Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories

"Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories" for the PS2 is a one-player game in the series created by Rockstar Games. Gamers take on the persona of Toni Cipriano, a high-level gangster, and his survival is based on mission and weapon success. To help Mr. Cipriano with his journey, a map of each island location is provided. To be successful, players can never take their eye off other characters or the map for too long.Set in Liberty City, the same three-island metropolis used in "Grand Theft Auto 3," the story gives gamers the chance to play the original storyline with new missions, vehicles, and adventures. Around every corner are hidden threats, and everyone Toni meets has their own agenda. The story starts with Toni Cipriano returning to the shoreside island of Liberty City after being on the run for many years. However, he is immediately met with police trouble, fear of retaliation from the Leone family, and even problems with his mother. He quickly makes it his mission to right all wrongs using any weapon he has at his disposal.If you've played any games in the GTA franchise before, it's like going home after being away for a while. Things may look different, but it all comes back to you. This is especially true if you've played the game "Grand Theft Auto San Andreas." According to Rockstar, "GTA Liberty City Stories" is a prequel to "GTA III." Jam-packed with brand new missions and an easier-to-read map, "GTA: Liberty City Stories" for the PS2 is anything but a linear gaming experience. Players can enjoy an assortment of violence and free-form crime sprees targeting overzealous police officers and cash-toting civilians all over the island. The adrenaline-pumping game has hidden secrets that can only be uncovered through play and the careful study of a player's location on the map.If crossing water is your only option in Liberty City Stories, it's probably time to look at the map again. Since Toni is unable to climb, gamers will have to look for alternate means of escaping the law. All of this is done in a completely interactive, open environment.In "GTA: Liberty City Stories," you can drive a motorcycle or cruise around in a specially designed Grand Theft Auto vehicle while listening to the game's soundtrack. In total, there are 10 radio stations and one talk radio station. Gamers will also enjoy more indoor game play, clothing changes, and flexibility in moving the camera around for different views during gameplay.Gameplay is enjoyable thanks to the excellent graphics and new adventures around every corner. Professional voiceovers enhance user experiences as you travel the game at your leisure, complete in-game missions, and stir up trouble in the name of the Grand Theft legacy.Sony originally made this video game for the PlayStation 2, but it is also compatible with the PlayStation 3. The new game introduces a brand new level of lighting and shading. There are even real-time reflections that add new experiences to the maps and gameplay.