Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories vs Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is an action‑adventure set in a 1998 Liberty City, serving as a prequel to GTA III. Players control Toni Cipriani, a Leone family member returning from exile to reclaim his place in the criminal underworld. The game offers an open‑world sandbox with mission‑driven progression, side activities, and both single‑player and multiplayer modes, delivering the series' signature blend of crime, comedy, and chaos.
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City is an open-world action-adventure game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive. The game is set in the fictional Vice City, based on Miami, in 1986. Players control Tommy Vercetti, a mobster who becomes embroiled in a world of crime and corruption. The game features a vast open world to explore, a variety of vehicles to drive, and a rich storyline with memorable characters.
- Rich, detailed open world set in 1998 Liberty City
- Compelling prequel storyline with memorable characters
- Varied side activities and vehicle options
- Both single‑player and multiplayer experiences
- Immersive open-world environment
- Rich storyline with memorable characters
- Variety of vehicles and customization options
- High replay value
- Graphics dated compared to modern releases
- Controls can feel clunky on some platforms
- Limited online features compared to newer GTA titles
- Some outdated graphics and gameplay mechanics
- Limited character customization options
- Some missions can be frustratingly difficult
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataVice City offers higher critical acclaim and a classic 1980s story at a higher price, while Liberty City Stories adds multiplayer and a lower cost but with lower review scores.
Key differences
- •Price: Vice City $49.99 vs Liberty City Stories $9.99.
- •Critic scores: 94/100 for Vice City, 84/100 for Liberty City Stories.
- •Multiplayer: Vice City is single‑player only; Liberty City Stories includes both single‑player and multiplayer modes.
- •Setting and era: Vice City is set in a 1980s fictional Miami, Liberty City Stories in 1998 Liberty City.
- •Developer teams: Vice City by Rockstar North; Liberty City Stories by Rockstar Leeds and Rockstar North.
Pricing & value
Liberty City Stories costs $9.99, far cheaper than Vice City's $49.99, giving better price‑to‑content ratio.
Gameplay & fun factor
Higher critic score (94 vs 84) suggests Vice City delivers a more polished and enjoyable experience.
Multiplayer / co‑op
Liberty City Stories offers both single‑player and multiplayer, whereas Vice City is single‑player only.
Content & replayability
Vice City lists high replay value and a richer storyline, supported by its higher review score.
Graphics & performance
Both are dated by modern standards; neither is specified as superior.
Choose Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories if…
Buyers who want lower cost and multiplayer options.
Choose Grand Theft Auto: Vice City if…
Buyers who prioritize critical acclaim, story depth, and are willing to pay more.
Common questions
Which game is cheaper?
Liberty City Stories costs $9.99; Vice City costs $49.99.
Do either of the games have multiplayer?
Only Liberty City Stories includes multiplayer; Vice City is single‑player only.
Which title received higher critic scores?
Vice City received a 94/100 critic score, compared to Liberty City Stories' 84/100.