You play as Victor "Vic" Vance , a soldier who is dishonorably discharged from the military after being set up by his corrupt superior, Jerry Martinez. Unlike many other GTA protagonists, Vic is often portrayed as a more moral character, driven into crime primarily to pay for his brother Pete’s medical bills.
The game is set in , two years before the events of the original Vice City . GTA – Vice City Stories (USA)
is a prequel to the 2002 hit GTA: Vice City , originally released for the PlayStation Portable (PSP) in October 2006 and later ported to the PlayStation 2. As of 2026, it has sold over 7 million copies , solidifying its place as one of the best-selling PSP titles of all time. Narrative and Setting You play as Victor "Vic" Vance , a
The 1984 map features several differences from the 1986 version, including a functional fairground (later a construction site), different building layouts, and a rundown trailer park that eventually becomes Sunshine Autos. Let's Talk About Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories is a prequel to the 2002 hit GTA: