Tencent has rolled out early access for Codename Crime Vice on Android devices in limited regions. The game is being tested in Southeast Asia (SEA), with Korean and Japanese gaming boards reporting that access is currently restricted by IP, meaning players outside designated areas cannot yet participate without workarounds. Bad.
Codename: Crime Vice is designed as a mobile open-world action RPG, heavily inspired by the Grand Theft Auto series. Players can explore a sprawling urban environment, engage in vehicular combat, shootouts, and story-driven missions, while also participating in side activities such as racing and gang warfare. Tencent has emphasized high-quality 3D visuals, dynamic weather systems, and real-time multiplayer elements, aiming to deliver console-like gameplay on mobile platforms.
Community reactions have been mixed but largely enthusiastic. Forums highlight excitement over Tencent’s attempt to bring a full-scale crime sandbox to mobile, while Japanese boards express caution about monetization and server stability. At present, no global release date has been announced, though industry watchers expect Tencent to expand testing in early 2026 before a wider rollout. Pre-registration is open in the Google Play Store.
