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Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars

A top-down GTA built for the Nintendo DS, in which Triad heir Huang Lee comes to Liberty City to deliver his late father’s sword.

Key facts

Released
17 March 2009 (Nintendo DS, North America)
Type
Handheld
Platforms
Nintendo DS (2009), PSP (2009), iPhone (2010), Android (2014)
Developer
Rockstar Leeds
Setting
Liberty City (New York City)
Protagonist
Huang Lee
Metascore
93 (Nintendo DS)

What it is remembered for

  • Used the DS touchscreen for a PDA with GPS, and the microphone for hailing cabs.
  • Covers GTA IV’s Liberty City except the Alderney borough.
  • Won Best Handheld Game at the 2009 Spike TV Video Game Awards.

GTA Chinatown Wars vs GTA 6

GTA Chinatown Wars compared with GTA 6
GTA Chinatown WarsGTA 6
Released2009November 19, 2026
SettingLiberty CityVice City and the state of Leonida
Playable leadsHuang LeeJason Duval, Lucia Caminos
Launch platformsNintendo DS (2009)PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S

GTA Chinatown Wars FAQ

When did GTA Chinatown Wars come out?

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars came out on 17 March 2009 (Nintendo DS, North America).

Where is GTA Chinatown Wars set?

In Liberty City, the series’ take on New York City.

Who is the main character in GTA Chinatown Wars?

Huang Lee.

What platforms is GTA Chinatown Wars on?

Nintendo DS (2009); PSP (2009); iPhone (2010); Android (2014).

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