Carcer City is a fictional city depicted in the video game universe of Grand Theft Auto (GTA) and Manhunt.
Carcer City serves as the main setting for the game Manhunt, developed by Rockstar North. It is infamous for its dilapidated neighborhoods and lawless streets, making it a dangerous place where chaos reigns.
Overview
A City of Crime and Corruption
Carcer City is notorious for its dysfunctional police force and rampant criminal activities. The city is overrun by violent gangs, each vying for control over its rundown streets.
Connections to the Grand Theft Auto Series
Carcer City is part of the 3D Universe timeline of the Grand Theft Auto franchise. References to this city can be found in several GTA games. For instance, in Grand Theft Auto III, a news segment mentions Carcer City as being "nearby" Liberty City. Additionally, certain GTA car models and businesses appear in Manhunt, linking the two universes. Characters from the GTA series, like BJ Smith and Phil Cassidy, are mentioned by gangs in Carcer City as well.
Inspiration
The city draws inspiration from real-life Rust Belt cities like Detroit and Flint in Michigan, Camden in New Jersey, and Gary in Indiana. Once a booming industrial hub, Carcer City has fallen into despair due to economic decline and rising crime rates.
