Rockstar Games have just announced that Chinatown Wars will be appearing on Apple's iPhone and iPod touch later this year.

There's no details on the game, other than the fact it is being developed by Rockstar Leeds, and that it is expected to be released around the same time as the PSP version.

Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games said:

"Chinatown Wars is a perfect match for the iPhone and iPod touch, we are very excited to bring this incredibly ambitious version of Liberty City, with this level of detail and immersive gameplay on Apple's new gaming platforms."

Rockstar Games have just updated the official Chinatown Wars website with the first seven screenshots from the PSP version of Chinatown Wars. Click the thumbnails below for the larger versions.

You can tell straight away the obvious improved visuals, as well as the widescreen. Looks a lot nicer than the DS version you have to say.

Keep an eye out for more updates today.

Link: Chiantown Wars PSP screenshots

Rockstar Games have announced via their Twitter that the PSP version of Chinatown Wars will be released both on UMD and digital download from the PlayStation Store.

It was also said that the "first screens and more" are coming soon. Keep an eye out for more updates.

UPDATE: Rockstar have also now confirmed the above is the North American release date, Europe and the rest of the world will get it on 23rd October, as expected.