zexen_lowe on 17 March 2009
I know I just posted the Suikoden review, but this was too big for not posting it, so bear with me
http://www.gamespot.com/ds/action/grandtheftautochinatownwars/review.html
This isn't just a DS version of GTA; this is a fantastic game that advances the series by introducing a number of great new features.
The Good
- Doesn't feel like a compromise compared to other GTA games
- Improves upon previous games with new features
- The massive Liberty City from GTAIV is instantly recognizable
- Intuitive controls make great use of touch screen
- Lengthy story, loads of optional activities, and fun multiplayer modes.
The Bad
- Multiplayer supports only two people
- Camera doesn't always afford you a clear view of action.
Perhaps what's most amazing about Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is that it doesn't feel like a scaled-down handheld version of a GTA game. Rather, it feels like a logical and somewhat experimental progression for the series, introducing a handful of great new features that seem destined to become standard in future iterations. And don't let the art style or the presence of simple minigames fool you; Chinatown Wars is every bit as deserving of its mature rating as previous games. It's also one of the best GTA games yet.
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Wow, it's extremely rare to see a 9.5 from Gamespot, let alone a game with 9.5 from both Gamespot AND IGN.
