Long before this game was released on the XBOX 360, the world was treated to stylized images of Niko Bellic and the deliciously sultry chick with a lollipop balanced precariously upon the tip of her tongue. It was this steamy female, whose name was rumored to be Lola del Rio, which got me intrigued and not the Russian lead character in Grand Theft Auto IV, one of the most anticipated game of the year. Along with the rest of the gaming population, I am still wondering if Rockstar made her out to be a character or merely part of their marketing gimmick to attract potential buyers who were smitten with Miss Lollipop.

Anyway, I digress. In GTA IV, you play as Niko Bellic, a Russian immigrant who has just arrived in Liberty City (which bears an uncanny resemblance to New York, down to the Statue of Liberty) to have a taste of the great American dream. He lives with his Cousin Roman and does various odd jobs from picking up girls, delivering questionable packages and yes, stealing cars ranging from the common GT to a deliciously sleek Aston Martin.

GTA IV Tips

Some achievements are tough to well, achieve in this game. I find the “Rolled Over” achievement among the hardest. A tip for those who want the allocated 30 points: Just head over to the airport and seek out a series of ramps, try to do at least five flips while airborne and voila, achievement unlocked! A quick GTA IV tip

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It’s not surprising if this came true, because the original game did make an appearance on both Gameboy and GBA platforms. Neither Rockstar nor nintendo refuted or confirmed this piece of juicy rumor, but fans like me will be clinging to the edge of our seats while wishing fervently for this to come true. If it did, perhaps we can expect to play it based on a top-down perspective not unlike the original GTA game. Rendering Liberty City in its full undulating 3D glory will be tough, but I think Rockstar will pull a bunny out of their hat and make the game at least interactive, if not more entertaining. Think the Sims in previous DS games, only much meaner.

I for one would love to see improvements in the dating aspects of GTA IV. Probably not full frontal copulative activities just like those displayed in the XBOX 360 and PS3 version because the Nintendo is a more family oriented gaming console. I’ll be on full alert should news of the impending GTA IV DS game release be announced. Now excuse me while I go steal a helicopter!