Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

Set in a stylized 1980s city of pastel excess, Vice City follows one man’s attempt to climb to the top of the criminal world. The setting stretches from beaches and swamps to glamorous districts and poorer neighborhoods, creating a broad urban landscape where the character-driven story unfolds. Players can explore this open world and pursue a campaign built around taking control of the city on their own terms.

The experience combines freeform exploration with a structured narrative and a lengthy campaign. Combat includes revised firing and targeting options, while the control layout can be customized to suit different play styles. The presentation features updated graphics, character models, and lighting, with adjustable visual settings for a tailored display. Tactile effects add physical feedback during play, and support for compatible wireless or USB gamepads provides an alternative to the customizable controls. Together, these features frame the campaign as an exploration of Vice City’s contrasting neighborhoods and its protagonist’s progression through the criminal hierarchy.