Description: True Crime: Streets of LA, released for the PlayStation 2 in 2003, is an open-world action-adventure game developed by Luxoflux and published by Activision. The game is a blend of crime drama, martial arts combat, gunplay, and driving, often compared to the Grand Theft Auto series for its open-world structure but standing out with a more narrative-driven experience and focus on law enforcement.Story: Players take on the role of Nicholas Kang, a former LAPD officer recruited by the Elite Operations Division to take down a growing crime syndicate in Los Angeles. Kang, known for his aggressive and often reckless methods, investigates a triad-led conspiracy that is engulfing the city in violence and corruption. The story follows Kang as he uncovers a web of criminal activity involving gangs, corrupt officials, and drug cartels. As he works through the case, players must make choices that can affect the course of the narrative, with multiple endings based on player actions and morality.Gameplay: True Crime: Streets of LA offers a mix of third-person action, driving, and martial arts combat. The game is set in an open-world recreation of Los Angeles, allowing players to freely explore the city while engaging in missions or patrolling the streets. Open-World Exploration: Players can drive through a large, semi-realistic version of Los Angeles, complete with notable landmarks. The world is full of side missions, random crimes to stop, and optional objectives, adding variety to the main storyline. Mission-Based Structure: The game’s story unfolds through a series of missions that involve a combination of gunfights, car chases, and hand-to-hand combat. Players can approach missions with either lethal force or try to resolve situations non-lethally, affecting Kang’s reputation and the game’s endings. Melee Combat: Martial arts plays a significant role in combat. Players engage in hand-to-hand fights using a variety of moves, combos, and throws, with a flexible fighting system that allows for fluid brawling. Gunplay and Cover System: Players can wield a variety of firearms, engaging in third-person shootouts with a targeting system that allows precise aiming. The cover mechanic lets players duck behind objects during firefights, adding a tactical element. Driving and Car Chases: Vehicle-based gameplay is a significant aspect, with car chases, shootouts from vehicles, and the ability to commandeer other cars around the city. The game’s driving physics are arcade-like, designed for fast-paced, action-packed sequences. Morality and Consequences: The game incorporates a morality system that tracks Kang’s behavior during missions and while patrolling the city. Players can earn either Good Cop or Bad Cop points based on how they handle situations, such as arresting suspects or using excessive force. These points influence the story and which ending players get.
Price: 24.99 USD
Location: New York, New York
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Region Code: NTSC-U/C (US/Canada)
Release Year: 2005
Platform: Sony PlayStation 2
Rating: M - Mature
Video Game Series: True Crime
Sub-Genre: Martial Arts
Features: Manual Included
Publisher: Activision
Genre: Action & Adventure
Game Name: True Crime: New York City
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States