Is GTA 3 Tommy Vercetti?

No, GTA 3 is not Tommy Vercetti, as the main character in GTA 3 is Claude, a silent protagonist who, after being betrayed and left for dead by his girlfriend during a robbery, embarks on a quest for revenge that leads him to become entangled in a world of crime, drugs, gang warfare, and more. The connection between GTA 3 and Tommy Vercetti is more about the Forelli family, as Tommy Vercetti is the main character in GTA Vice City, which is set in a different time period and location, but is connected to the GTA 3 storyline through the Forelli family’s influence in Liberty City.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. Is GTA 3 and Vice City connected?: Yes, GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas are all connected as they take place in the same world, with GTA 3 set in 2001, Vice City in 1986, and San Andreas in 1992, and they share some characters, including the mention of Tommy Vercetti in GTA 3 through the Forelli family’s storyline.
2. Who is the main character in GTA 3?: The main character in GTA 3 is Claude, a silent protagonist who seeks revenge after being betrayed by his girlfriend during a robbery.
3. Was Tommy set up in GTA Vice City?: Yes, Tommy Vercetti was set up by Sonny Forelli, who sent eleven mafia hitmen to ambush Tommy in Liberty City.

Character Background

4. How old is Niko in GTA 4?: Niko Bellic is 30 years old by the time he arrives in Liberty City.
5. WHAT HAPPENED TO TOMMY VERCETTI AFTER GTA VICE CITY?: After GTA Vice City, Tommy Vercetti‘s fate is not explicitly stated, but it is mentioned in a website in GTA 4 that he might still be alive, although his current activities and status are unknown.
6. How old would Tommy Vercetti be today?: Assuming Tommy Vercetti was born in 1951 and Vice City took place in 1986, Tommy would be around 70 years old today.

Game Connections

7. Was CJ in GTA 3?: There is no direct appearance of CJ in GTA 3, but CJ does meet Claude in San Andreas, and they race each other, with CJ winning and Claude giving him his garage in San Fierro as a reward.
8. Is Tommy still alive in GTA?: According to a website in GTA 4, Tommy Vercetti might still be alive, as Kent Paul mentions him, calling him “Tom”, but there is no clear information about his current status or activities.
9. Who betrays Tommy Vercetti?: Lance Vance betrays Tommy Vercetti, revealing Tommy‘s plan to Sonny Forelli, which leads to Sonny‘s attempt to take control of Vice City from Tommy.

Character Personalities

10. Why does Claude not talk?: Claude does not talk because the game developers decided that it would help players identify with him more, and it was not a major issue to focus on at the time of development.
11. Is Claude a mute in GTA 3?: Yes, Claude is often considered a mute character, as he does not speak throughout the game, making him a silent protagonist.

Game Settings

12. What year is GTA 3 set?: GTA 3 is set in 2001, in the fictional Liberty City, which is loosely based on New York City.
13. Where is GTA 3 supposed to be?: GTA 3 is set in Liberty City, a fictional city that is loosely based on New York City.

Game Sequels and Prequels

14. Which is older GTA 3 or Vice City?: GTA 3 is older than Vice City, as it was released first, with Vice City being released about a year later.
15. Is CJ in GTA 5?: No, CJ is not in GTA 5, as GTA 5 is set in a different universe, known as the HD universe, while CJ‘s story took place in the 3D universe.