Hey Vicers! Ever wondered how our amazing community came to be? Buckle up, because we're taking a trip down memory lane, right back to where it all began in the wild world of Grand Theft Auto Online!
🎮 2013: The Humble Beginnings
Our story kicks off in 2013 with a small band of just 10 dedicated players in Grand Theft Auto Online. It wasn't easy at first; getting new members to join the crew was a real grind! But even then, the passion for gaming and community was clear.
Later that year, we even put out our very first promo video on Xbox 360. It was rough around the edges, but it showed our spirit and early days!
Vice City Crime Mob Promo (Feb 19, 2014) by ViceCity CrimeMob
🌟 2014: The Rise to Recognition
Things started heating up in 2014! Rockstar Games themselves noticed our growing crew and gave us a shout-out! This was a huge moment, putting us on the map.
- Rockstar Games Newswire Feature: Crew Noticeboard: The Bomb Squad, NNA Live It Wild & Vice
With this newfound recognition, we absolutely BLEW UP! 🎉 Our promo videos got a major upgrade, showing off our expanded crew and improved style.
- Join the Vice City Crime Mob (GTA 5) (Mar 21, 2014) by Vice City Crime Mob (VCCM)
Vice City Crime Mob - Warriors Playlist (Mar 24, 2014) by ViceCity CrimeMob https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uID630FBtZE
The community continued to grow, leading to the birth of our PlayStation Group in 2014. More platforms, more players, more fun!
Vice City Crime Mob - SOS (Jun 18, 2014) by FinnHale
To keep our growing community connected, we launched our Original Forums at https://vccm.freeforums.net. It was the hub before the Discord era!
Beyond gaming, real-life connections started forming, leading to the creation of THE VICE GAMERS. This was more than just a gaming crew; it was a true brotherhood (and sisterhood!).To cap off an explosive year, late in 2014 we launched our first official website! This became our new home base, complete with its own dedicated forum for deeper discussions, an official community Podcast, and even a retro arcade to relive the classics. It was a true digital clubhouse for our members.
🚀 2015: Milestones and Modernization
2015 brought even more incredible moments! Our members started meeting in real life, making it to the front page of Reddit and even Rockstar's website! This truly highlighted the strength of our bonds.
The First Ever IRL MeetUp from our Group! (It went VIRAL several times!!)
And then Plenty More Followed
Rockstar Games Featured Us AGAIN:
Rockstar Games Feature: Crew Cut: The Top Street Racers on PC, Crew Joyriding With...
And thenWe were featured YET AGAIN by ROCKSTAR GAMES, coinciding with the exciting launch of our PC Group! This expanded our reach even further.
- Rockstar Games Newswire Feature: Crew Noticeboard: PC Crews Rally for New Members
In a groundbreaking move, The Vice Gamers joined Discord, becoming one of the first major gaming communities to embrace the platform! This decision laid the groundwork for our current thriving digital home.
🎨 2016 - 2019: The Creative Gaming Era
The years between 2016 and 2019 marked a major evolution for our community. We dove headfirst into the creative gaming space, largely thanks to the powerful tools in the Rockstar GTA Creator. This gave us the ammunition to design and build our own unique experiences.
Our official promos from this time captured the energy and spirit of our tight-knit group.
The Official [VICE] Gamers Promo (Feb 17, 2016) by Vice Creatives and Gamers
This newfound creative focus led to the creation of some of the most popular community-made maps in the game. Our biggest hit, "Snipers vs. Stunters," became a global phenomenon, achieving millions of plays across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC!
Our game nights were legendary, spanning not just GTA but other titles like Halo, leading to some hilarious and unforgettable moments.
Halo Game Nights with [VICE] #1 (Jun 13, 2016) by Vice Creatives and Gamers
We were no longer just players; we were creators, shaping the game world for others to enjoy and sharing our outrageous adventures with the world.
Funny & Outrageous Gaming Vids #1 (Aug 4, 2016) by Vice Creatives and Gamers
🌐 2020 - 2022: Evolution and Unification
By 2020, a vibrant subgroup of creatives within the community formed the Creators World Server, which eventually blossomed into what we now know as Vice Creators. This marked a significant expansion beyond just gaming.
Finally, in 2022, the gaming and creative groups officially merged into one larger, unified collective: The VICERS! This brought together all aspects of our diverse community under one powerful banner.
Finally, in 2022, the gaming and creative groups officially merged into one larger, unified collective: The VICERS! This brought together all aspects of our diverse community under one powerful banner.
🌪️ 2024: The Great Pivot & A New Beginning
The journey hasn't always been smooth. In early 2024, the community faced a major turning point. Internal conflicts led to a huge implosion and a mass exodus of members, shaking the foundation of what we had built. It was a challenging time that could have been the end of our story.
However, from the ashes of conflict comes rebirth. Our leader made a crucial decision to pivot and redefine our purpose. This wasn't an ending, but a transformation. The community has since been reforged with a brand-new, more inclusive vision.
