GTA4 PlayStation3 Walkthrough

Since the launching of the first Grand Theft Auto title, it has continued to reap success with its succeeding games and is recognized as one of the most popular gaming franchises in the industry. As more titles has been released over the past years, it was not only an achievement for the said franchise but for the whole of the video gaming industry. And for those who was played this game, you can pretty much tell how it has propelled the Sandbox genre as a hit among gamers. The ninth installment off the series, GTA 4 ties together the loose ends of the story that was unveiled in GTA 3. However, the series has given gamers with an entirely new experience with each game, and fans can certainly expect the same with GTA IV.

While every GTA story has been carefully crafted to offer a much different kind of experience, you can always expect it to have the same intense and spectacular nature. However, with GTA 4, it aims to take the storyline to a whole new vantage point. With Niko (an ex-soldier trying to rebuild his life) as the main protagonist of the story, gamers will get the chance to partake in his struggle to survive in the hostile environment of Liberty City. Niko does not have trouble fitting in because of his rugged and rough appearance, and here is where all the fun of exploring Liberty City starts. However, GTA differs in the use of the character in that there is more depth into the motives behind the character's actions, which makes playing this game all the more gripping. In past GTA games, characters can partake in rampages or other violent acts at will, but because Niko has missions to fulfill, your adventures are defined within that mission.

With Niko being the main focus of the story, this does not mean though that the other characters present in GTA 4 have no significance in the overall gameplay and storyline. They are the catalysts that move the story forward, especially Niko's actions; hence, you could find yourself in situations where you have to make a decision that will alter how the game turns out in the long run. Not only that, the relationships you form in this game is a vital element in the overall gameplay, as well as the decisions you have to make, which will require careful thought from you.

More than the impressive gameplay, Liberty City is the perfect setting for an incredible game like GTA 4 and it just looks impressively stunning. With so much attention given to details, it is only fitting that it was created not only for the eyes but serves their purpose in the game.

But that is just a preview of what GTA IV is really about. It now sports elements that were either brand new, or much improved from past GTA games. Probably one of the best features in GTA IV is the combat system. There's definitely more excitement into the game with a few very efficient feature that gamers can use to their advantage. And while there is still the free-aim feature, you can now make use of the very efficient lock-on feature. With this, it is now possible to set your aim on the nearest opponent and fire at them with unwavering accuracy. You simply press a button and there goes your enemies, blasting off in Hi-Def. This game also sports off a new cover system. By simply pressing R1, you can make your character hug the nearest suitable object. This will enable your character to effectively cover from your enemies' view and is a great way to deal with an overwhelming number of enemies. By using this new feature, your character can now attain only minimal damage to his health. With this new combat system in your arsenal, playing in GTA IV has become a much more rewarding experience.

If that sounds impressive, then GTA IV's all-new in-car combat system will further heighten the thrill that comes with this game. Given that you already have all these nifty features at your disposal, you can be rest assured that this new in-car combat system is just as effective as on-foot combat system. Even when driving a vehicle, you can lock-on your nearest opponent. You still have the option for a free-aim though, it's basically your choice. However, trying to focus on two things at once, such as driving a vehicle and shooting at the same time, it can be quite tough. All these features are aimed at continuing with the reputation of GTA over the years, and that is providing good, quality in-game combat.

It is important to touch on the mission structure for GTA IV because it is one of the pillars of this particular game. With GTA's reputation as a truly one of a kind game, GTA IV has managed to make use of effective elements and incorporated some fresh new twists into it. So, as you go through this game, you'd have to traverse the entire city in order to accomplish missions for certain characters, with each of these missions offering a unique experience for gamers. And we have to say, the GTA IV missions are definitely the most action-packed and exciting the game has ever seen.

Once you arrive in Liberty City, you will now have Roman's phone. This will serve as your control panel and will be a valuable tool for whatever that needs to be done in the game. Through your phone, you can receive calls or messages for new missions, as well as access the multiplayer features, that will help you advance in this game. Using the phone as a means of control for players on the characters in the game is a smart way to guise the illusion of the players having complete control of the action taking place in the game.

The online multiplayer feature is another exciting addition to an already packed gaming experience. You can have as much as sixteen players competing against each other, which definitely raises the level of intensity within the game. Sooner or later, GTA IV will earn the title of king of Multiplayer because of its tremendous new features that has continued to innovate and redefine gaming as we know it.

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