Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars (2009)

by Rockstar Leeds, Rockstar North, Rockstar Games
Genres:Adventure, Shooter
Themes:Open world, Action, Comedy, Sandbox
Game modes:Single player, Multiplayer
Story:Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is an entirely original entry into the critically acclaimed Grand Theft Auto series, and brings a new level of interactivity to its sprawling open environments. With the use of the DS touch screen, players navigate their way through the streets as they uncover the truth behind an epic tale of crime and corruption within the Triad crime syndicate, delivering the unprecedented amount of depth that has become a true trademark of the franchise.Show more
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First game that ever allowed me to drug deal on the corners and make deal with other dealers. I hope the PSP version will be added here in GOG because I can explore more options while playing the game. It's surprisingly interactive. PSP version have an exclusive mission involving the news reporter.
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February 27, 2025
A port of this with full mouse aiming and those car stealing/breaking windows minigames from DS version would make this game feel right at home on PC with mouse controls Pls GOG you know you want to
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is hands down the most underrated gem in the GTA franchise. Originally released in 2009 for the Nintendo DS and later ported to PSP, iOS, and Android, it brought the series back to its top-down roots—but with a modern twist that set it apart from every other side entry in the series. What makes Chinatown Wars so special is how it blended classic GTA gameplay with innovation. It featured a gripping story centered around Huang Lee, a young Triad member caught in a violent power struggle in Liberty City. Despite its handheld origins, the game was packed with depth, from its dark humor and drug-dealing mini-game to touch-screen mechanics that felt fresh and engaging. The cel-shaded art style gave it a unique visual identity, and the game’s pacing and mission variety were near perfect. On GOG, this game would find new life. A DRM-free version would ensure long-term preservation while giving PC gamers a chance to experience one of the most creative and bold titles in Rockstar’s history. The platform’s dedication to classic and overlooked titles makes it the ideal home. Chinatown Wars isn’t just a side game—it’s a brilliant experiment that proved GTA could evolve while respecting its origins. It’s time for it to return, this time on GOG, where a new generation of players can experience the boldest handheld GTA ever made.
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