Version History / Update Log

Welcome to the comprehensive Version History and Update Log for our Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories guide. This section details all significant revisions, additions, and corrections made to ensure you have the most accurate and helpful information for navigating Liberty City.

Guide Version 5.0 (PS2) - Updated: 11/06/2022

This major update for the PlayStation 2 version of the guide focused on refining existing content and incorporating community feedback for enhanced clarity and strategic depth.

• Mission Walkthroughs:
  • "Driving Mr. Leone": Added a detailed alternative route for avoiding the Forelli hit squad near the Callahan Bridge, suggesting the use of the alleyways behind the Saint Mark's Bistro to reach the ferry terminal faster.
  • "Sindacco Sabotage": Clarified the optimal weapon loadout for the casino shootout, recommending the use of the Shotgun for close-quarters combat and the AK-47 for mid-range engagements against the Sindacco thugs. Location for a hidden Body Armor pickup inside the casino's back office has been added.
  • "The Sicilian Gambit": Expanded on the final chase sequence, providing specific vehicle recommendations (e.g., a speedy Banshee found near the Portland View safehouse) and precise turns to take to outmaneuver the pursuing vehicles.
• Side Activities & Collectibles:
  • Unique Stunt Jumps: All 26 Unique Stunt Jump locations have been re-verified with updated screenshots and precise approach angles for easier completion. For example, the jump over the broken bridge in Shoreside Vale now includes a recommended vehicle (PCJ-600) and a specific ramp approach from the north side.
  • Hidden Packages: A new map overlay for all 100 Hidden Packages has been integrated, with specific instructions for hard-to-reach items, such as the package on top of the Francis International Airport control tower, accessible only by helicopter.
• General Improvements:
  • Weapon & Vehicle Stats: Updated damage values and handling characteristics for all firearms and vehicles to reflect in-game performance more accurately.
  • Bug Fixes: Addressed minor inconsistencies in mission objective descriptions and corrected several typographical errors.

Guide Version 5.0 (PSP) - Updated: 01/07/2006

This update for the PSP version focused on optimizing strategies for the portable platform, considering its unique controls and display.

• Control Scheme Adaptations:
  • Integrated tips for effective targeting and driving using the PSP's analog nub and face buttons, particularly for missions requiring precise aiming like "Bomb Da Base: Act II" where the Rocket Launcher is crucial.
  • Recommended control configurations for vehicle missions, emphasizing the use of the shoulder buttons for acceleration/braking and the analog nub for steering.
• Battery Life Optimization:
  • Added suggestions for pausing the game during long travel segments to conserve battery life, especially during extensive exploration for collectibles.
• Mission-Specific Adjustments:
  • "Cutting the Grass": Provided a more detailed stealth approach, advising players to use the silenced pistol (available from Ammu-Nation after "Smash and Grab") to eliminate guards quietly at the construction site before confronting the target.
  • "Bringing the House Down": Emphasized the importance of quick navigation through the tunnels, suggesting memorizing the route to avoid unnecessary detours and reduce exposure to enemy fire.

Guide Version 0.4 (PSP) - Updated: 11/09/2005

This initial public release of the PSP guide laid the groundwork for future expansions, covering the early game and fundamental mechanics.

• Introduction & Basic Mechanics:
  • Detailed explanations of basic movement, combat, and driving controls.
  • Tips for managing health and armor, including locations of early game Health pickups (e.g., outside the hospital in Portland) and Body Armor spawns (e.g., under the Callahan Bridge).
• Early Mission Walkthroughs (Completion: 5%):
  • "Home Sweet Home": Step-by-step instructions for completing the introductory mission, including how to pick up the phone and drive to the safehouse.
  • "Slacker": Guidance on acquiring the first vehicle and driving Maria to the designated location, emphasizing careful driving to avoid attracting police attention.
  • "Faccia D'Angelo": Basic combat strategies for the first hostile encounter, recommending the use of the Pistol and taking cover behind vehicles.
• Essential Locations:
  • Identified the initial safehouse in Portland, the nearest Ammu-Nation, and Pay 'n' Spray locations.
  • Provided a basic map of Portland with key points of interest marked.