It hasn't taken Rockstar long to fix some of those bugs in the iPhone and iPod touch versions of Chinatown Wars. Today they released version 1.0.1 which fixes numourous post-release bugs and also changes Independence FM to read songs from your playlist randomly, rather then by their position in the list as it was with the previous version. The following is a excerpt from the iTunes App Store page:

What's New in Version 1.0.1

Thank you for your support! In an effort to enhance this product, we are constantly reading your comments. Independence FM (Custom Playlist) now plays selections from your playlist randomly. This patch also features a selection of bug fixes we have discovered post release.

There have been a lot of comments on the bugs in the original version, and many people found the way Independence FM played songs by position to be rather annoying, so it's good to see Rockstar responding to these comments and making the necessary changes. Check for your update when you have the next chance, or if you don't already have the game be sure to purchase it by following the below links.

Buy it now: US | UK | AU

Rockstar has posted another entree in it's Asked & Answered series where they answer questions from the fans. Here are some snippets from the post.

“Now where the hell is Red Dead Redemption's info? The Movember winner, Gamestop pre-order outfits, 2nd gameplay series. Where the hell are they?” – batik89

Ha - love the enthusiasm!  All of the above will be revealed in the next week or two, we promise.  Look for the 2nd clip in the gameplay series (which will be an in-depth look at shooting - all the gunplay, weapons, dead-eye, natural motion physics and so on that make up this key aspect of the game) as well as a big hands-on preview round to hit towards the end of next week.  Meantime, there’ll be continuing Red Dead goodness posted right here in the coming days.  Keep your eyes peeled..

“Your latest word on L.A. Noire is that it is coming along "splendidly" and that we can expect more details very soon, but that was in September. I've been anticipating this game for ages now and I was wondering if you can provide any new information or when in fact you'll publicly provide more information. By the way, is it still on the PS3?” – received via Mouthoff

There will be something great to see soon - a proper in-depth look at the game and why it is so ground breaking and innovative, both in terms of the game's design and the amazing new technology to support it.  Expect to see a long-awaited reveal via a big cover story next month.

“Can you DM me cheats for GTA Chinatown for the iPhone?” – received via Twitter

We know a lot of you out there are rooting around the web in vain looking for those Chinatown Wars iPhone cheats.  So, by popular demand, we'll post a first batch of them right here, tomorrow.

Also asked was when Chinatown Wars is going to make it's way to other territories. Rockstar is sorting out some legal issues and they hope to have Chinatown Wars available worldwide soon.

Read the rest at Rockstar's newswire.

Rockstar has released a trailer showing off the iPhone version of Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars.

Well it seems that the wait is finally over; the iPhone and iPod touch version of GTA: Chinatown Wars has just hit the iTunes App Store. For a mere $9.99 and a 188 MB download, you can play the first full Grand Theft Auto game on a mobile phone or music player device. Check out the preview images below taken from the App Store page:

It'll be interesting to see how the controls work, and more importantly, whether the beloved iPhone and handle a fully fledged GTA game. Be sure to purchase your copy as soon as you can, and if you haven't already, why not grab Beaterator as well?

Buy it now: US | UK | AU

In celebration of the launch of the PSP version of Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, Rockstar has updated the Social Club section for Chinatown Wars with a bunch of new stuff.

Peking Duck Hunt

Similar to Mr. Wongs, Peking Duck Hunt is another mini-game allowing you to earn money in-game. The game involves making moo shu pancakes at Sum Young Gai's restaurant.

Guide Map

A nice little map where you can keep track of everything from rampages you've attempted to stunt jumps you've found. You can even compare your friend's progress to your own for bragging rights.

Downloads:

Done making the paper-crafts released with the DS version of CW? Rockstar has added a whole bunch of brand new paper-craft models you can put together.

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is out now in the US! Still on the fence? Rockstar has released a gameplay video of the PSP version in action.

Rockstar has released the trailer for the PSP version of Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars.

Rockstar has announced via today's Rockstar brodcast that the trailer for the PSP version of Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars will be releasing tomorrow. While it doesn't mention a specific time, we're betting that it will release at 1 PM EST.

Back in late February and early March a fleet of customized Chinatown Wars vans were touring the America, giving away goodies and hands-on demos of the upcoming DS release of the game. Today, Rockstar announced that they are preparing to do exactly the same for the PSP release of the Chinatown Wars. So far only a few tour stops have been announced, however more are expected soon; the tour stops announced so far include:

• Dew Tour - www.allisports.com/tours/dew-tour
  • Sony booth for selected dates (at the moment, the dates are not known)
  • Toyota Challenge at the Energy Solutions Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah - September 18th to the 20th
  • PlayStation Pro at the Amway Arena in Orlando, Florida - October 15th to the 18th.
• DUB Show Tour - www.dubshowtour.com
  • Miami Beach Conference Center on September 26th in Miami
  • National Orange Show Events Center on October 18th in San Bernadino for D-Day L.A. '09.

We'll keep you post on any further tour dates that are announced.

Be sure to watch for a van in your area, if you missed it the first time round, don't miss it the second time!

This past weekend was Labor Day weekend in the states and I was away with family unable to access the internet. We're sorry that we were unable to update you on the latest news however, here are the things we missed.

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars previews
While we were gone, previews for the PSP version Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars were released. We've summed up the details below.

• Graphics have been overhauled to include bloom lighting (also known as trails in other GTAs) and better looking cars.
• 6 more radio stations packing an extra 100 minutes on top of the music from the DS.
• New rampage and riding shotgun missions.
• 6 brand new missions that focus on drugs.
• New character named Melanie Mallard.
• No more toll mini-game

Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony previews
On top of the released previews of Chinatown Wars, subscribers of Xbox World 360 got their hands on the latest issue featuring The Ballad of Gay Tony.

• Hud is now a "Parma Violet-style pink/purple".
• The episode features around 20 episodes.
• Mission scoring (Similar to Manhunt's episode rating).
• You can replay any mission.
• Three night clubs are accessible - Bahama Mamas, Hercules and Maisonette 9.
• You can now play golf (similar to VCS).
• New websites.
• A new called "Super Drop Diamond" based on a Bentley continental Convertible.
• In a random character mission, an ex-girlfriend of yours places a bomb on your car and you have to disarm it.

Sources: IGN and GTANet