfully the game has an incredible GPS system for navigating. You can look up and find people you have met or places of interest that are automatically saved in the game's GPS system, or you can add your own color-coded waypoints (four colors available).The gameplay is almost exactly everything I would ever ask for in a GTA game. There are plenty of weapons, well-designed missions, lots of random pedestrians, a good deal of side missions (in the form of pedestrians that periodically talk to you), and tons of little things to do, including ramping through all advertising billboards, destroying all security cameras, dealing drugs for insane amounts of money, discovering and beating all rampages, finding and beating the go-kart time trials, buying.
March 2, 2022
Shantel
Rated 5 out of 5
There is not very much I can say about this game that other reviewers have not already said. This game is obviously well thought out. It is amazingly full of detail. The developers managed to squeeze all of Liberty City into such a tiny cartridge, and they did it with flair. The city is bustling with life.Unlike console versions of GTA where raids and stake-outs are large scale, with 20 characters shooting at you all at once, the developers of this game kept in mind that this a hand held and they scaled down these battles as well. This is a plus since trying to take out 20 or so gangsters on the DS might have felt a bit overwhelming.This game takes good advantage of the DS touch screen. It's use is seamless and it is used in interesting ways like scratch cards, digging in dumpsters, hot-wiring cars, selling drugs, and more. The use of the touch screen takes the customary GTA tasks and makes them interactive. This is another plus because it makes you feel that much more involved in the game.The only tiffs I have with China Town Wars are that the radio stations don't have any of the funny dialogue or any recognizable songs - this is understandable, and doesn't take anything away from the game at all - and that the graphics of the story scenes are kind of ugly, luckily the dialogue is just as off beat and funny as the console versions. These things weren't big enough cons for me to take any stars away from my rating.Overall, I am very happy to have bought this game. It is a grea.
March 2, 2022
Jacob LaFountaine
Rated 5 out of 5
A fun game to play. It keeps the feeling of a Grand Theft Auto game but translates that to the Nintendo DS quite well. Controls for the most part are solid except for a few using the stylus which just feel tacked on. Graphics are good. Sound is good. Great amount of content to deal with.
March 2, 2022
Modulin
Rated 4 out of 5
I confess that the game is using the resources of the DS quite well. But, the screens are too small for the amount of information shown. You will always miss the big PC screen's size and the PC's graphics power. It is a cut-down version of the many PC games, and although it is well-done, it feels a little dull, since the characters are weekly developed, and the missions are not personally engaging. However, if you do not compare it with former versions of GTA, it stands alone as a good game.
March 2, 2022
S. Natale
Rated 5 out of 5
Grand Theft Auto for Nintendo DSI, My 8yr old loves it, and was thrilled to get it from Santa Claus this year
March 2, 2022
Frank Chu
Rated 5 out of 5
First I would like to say, I never liked GTA games. I played some GTA 3 at my friend's house, and never liked it enough to go buy it myself. So it was a dilemma for me when after rummaging through 3 different websites for NDS games to bring on the plane, I find GTA Chinatown Wars consistently at the top of the list. So I decided to give it a try, and was pleasantly surprised at how fun the game is.I was really impressed at how much this tiny game is able to cover - I never knew a DS game can be so big. The graphics is decent, and the gameplay is excellent. And it's really the details that elevate this game from a good one to a _great_ one. Everything is very well done. There's no annoying talk that slows you down. Gameplay is fast, load time is minimal, and you always feel engaged while playing the game. I never though a GTA game will surprise me, but this one really did, and I recommend it strongly.
March 2, 2022
j lee
Rated 5 out of 5
Gave this to my teenAge nephew as a birthday gift. Said it's one of the most fun games he has for the psp.
March 2, 2022
X
Rated 5 out of 5
I love it and world recommend this game to my friends; so, no complaints here! Also, I would order other products from them too! Thank you again for everything!
March 2, 2022
Robert Tilton
Rated 5 out of 5
All right, I'm not going to waste your time and re-say what has been already been said. I'm going to say it flat out: buy it. It is the biggest game ever on a Nintendo DS flash cart ever, so you can expect alot of detail. The story: simple, but a knockout. There is an amazing plot twist at the end, but trust me, you will not expect it. Just great, Shell out your 35 bucks, and play your friggin brains out!
March 2, 2022
Austin Anderson
Rated 5 out of 5
Set in GTA IV's Liberty City, Chinatown Wars goes back to the classic GTA over-top view with a more animated approach and is much more enjoyable to play then Liberty and Vice City stories bar none. The gunplay, driving, side missions have a more arcade feel to it which is what easier to play then the previous PSP GTAs.The cut scenes are a let down, no talking just reading and loud annoying music playing throughout, I found my self skipping over them there is no menu option to turn off cut scene music.Because you have the over-top view the gunplay has a easier sense of play to it, you can run and shoot easier switching weapons is brought up by pressing `select' and is easy to maneuver dozens of dumpsters to find extra guns. I just wish they gave you a little more bullets when you find guns because I feel like I run-out even when I try to stock up.The driving is fun and fairly simple to do, however I felt it was to unforgiving here you got a small screen driving through a big city I can never drive without crashing it seems, you drive under the train tracks or something and they tracks don't dim thy stay solid so you can't see your car when you're driving under it, driving at night the light from the light posts can look like on-coming cars if you're drving fast enough so is sometimes hard to maneuver they should have made the streets just a little bigger, and I would've liked to see motorcycles drive like cars, they're all over the road and very hard control if you wanna drive.
March 1, 2022
Benjamin L. Smith
Rated 5 out of 5
This is by far the best game I've played for the Nintendo DS. The single player is great and lots of replay-ability. The multiplayer is great fun too. Driving around the city, shooting your friends is surprisingly fun. I'm constantly amazed how well this game plays, it's very impressive for the DS.
March 1, 2022
J.S. Knapp
Rated 5 out of 5
I've been reading some reviews and I had to add my own thoughts.This game is an absolute victory for the Grand Theft Auto series. There is so much that this game includes that it easily outshines the recent GTA IV on the gamut of modern generation gaming consoles.As far as story, it really doesn't change much from the way we all know our GTA games to act - you're an Asian kid who game to the US and is immediately drawn into a turf war between a few feuding gangs. You end up fighting against all of them amidst the various characters and missions, and in the end... ...well, you'll just have to find out.What made the DS version successful and so crazily unique was the gameplay. In recent GTA games we've started seeing the immersion of technology INTO the games. Now we use cell phones to communicate, get missions, even take pictures and stalk targets. In this game, we're given a full-fledged PDA which actually acts as the main menu of the game. We can plot GPS routes, check email, and - in quite possible the greatest idea EVER in GTA-land, order "Ammu-Nation" weapons to be delivered directly to our safehouses. Obviously the PDA inclusion is fine and all, but the fact that it actually FEELS like you're using the PDA with touch controls via your lower DS screen just makes it that much more fun. From the lower screen you can instantly access different sections of your PDA, such as GPS navigation or email. Also, the scrolling feature with your DS works as good as an iPhone -.
March 1, 2022
J. Thompson
Rated 5 out of 5
I just started playing this game yesterday, and as of now my mission status says that I'm 11% finished. So far this game has done everything to amaze me. First of all the city is ENORMOUS! I cant believe that Rockstar was able to squeeze this much information and detail into a tiny DS cartridge. Not only is it large, but it is also incredibly detailed. You wont see any "Flintstones" type backgrounds where the same buildings repeat several times, or you keep seeing the same park every few miles. Anyhow, onto a few points I've noticed about this game.First of all, this game is DEFINITELY for adults only. Parents, DO NOT get this game for your 10 year olds birthday. There is (so far) sexual innuendo, graphic violence, and liberal use of the F word.Second - I hadn't read any press about this game prior to playing it, but I was hoping for some licensed songs to make it to the soundtrack. The music, while good, is nothing recognizable and serves as little more than background. Honestly I cant fault the developers as this game is already full of other features. Also, there is little to no voice acting - again, what can you honestly expect in a game this size (might I add the largest DS game made to date).Third - Most everything about this game has been executed flawlessly. The cutscenes, the aiming mechanism, the driving physics, the "mini" tasks that you must do such as hot wiring a car, disarming a bomb, or hacking a security system - Everything is perfect. Honestly,.
March 1, 2022
juliusweathers
Rated 5 out of 5
this game is a great countination of the gta series the game came within a few days great for if youlike all the other gta it kind of reminds me of theold ones for gba and ps1 five stars all the waylove gta cant wayt for gta five
March 1, 2022
Annyanka
Rated 5 out of 5
Needless to say I've been a GTA fan ever since I played GTA Vice City a couple of years ago. My boyfriend gave me a Nintendo DS for my birthday, and although a cool gift, I wasn't that interested in it because of the lack of adult games it had. So when my sister gave me GTA Chinatown wars this Christmas I was ecstatic. It obviously doesn't enjoy the graphics a regular console game does, but it is very, very fun. The best part is that you get to interact with some of the things you encounter, something you don't get with a regular console game. For example,in GTA IV, you would pass the highway and would have to go slow if you wanted to pay the toll. In the DS game you would have to slow down and manually throw the coins in the booth in order to pay the toll. And like that you can do many more little things (like searching through the trash bags in the dumpsters to see if you can find hidden guns.)Bottom line: As a GTA fan, I am very pleased with this DS version and would buy another one if they get it out.But please, if you are an adult, be smart and do not let your kids play it, cause the game deals with drug dealing and killing, which is something you don't want children to see.
March 1, 2022
SystemBug
Rated 4 out of 5
Fan of GTA game on NDS. If you like GTA5, you may not like this one.
March 1, 2022
Sree
Rated 4 out of 5
I didn't think i would get used to this overhead view, but i did, and i enjoyed this game. The stroy isn't the most amazing, considering it couldn't have as much depth as the console GTA's. It does make great use of the DS touych screen. Lots of sidequests as per any GTA game. The controls aren't too bad, and the graphics are acceptable.
March 1, 2022
Ian
Rated 4 out of 5
This game is realy fun!
March 1, 2022
leon woodson
Rated 5 out of 5
the game was excellent and in great condition my son love it for xmas i would recommend it to anyone who dosent have it
March 1, 2022
Tetris911
Rated 5 out of 5
Holy cow where to start?!?! This is absolutely a BIG game for such a little handheld gaming device because rockstar certainly did not half ass this game. I was able to clock in about 40 plus hours of this game just by getting 95% completion since there is alot to do after you beat it but if you are look for a unique fun game for the little Nintendo handheld that could then buy this!
March 1, 2022
BIG D
Rated 5 out of 5
Great game good price my boyz love it
March 1, 2022
pedro
Rated 5 out of 5
Good
March 1, 2022
Vonda Baker
Rated 5 out of 5
fast shipment and my nephew loves the gamehe called to thank me for the gift ..it works great and he absolutely love the game
March 1, 2022
Tygra Star
Rated 5 out of 5
Addictive... but then repetitive, still a good game though!
March 1, 2022
gee
Rated 5 out of 5
I've never played any grand theft auto game before but now I know why so many people love it. I'm addicted to this game after 5 minutes of play. The graphic's cool. There are so many things you can do besides the missions as you walk through the game. You can always rob a car in the street whenever you want, so never worry about transportation. You can always kill someone and take their money, easy to get money, isn't it? You can deal drugs to make money. You can fight cops. If you're old enough and you wanna know what it feels like to do literally whatever you want, dig yourself into this game.
March 1, 2022
MUGEN KAI
Rated 5 out of 5
Love this game I always heard the hype about grand theft auto and have watched ppl play it. If you love grand theft auto and want a portable version this one want disappoint. All the basic that you love from the other systems version or if u haven't played and wanna give this game a try this is a good start. For about a week I was glued too this game.
March 1, 2022
Katyuska Rodriguez
Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent
March 1, 2022
manav
Rated 4 out of 5
this game is awsome its really ADDICTING . when u first get the game and put it in ur psp and start it and u see the view ur dissapoint but you will get used to it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 1, 2022
Gift Card
Rated 5 out of 5
This game is absolutely incredible. The world is large and expansive, and the storyline is masterful. It truly lives up to my expectations as a Grand Theft Auto veteran. One thing I would like to comment on is that this game may not be appropriate for younger children (under 13), it is acceptable for teenagers. Though drugs are dealt, the use is minimal, as well as the player only gets vague images of them. Also, the DS graphics do not give the player a good view of the violence. Finally, there is very little sexual content, and the language is nothing more than what might hear in the local high school. Anyway, this is a great game, and My personal favorite DS game.
March 1, 2022
Pattysha09
Rated 5 out of 5
I bought this game for my son to play on his DSi XL and he has played this game for two weeks. Out all his games this one keeps him entertained. Yeah the content on this game might be questionable for young teen boy, but for my money it is one well worth the money.
March 1, 2022
A.W.
Rated 4 out of 5
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is one of my favorite DS games. I have played the heck out of it, and it is still fun every time I pick it up. It really is a typical Grand Theft Auto game in size and scope, it never feels watered down or anything because of the hand held format. The ways this game uses the touch screen are very creative and fun, and really add an enjoyable and unique twist to the experience. In fact, this game may incorporate the touch screen as well as any game I have seen. The game is also very time consuming, you will be innocently heading to a mission and before you know it you will be sidetracked running from the law or causing havoc on the streets, helping random citizens with their problems, or trafficking "pharmaceuticals" for some extra gun money. If you are at all interested in this game, don't wait another second, pick it up immediately.Ups:1. Uses the touch screen in extremely creative ways.2. Very lengthy game with 70+ missions and countless side diversions.3. Interesting, adult themed story with some crazy characters.Downs:1. Throwing projectiles with the touch screen can be tricky.2. Small screen makes it hard to see oncoming police cars until its too late.3. Not a wide variety of music available on the radio.
March 1, 2022
N. Durham
Rated 5 out of 5
I honestly didn't know just what to expect upon hearing of the looming release of Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars on the DS. I had figured that there would be little to no chance of the game bearing any sort of resemblance to the franchise we all know and love. Well, I was wrong. Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is a stunning achievement in every sense of the word, as the series' debut on the DS not only manages to retain nearly everything that made the series so great and revolutionary on home consoles, but in some cases even improves on them. Taking place in Liberty City, Chinatown Wars finds you in the shoes of Huang, who is looking to avenge the death of his gangster father. While the game provides a good story and memorable enough characters, Chinatown Wars also features the tried and true classic GTA gameplay, which is a surprise and an achievement in themselves in translating all of these features to the DS. Translating the Liberty City from GTA IV is also brilliantly done, and there are tons of side missions and optional activities, along with two-player multiplayer modes; all of which will keep you busy for quite some time. The game's graphics can appear occasionally grainy in some spots, but for the most part, achieving these kinds of visuals on the DS needs to be seen to be believed. Chinatown Wars also makes great use of the touch screen and stylus features, and does so without over-complicating things as well. All in all, Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown War.
March 1, 2022
Lakota
Rated 5 out of 5
Love china town, graphics are great GTA IS ALWAYS A GREAT TIME PASSER !!
March 1, 2022
Bobbiejo Thibdeau
Rated 5 out of 5
i bought this game for my it..... son...he loves it and is so happy with it
March 1, 2022
Kryn McClain
Rated 5 out of 5
what can I say? This game is great. As I started playing it, I got more and more excited finding out all the different things you can do. I would have to say drug dealing is my favorite (ironic because I was a criminal justice major!) but it's just so much fun. The missions have been quite easy so far, but fun! I'm only 10% done with the game, so i'm sure they will get more challenging as I go.i was nervous about buying it, because i was sure they graphics would have to suck to fit a game like this for the ds. SO wrong! the graphics are great. The city is the best part. The people graphics are a little lacking, but it's really not bad.i love the story line mainly because i recently went to hong kong and know what they are talking about.other than that, this game is purely addicting and deserves 6 stars. If you are a GTA fan, this is a must have.
March 1, 2022