While Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) is stealing the spotlight, another exciting GTA project is in the works—and it’s a nostalgic treat for fans of the classic Vice City. A team of modders is bringing Grand Theft Auto: Vice City to the SEGA Dreamcast, reviving the iconic game for a whole new audience. Here’s everything you need to know about this ambitious project.
What’s the Project About?
Led by modder Stefanos Kornilios Mitsis Poiitidis (SKMP), the team is working on porting Grand Theft Auto: Vice City to the SEGA Dreamcast. This follows their successful port of Grand Theft Auto III to the Dreamcast in 2024, which even caught the attention of Rockstar veteran Obbe Vermeij.
dca3-miami, now with audio ~ pic.twitter.com/1rPdVllA7r
— Stefanos Kornilios Mitsis Poiitidis (@poiitidis) February 24, 2025
The project is still in its early stages, with visual bugs and no sound in the current build. However, the team has already made significant progress, and fans are eagerly awaiting a polished version.
Why Is This a Big Deal?
Porting a PS2-era game like Vice City to the Dreamcast is no small feat. The Dreamcast’s hardware is vastly different from the PS2 or Xbox, making this a technical achievement that showcases the dedication and skill of the modding community.
For fans of the original Grand Theft Auto 3D trilogy (Grand Theft Auto III, Vice City, and San Andreas), this project is a nostalgic trip back to the early days of open-world gaming.
What’s Next for the Modding Team?
After completing the Vice City port, the team plans to tackle Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas next. If their previous work is any indication, these ports will breathe new life into classic games and introduce them to a new generation of players.
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What Does This Mean for GTA Fans?
While Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to redefine the franchise with next-gen graphics and gameplay, projects like this remind us of the series’ roots. For fans who grew up with the Grand Theft Auto 3D trilogy, these ports are a chance to relive the magic of Vice City and San Andreas on retro hardware.