Rockstar Games to Release GTA: Chinatown Wars to iPhone This Fall

by Jody Mitoma on September 2, 2009 at 12:12 pm

Software developer Rockstar Games announced that Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars will arrive for Apple’s iPhone and iPod touch handsets later this fall.

[iPhone Alley] According to Touch Arcade, the game, which is presently available for the Nintendo DS, follows the story of Huang Lee, a young Triad who travels to Liberty City after the mysterious death of his father.

“Chinatown Wars is a perfect match for the iPhone and iPod touch,” said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. “We are very excited to bring this incredibly ambitious version of Liberty City, with this level of detail and immersive gameplay on Apple’s new gaming platforms.”

Specific release dates, system requirements and final pricing have yet to be announced, though the following gameplay footage of the Nintendo DS version can be seen below: