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disappointing

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 4 / 6
Date: May 14, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Rockstar eliminated so many elements from previous GTA installments that I feel they took a step backward.
-driving is really goofy
-side missions like Pizza Boy, Taxi, Ambulance, and Firefighter are gone
-there is no bonus for getting all the secret packages
-you accumulate a lot of money but there is nothing to spend it on
-the vehicle list is significantly smaller
-there is no customization whatsoever... you get to pick from about three outfits
-no more tricking out your car... honestly, Saint's Row had a better vehicle storage system

A Lot of Nothing--The Best Part is the Duffel

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: June 15, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This game is just like all the other Grand Theft Autos, and the graphics are not where they should be for a PS3 game. The story is simple, which would be fine if it wasn't so complicated to progress.

great game until the save function started too play up

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 1 / 5
Date: May 08, 2008
Author: Amazon User

The games great but after only one week of owning it the save function started too play up. And while i was getting too a good point in the game and the out of no where i have too goo right back too the beggining of the game again. Im not disrespecting the game because it is a awsome game and the special edition package is awsome too. Its just Amazon sold me a bad copy. So while I could be getting further into grandtheft auto 4. Im getting further into Call of Duty 4 witch i bought from amazon also no problems on that one.

the game is white and black

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: May 14, 2008
Author: Amazon User

The game is superb but there is no color except white and black. What can I do with this problem and there was no key in the safe box.

Rockstar Listen Up!!

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 23, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Since everyone copies GTA, I think RS could look around and take some of the better ideas other games have, not just sandboxes. I think Scarface and Saints Row are the standout clones of the past. Here's a couple I can think of:

1. After you finish the story allow a separate "mission select" game save where you can pick and choose any mission in the game, not unlike Rainbow Six Vegas' "scene selection" premise. Just minus out the before and after cut scenes to basically make it like the assassin missions.

2. Allow direct saving via the cell phone at any time. It's lame to have to go to the apartment and watch the little sleeping scene to just save. I know that it auto saves but I've had it lose some of my save before to have to redo 2 or more missions after it supposedly auto saved. I don't think this would make the missions too easy as most of the time you cant really use the phone during missions anyways, someone will show up and shoot you before you get to it.

3. Come out with a simple easy to use custom mission creator pack for modders that is cross platform after the PC version comes out. With XBoxLive and whatever PS3 uses for online, people could buy/sell/give away created missions/scenarios. It would be a great value and XBL/PS3/Rockstar could charge a small commission for the transaction to get their piece. I wish they would have done expansion packs for San Andreas in the long years between games or had an easy to use modders pack. Obviously this would have to have some sort of disclaimer as to the "hot coffee" stuff, but come on this is GTA. Most people would agree that murder is a LOT worse than sex anyways, but the authorities in the country have it grossly backwards.

4. Have some more sophisticated missions that don't just involve go here/kill everyone/run from police scenario we all know is basically the GTA MO. Look at Assassin's Creed or Thief and get some idea. I wish there was more sniping missions/side missions. Don't get me wrong, the combat in this game is much more satisfying than previous games with the cover system. Not sure exactly because I don't have specific examples but I think you can just look around at other games and get ideas.

5. Make a simple all or nothing decision about the customization. None of this half way stuff like in 4, more like the all the way like in SA. I suppose the big thing is by about half way you have way more money than you can use to buy anything, why can't I scrimp to buy an Infernus any time I want? Or advanced weapons? I'd like to trick out my Comet/Porsche with better rims/acceleration/brakes and a custom uploaded paint job. I want a phone that has more options like a keyboard so I can see the internet anywhere or watch the TV anywhere. What about a 500000 store only non-spawning race car that handles like an F1 car?

Must have game though, a good setup for more development and fresh ideas like GTA3 was.

A Lot of Different Things All in One

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 6 / 8
Date: May 01, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I thought the license plate, duffel bag, and metal security box w/ key (and a rockstar key chain) were a nice touch.

Gameplay: The menus are very handy, to include the first menu which has a map that you can set waypoints, which in turn create GPS driving directions on your small in-game map.
The cell phone does everything. You'll receive calls, texts, etc. You can change your ringtone, etc. It's also your connection to get online for multiplayer.
The fighting system has been improved. I like being able to seek cover and blind fire if need be.
Last night I had fun just playing pool and darts. These mini games are available at different locations.
I'm definitely going to have fun just exploring, etc. while working though the missions.

There were reports of the Online Community/Multiplayer being down. And yesterday (30 Apr 08) when the Online was still down I was getting the feeling it might take a while to fix, but when I came back from dinner it looks like they've got it back up and running. A def. plus.

There is a lot of freedom in this game. The random people on the street actually react to your actions. A rando dropped a cigarette, so I picked it up, still lit.

Driving and walking takes some getting used to, but fighting is pretty straight forward, lock on to your opponent and then dodge, kick, punch or jab if you're unarmed. If you're packing, well that's a different story.

There's a lot of detail in this game to include lighting and the environment. Your car takes damage depending upon what you hit and where. Or when bullets hit it...

I'm definitely going to have fun playing around with all the crazy details, mini-games, and exploring the city, which is so massive it's going to take a long time to visit the entire thing.

A great game, but repetitive

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: June 11, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Overall story is well written and unfolds very well within the game. However I find that the repetitive structure of the missions and keeping your friends "happy" can get old later on in the game.

Overall, it is worth playing and the best in the series that I have played thus far.

The bonus items were an added treat to this game.

Special edition

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 30, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Special edition has some cool (but useless) things, but the game is the same old stuff you've experienced in its prequels.

Buy it, it's worth it

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 25, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This game just brings back my memories to the first GTA game I played back in PS one. Obviously, fair to say that the series has come a long way since.

Like most of the reviews before me said, the graphics are amazing. Although I must say you'll be missing out if you're only playing in Standard Def. If you don't have a plasma or an LCD display panel to go with the game, then I suggest you go get yourself one.

Playing the game in Hi Def will get you immersed in the living and breathing environment of Liberty City. You can really make out the facial expressions of the characters in the game as they interact with each other, or watch the windshield of your car shatter as you ram your car into an unsuspecting hot-dog seller standing on the sidewalk or just by doing the 'ol plummeting-your-car-from-the-roof-of-a-building trick (which requires you to do a vehicle spawn cheat to get the vehicle up onto the roof to begin with).

I won't bother writing about the characters' background since most probably you've read it various times already. However, I would like to say that the personality that was built into the characters are amazing.

On the flipside, I do miss being able to travel to the countrysides and hot-wire myself a tractor like I did in San Andreas. GTA IV's game environment is notably not as vast compared to what was put in to San Andreas, but what they lack in size, they more than make up for it with details.

The controls (driving and walking/running) are somewhat more complicated compared to previous series of the game. Some might argue it being more 'realistic'. I find it quite annoying sometimes for having to stop exactly in front of a ladder after sprinting to climb up. Otherwise, I'd have to spend an extra 4-5 secs trying to position myself in front of the ladder while the guy I'm chasing is about to take off on a chopper.

Altogether, good game. Play duration and difficulty is acceptable. You'll clock in a good 30/40 hours of gameplay no problem before you finish the game. Definitely not a game for minors though considering the graphic nature of the actions you'll get in the game.

The extra stuff that came together with the special edition?
- Safe deposit box: Nice and sturdy
- Duffel Bag: Looked bigger in the picture
- Soundtrack: Added to my music library
- Artbook: Full of colorful pictures
- Key/Keyring: Haven't used, haven't had the need to lock the box
- License Plate: Something to show off to my mates

Beats expectations

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 21 / 22
Date: April 29, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I have been a fan of the franchise way back since the very first Grand Theft Auto on the original PlayStation so when I heard there was going to be a special edition for the PS3 I just had to get it. When I got the box home and opened it, I was pleasantly surprised!

- Everything is packed in the lockbox, which is surprisingly sturdy. I was expecting it to be made out of cheap plastic like a happy meal toy but they actually made it out of metal. Admittedly, my expectation bar wasn't high for this item but they clearly beat my expectations

- The Art book is hardcover and has great pictures of the city and characters, as well as detailed descriptions. Very fine quality.

- I love the keychain! Solid metal Rockstar insignia on a quality key loop. Replaced my old keychain fast!

- The Duffel bag is decent. Better than the free duffel bags from a duffel bag giveaway night for the local baseball team but not as good as one you'd buy in a store. The Rockstar emblem on it is a big plus tho.

- The soundtrack is pretty good as well. I would've preferred if it was in a jewelcase vs. a cardboard sleeve but thats minor.

All this packaged with arguably the most anticipated game of the year for just $30 extra. In my opinion, if you are a fan of Grand Theft Auto and have the extra money, it is well worth the difference in price.

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