Top 10 Fascinating Facts About the Game
- 27 January 2024
Grand Theft Auto V, commonly known as GTA V, is a popular action-adventure video game developed by Rockstar Games. Released in 2013, the game has sold over 140 million copies worldwide and has become a cultural phenomenon. With its open-world gameplay and engaging storyline, GTA V has captured the hearts of gamers around the world. In this list, we will explore 10 of the most interesting facts about this iconic game.
- GTA V was in development for five years and cost over $265 million to make, making it one of the most expensive video games ever created.
- The game's map, Los Santos, is based on Los Angeles and its surrounding areas, with numerous landmarks and areas accurately recreated.
- GTA V features three playable protagonists - Michael De Santa, Franklin Clinton, and Trevor Philips - each with their own unique personalities and skills.
- The game's online multiplayer mode, Grand Theft Auto Online, was released two weeks after the initial release of GTA V and has since become a massive success with frequent updates and new content.
- In addition to the main storyline missions, players can also engage in various side activities such as golfing, tennis, and even yoga.
- GTA V holds several Guinness World Records, including "Best-selling action-adventure videogame in 24 hours" and "Fastest entertainment property to gross $1 billion".
- The game's soundtrack features over 240 licensed songs from various artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, and Queen.
- Players can purchase properties in the game, such as businesses and houses, which generate income for their characters.
- GTA V's single-player campaign received critical acclaim for its well-written story and characters while also facing controversy for its depiction of violence.
- The game continues to be popular even seven years after its release, with new players discovering it every day and dedicated fans creating mods to enhance the gameplay experience.
