Grand Theft Auto IV is an open-world action-adventure game developed by Rockstar North and released in 2008. Critics and fans alike praise its open-world design and story. It’s considered to be one of the best video games ever made and set the standard for open-world games. The game also received countless award nominations and won Spike’s “Game of the Year.” On the first day of release, GTA IV sold 3.6 million copies and helped the franchise surpass 100 million copies sold. Rockstar’s next release, GTA V, broke the records and sales of the game.
Grand Theft Auto IV Premise
Grand Theft Auto IV takes place in Liberty City, a fictional New York City. The game centers around one protagonist, Niko Bellic, who arrives in America aboard a cargo ship, looking for a better life. Niko also has a dark criminal past that he wishes to get rid of and seeks revenge against a man who betrayed him long ago. Niko arrives to meet his cousin Roman, who promised him an ideal life in America and filled his head with dreams. Upon arrival, Niko discovers his cousin is broke, the owner of a failed company, and in debt with loan sharks. He starts his new life trying to right the wrongs of his cousin while running into problems of his own.
Along the way, Niko runs into Dimitri Rascalov, who kidnaps him after Niko kills one of his employees. The story unfolds as Dimitri burns Roman’s apartment down, forcing the cousins to flee and work with other gangs.
Once you arrive in Liberty City, you must decide when you want to complete missions. While missions earn money, respect, and advance the storyline, roaming the city can be just as fun. The game is filled with unique activities that can keep you entertained for hours, all without touching the main plot. Players can play games like pool, darts, or race cars. For thrill-seekers, the game offers stunt jumps, assassinations, car thefts, and drug dealing.
GTA IV is iconic for its controls which feel arcade-like, and its less realistic gameplay style. While its sequel GTA V attempts to be as realistic as possible, fans reminisce about the unique gameplay style that was complete with a deep and consistent story. The Grand Theft Auto games do not share connected storylines but occur in the same universe and can feature reoccurring characters.
Grand Theft Auto IV Main Characters
Niko Bellic: Niko is the main protagonist in GTA IV, and who the player controls in the game. Niko is an ex-soldier from Eastern Europe who came to Liberty City for the American Dream. He hopes to escape his criminal past and seek revenge on a man. Niko helps his cousin, Roman, get out of debt and disputes with serious figures.
Roman Bellic: Roman is the cousin of Niko, who told him to come to Liberty City. His tales about living the American Dream are false when Niko arrives and finds him in severe debt. He is the owner of a failing taxi company and lives inside a small bug-infested apartment.
Little Jacob: Jacob is the tritagonist in GTA IV and a Jamaican drug and arms dealer. He is close friends with Niko and Roman Bellic and a high-ranking gang member. Jacob can be found throughout the game, assisting Niko when needed.
Dimitri Rascalov: Dimitri is a Russian mobster and the main antagonist of GTA IV. He first meets Niko after the Bellic cousins kill one of his employees. Niko begins working for Dimitri and is later betrayed, a common characteristic of Dimitri.
Grand Theft Auto IV Titles in the Series
The Grand Theft Auto franchise is in the top five best-selling video game franchises ever. The series consists of eleven stand-alone games and four add-on packs. Although there hasn’t been a new game in the series in over a decade, Rockstar has confirmed GTA VI is currently in development. Fans speculate that the game could release sometime in 2024 or 2025. Rockstar is known for taking their time creating games, but the end product is highly polished and expansive. This is seen in GTA V, the second best-selling game of all time, and is available on most major platforms, including new-gen consoles.
- Grand Theft Auto (1997)
- Grand Theft Auto 2 (1999)
- Grand Theft Auto: London 1969 (1999)
- Grand Theft Auto: London 1961 (1999)
- Grand Theft Auto III (2001)
- Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (2002)
- Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004)
- Grand Theft Auto Advance (2004)
- Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories (2005)
- Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories (2006)
- Grand Theft Auto IV (2008)
- Grand Theft Auto IV: The Lost and Damned (2009)
- Grand Theft Auto: The Ballad of Gay Tony (2009)
- Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars (2009)
- Grand Theft Auto V (2013)
Grand Theft Auto IV Cheat Codes
| Codes | Cheats |
|---|---|
| Dial 362 555 0100 | Max Health and Armor |
| Dial 482 555 0100 | Max Health, Armor, and Ammo |
| Dial 486 555 0150 | Weapons 1 |
| Dial 486 555 0100 | Weapons 2 |
| Dial 267 555 0100 | Remove Wanted Level |
| Dial 267 555 0150 | Raise Wanted Level |
| Dial 468 555 0100 | Change Weather |
| Dial 359 555 0100 | Spawns an Annihilator Helicopter in front of you |
| Dial 265 555 2423 | Spawns a Banshee in front of you |
| Dial 227 555 0142 | Spawns a Cognoscenti in front of you |
| Dial 227 555 0175 | Spawns a Comet in front of you |
| Dial 227 555 0100 | Spawns a Buffalo in front of you |
| Dial 938 555 0100 | Spawns a Jetmax in front of you |
| Dial 625 555 0100 | Spawns an NRG-900 in front of you |
| Dial 625 555 0150 | Spawns a Sanchez in front of you |
| Dial 227 555 0168 | Spawns a SuperGT in front of you |
| Dial 227 555 0147 | Spawns a Turismo in front of you |
Grand Theft Auto IV Cheat Code FAQ
How to get unlimited money in GTA 4?
Unfortunately, there is no money cheat in Grand Theft Auto IV. In GTA San Andreas and GTA III, there was a money cheat code that gave $250,000. GTA IV AND GTA V later removed this cheat code entirely. Players on PC who wish to alter their games can download mods that add unlimited money and countless other ways to play the game.
Are GTA cheat codes illegal?
No. Using cheat codes in GTA single-player will not result in a player being banned. However, using cheats and mods in GTA Online can result in a ban. Players who use mods should not join online servers and disable them if/when they want to play online with friends.
How do you use cheats in GTA 4?
Using cheat codes in Grand Theft Auto IV is simple. Open your in-game phone, dial the code you wish to use, and call the number. If entered correctly, the cheat should activate immediately. The game has a variety of cheats that add more fun and replayability to the game.
Should I cheat in GTA 4?
Players who are looking for a fun, relaxing experience can cheat in GTA IV. Using cheats disables trophies and achievements and can potentially hinder game progress. The game is partly famous for its cheat so using them can be a blast from the past.