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User Interface (UI) Explained — Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Guide
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

User Interface (UI) Explained — Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Guide

Understand the User Interface (UI) in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. Learn about the heads-up display (HUD), radar, health, armor, wanted level, and more.

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User Interface (UI) Explained — Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Guide

Understand the User Interface (UI) in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. Learn about the heads-up display (HUD), radar, health, armor, wanted level, and more.

This guide explains the User Interface (UI) elements in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, helping players navigate the game world and understand important on-screen information.

The UI in Vice City is designed to provide essential gameplay information without being intrusive. Key elements include:

  • Heads-Up Display (HUD): The primary display showing vital stats.
  • Radar: Located in the top-right corner, it shows your position, nearby objectives, vehicles, and law enforcement.
  • Health Bar: Indicates Tommy Vercetti's current health. If it depletes, Tommy will die.
  • Armor Bar: Shows the amount of protective armor Tommy is wearing. It absorbs damage before health.
  • Wanted Level Stars: Displayed when law enforcement is pursuing Tommy. More stars mean a higher police response.
  • Money: Shown in the top-left corner, indicating the player's current cash.
  • Weapon Icon: Displays the currently equipped weapon.
  • Minimap: Integrated with the radar, it provides a more detailed view of the immediate surroundings.
  • Objective Markers: Icons on the radar and in the game world indicating current mission objectives.

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