GTA Vice City was a game that put the GTA brand on the map, and now that the game is over two decades old, there was hardly any computer around that could not run this game, but that did not stop some overly enthusiastic fans from creating a web-based version of the game, which can now be played through a browser. No downloads, no subscription, just fun and some GTA mayhem.
A recent Instagram post has attracted the interest of gamers around the world, where some fans showcase a web-based version of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City using HTML5. The ability to play the game with only a browser has sparked the interest of fans. Despite this being a fan-made project with no tech giant backing it, it has pushed the boundaries of modern web development technologies.
It goes without saying that this doesn’t rely on your computer hardware to a great extent, as the regular version of the game would, but it tests the capabilities of the system through your browser, which makes the game playable on the majority of systems around the world, including mobiles. The community has come together to appreciate the efforts and the creativity in pulling off such a project.
Here’s how you can play it too:
- Start a browser that supports HTML5. (All modern browsers do)
- Head over to the DOS Zone website.
- Click on “Click to play demo.”
The website only supports the demo released by the developers at the moment, and you can follow the aforementioned steps to try it out for yourself.
GTA Vice City looks pale in comparison to some of the modern gems in the GTA line that were released over the years. However, Vice City has been the game that has redefined open-world games and holds tons of nostalgic value, making this a welcome project.