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Gangstar Vegas

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User verdict / 100 High confidence Divided

Gangstar Vegas, a free-to-play open-world game, is praised for its GTA-like gameplay and impressive graphics for a mobile title, but recent updates have led to a significant increase in intrusive ads and frequent crashes, severely impacting the user experience.

4.6★ lifetime (152,260) Free + in-app purchases since 2013 by Gameloft updated 0.4 mo ago recent negative 30% 120 reviews across 4 regions
Ads Crashes & Glitches Graphics & Gameplay Multiplayer Request Game Sound Issues Lack of Updates/Stale Content
5★397
4★150
3★83
2★59
1★209
recent reviews across 4 regions, vs the 4.6★ lifetime average

Gangstar Vegas offers a Grand Theft Auto-like experience on mobile with strong graphics and an engaging story, which has historically earned it high ratings. However, recent user reviews highlight a sharp decline in quality due to an overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay and frequent game crashes, making it difficult to enjoy.

What users like

  • Offers a Grand Theft Auto-like open-world experience on mobile.R4R11R59R90
  • Features impressive graphics for a mobile game.R4R19R90
  • Provides a decent story mode.R23R90

What users complain about

  • Excessive and intrusive ads frequently interrupt gameplay, even during missions or when navigating menus.R3R5R6R64
  • Frequent game crashes, especially when driving vehicles or after watching ads, force users to restart the app.R5R8R49R56
  • Audio ads override in-game sounds and music, even when playing offline, and can cause further glitches.R5R64R124R138
  • Lack of a multiplayer or online mode is a common request from users.R1R16R18R96
  • Some users report that purchasing in-app perks to remove ads does not work, and ads still appear.R81R201R222
  • Game can be laggy, especially on older devices or due to ads.R33R48R265R435

Latest update · v980

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

A city under lockdown. A devil's contract waiting to be signed. Step into Update 98 and chase gangland glory through a multi-stage Battle Pass packed with rewards every step of the way. Strike from luxury rides, rain chaos from new helicopters, and dominate close-quarters with brand-new ARs and melee weapons. Track every milestone with the new Google Play Achievements. The streets are yours to claim — gear up and take the throne.

Recurring themes

Ads negative
The most prevalent complaint is the overwhelming number of ads. Users report ads appearing every few seconds, when opening maps, pausing the game, or even as audio overlays during gameplay, muting other sounds. This issue is so severe that it makes the game unplayable for many, contradicting the developer's notes that don't address this specific problem.R3R5R6R7
Crashes & Glitches negative
Many recent reviews report frequent game crashes, freezing, and glitches, especially after updates or when driving vehicles. This forces users to restart the game, sometimes leading to lost progress or making missions impossible to complete. The developer's notes mention a Battle Pass and new content, but do not specifically address crash fixes, which users are still reporting.R5R8R26R45
Multiplayer Request positive
A recurring suggestion from users is the addition of an online multiplayer mode to play with friends, enhance social interaction, and increase replayability. This is seen as a significant missing feature for a game of this genre.R1R13R16R18
Graphics & Gameplay positive
Despite the issues, many users still praise the game's graphics, open-world design, and overall gameplay as being comparable to Grand Theft Auto, especially for a mobile title. It's often described as a 'GTA in your pocket'.R4R11R19R23
Game Sound Issues negative
Users report problems with in-game audio, including no sound at all or audio ads overriding all other game sounds. Some note that turning off data to avoid ads also removes all game audio.R4R5R28R64
Lack of Updates/Stale Content negative
Some users feel the game lacks significant updates or new content, with requests for map expansions, more interactive elements, and modernizing controls. While the developer notes mention a Battle Pass and new items, some users still perceive the core game as aging.R79R115R129R153

Who it's for

This game is for players who enjoy open-world action games similar to Grand Theft Auto and are looking for a free mobile experience with good graphics R4R59. It is not for players who are easily frustrated by frequent ads, game crashes, or a lack of multiplayer options R3R5R49R16.

Evidence note: The recent reviews skew heavily negative, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads and frequent crashes. While the lifetime rating is high, the recent sentiment indicates a significant decline in user satisfaction. The developer's notes mention new content but do not address the core issues of ads and crashes, which are central to recent negative feedback.

Frequently asked

Does Gangstar Vegas have too many ads?
Yes, recent reviews overwhelmingly indicate that Gangstar Vegas has an excessive number of ads that frequently interrupt gameplay, appearing every few seconds, when opening menus, or as audio overlays R3R6R35R64.
Does Gangstar Vegas crash frequently?
Yes, many recent users report that Gangstar Vegas crashes frequently, especially when driving vehicles or after watching ads, forcing them to restart the game R5R49R56R61.
Can you play Gangstar Vegas with friends?
No, Gangstar Vegas currently lacks an online multiplayer mode, and many users have requested this feature to play with friends R1R16R18R96.
Are there sound issues in Gangstar Vegas?
Yes, some users experience issues with game sound, including no audio at all or audio ads overriding all in-game sounds and music R5R28R64R123.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R4] 4/5 · US It’s just like GTA.: I was writing a review then I accidentally clicked out of it I can’t remember what I explained, but the graphics of this game are awesome better than any mobile game I have ever seen. The reason I’m giving 4 stars is because when I got into the game i couldn’t hear it because I guess didn’t work so I clicked out of it and now I’m gonna back into it I hope it works now, I also
  2. [R11] 4/5 · US Pretty good game: I love it overall. It’s like GTA in your pocket. One criticism I have is that all the NPCs look the same
  3. [R59] 5/5 · US Closest you’ll ever get to a gta story mode game imo: Gangstar Vegas is literally gta on the phone, I always heard about it growing up but never bothered because it looked nothing like gta 5, (which is what I wanted at the time) but now that I’ve played most gta games like 3, vice city, and San Andreas, it makes me really appreciate how well done this game is for being on the phone, and to be hone
  4. [R90] 5/5 · US Great Mobile GTA type game: Great game. Great story. Great controls. Great graphics. Great system.
  5. [R19] 5/5 · US Çok etkileyici: Oyun gerçekten çok etkileyici ve grafik tasarımları yüksek bu puanı hakediyor bence.😉
  6. [R23] 5/5 · US Good Game: I’ve started playing this game in 2023 and I still have it on my phone. It’s really good name with a decent story for mobile and I enjoy playing open world. The only problem is that the ads are getting out of control. Obviously this is a free game so some ads are fine but it gets to a point. Anyways this is a really good game.
  7. [R3] 1/5 · US Too many ads - Nothing new: Game has way too many ads now for some annoying reason. They’re everywhere and also keep playing whilst you play the game. You can go offline to play but it’s not as fun.
  8. [R5] 1/5 · US Too many ads and glitchy: This game has too many ads, I want too listen too the radio and an ad comes on multiple times. It’s also glitchy, it’ll freeze which causes me to exit the game and go back in. It’s very annoying. I don’t know what it is going on or if it’s only me but FIX IT.
  9. [R6] 3/5 · US Too many Ads: You can’t even go 30 seconds without a ad muting ur game or random pop ups it’s not even a over exaggeration
  10. [R64] 3/5 · US NO ADS NO AUDIO: So I’ve been playing gangster Vegas since it first came out and this is ridiculous. The ads are almost predatory. You click the map ads. You click the pause button add also you’re driving around in your car as come over the radio and pause all other audio and if you try to bypass that by turning off your data or Wi-Fi, you will not be able to get audio for the entire game until yo
  11. [R8] 1/5 · US I don't understand what's going on: After watching every second ad on iPhone 14 Pro Max, the screen freezes on one frame. I have to restart the app. I await your action. · translated
  12. [R49] 1/5 · US Game crash when I’m in a vehicle for a few seconds: This makes me mad, the game crashes when I’m driving a vehicle and I have to reopen the game, please fix this issue because it’s getting annoying for me! This is such dogwater! 😡🤬
  13. [R56] 5/5 · US This is such a good game, but this happened…: This is a good game I used to be a pro at it. I escaped polices bought helicopters. But then it crashed. This game keeps crashing too often. I had to delete it and reinstall it. and once I tried, it deleted my data and it keeps crashing. You can download this game, but this crash is too often. Just giving you a warning.
  14. [R124] 3/5 · US Okay look: This app used to be one of my favorite games, today I noticed that there was audible ads and it began to annoy me. The thing is,is that it happens less than a minute apart. So please if this can be reduced then please do because it was perfect the way it was a day ago. 🙁
  15. [R138] 3/5 · US A bit disappointed: overall, the game is OK but: ads in the car every minute or so, but they’re only audio (cutting all other audio. they can be bypassed by turning on airplane mode. this is clearly a for-profit game , and in general I don’t have a problem with that. Just be aware that it’s going to push you for ads and in app purchases often. also did you guys really need to take that Pro-depor
  16. [R1] 4/5 · US Online mode needed: You should make an online mode the game is fun but would better a better with an online mode to play with friends
  17. [R16] 5/5 · US good game but not for solo: i have no problem with that game but playing solo is kinda boring, i always wanted to like these games multiplayer, so can you add multiplayer mode? appreciate your help!
  18. [R18] 5/5 · US About the game: It’s good but I just wish we had multiplayer so than we can talk to everyone that we want to than we can add them as friends if we want to. Also I think you guys should add battle royal and only people in gangs can battle each other and whoever wins gets a rare gun or car or something.
  19. [R96] 4/5 · US It’s 2025 make ts multiplayer: Please
  20. [R81] 3/5 · US Ads: Ads are not working. I bought prestige (it says reward without watching an ad), but no, it says everything has already been received and there are no ads. · translated
  21. [R201] 3/5 · GB Adverts & Crashing: It’s a good game and a great take on a very well known title. However there a lots of adverts and it frequently crashes meaning restarting the game. I even bought all the perks to have no adverts and there’s still loads. These elements really need addressing or you will just lose lots of potential customers and existing ones.
  22. [R222] 3/5 · GB Gone downhill: Used to be a great game now the ads are just irritating and no way of paying to get rid of them. Disappointing
  23. [R33] 1/5 · US My thought: Not good like it used to be soo laggy too manny ads on iPhone 13 .2026
  24. [R48] 2/5 · US I can’t change graphics and it makes my iPhone X really laggy: I tried to find it and it’s just not there, this is a fun game but the lag ruins it because my iPhone cannot handle it AT ALL
  25. [R265] 3/5 · GB Used to be so good: It still is good however it used to run like butter but not it’s laggy glitchy and slow.
  26. [R435] 3/5 · CA like it: it’s great but my phone bouta blow up if you play longer then 10 mins
  27. [R7] 1/5 · US Ad: So much fking ad and error ad
  28. [R26] 5/5 · US Game freezes: Game freezes after some adds. To many ads now hard to enjoy the game. Theres a ad every chance they get.
  29. [R45] 1/5 · US Too many ads: Hey Developer, There’s too many ads going on with this game like i can’t really enjoy the game at all whenever I try to open a map or setting always there’s a ad also the game kicks me out every time i try to drive a vehicle,which is affecting a lot of gamers to loose interest towards the game, for those reasons I’m deleting this game,we know you guys are trying to make money but th
  30. [R13] 5/5 · US Fan del juego: De verdad juego muy bueno pero no tiene chat entre jugadores difícil coordinación en eventos de bandas
  31. [R28] 5/5 · US Where s sound?: I have no sound in game. I tried to fix it with settings but it doesn’t help((( please fix it
  32. [R79] 3/5 · US Please read: Good game but too many ads and its pretty annoying for game that gets no updates and is 13yrs old please take this review seriously because I would love to see a revamp to the UI,Map, characters,and cars.
  33. [R115] 3/5 · US No mountians: Why are there no mountian areas like gta v and san andreas? It would be alot better to have those sceneries to in the game not just a desert?
  34. [R129] 3/5 · US Great game but has some problems: The game is great and pretty groundbreaking for mobile. But the driving could be at least a little more realistic with heavy drifts. And auto aim should be more modern considering the game has been updated since 2013.
  35. [R153] 3/5 · US Expand map: When will you finally expand the map? I'm tired of playing on this same map. · translated
  36. [R35] 3/5 · US Way to many ads: Every time you go to buy something or click on anything you get in ad if your in the car you can never hear anything but ads and it’s sooo annoying
  37. [R61] 1/5 · US Loved this game, Crashes every 3 minutes.: Hate how the game barely plays at all without it crashing and consistent ads.
  38. [R123] 3/5 · US Fix game Sound glitch: After new update I see the sound glitch of my all phones sometimes sounds ar not hearing please fix this glitch 😡😡😡😡😡

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store