When a young street hustler, a retired bank robber and a terrifying psychopath find themselves entangled with some of the most frightening and deranged elements of the criminal underworld, the U.S. government and the Entertainment industry, they must pull off a series of dangerous heists to survive in a ruthless city in which they can trust nobody, least of all each other.

Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V) is a critically acclaimed action-adventure game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. Released initially in 2013, GTA V remains one of the most popular and successful video games of all time, with an expansive open world, engaging storylines, and an online multiplayer mode that continues to evolve.

These Protagonists each bring unique skills and perspectives to the game’s narrative, weaving together a complex storyline filled with high-stakes heists, personal drama, and intense action.

GTA V also includes Grand Theft Auto Online, an ever-expanding online multiplayer mode where players can create their own Characters and build their criminal empires through a variety of Missions, Businesses, and cooperative activities with friends.

Setting

Grand Theft Auto V takes place in the fictional state of San Andreas, a sprawling landscape that includes Los Santos, a vast city inspired by Los Angeles, and the surrounding Blaine County, which features deserts, mountains, and rural areas. The game also briefly ventures into the snowy town of Ludendorff, located in the state of North Yankton.

Main Characters

The game features three main Protagonists:

• Michael De Santa (formerly Michael Townley): A retired, wealthy former bank robber living in witness protection, struggling with his family and unfulfilled life.
• Franklin Clinton: A young repo man from South Los Santos looking to rise out of the streets and build a better life through bigger criminal opportunities.
• Trevor Philips: A volatile, drug-dealing psychopath and former associate of Michael, living in the rural deserts of Blaine County.

Each character brings a unique perspective, motivation, and set of skills to the game’s narrative, creating a dynamic and intertwined storyline.

Premise

Grand Theft Auto V follows the interwoven stories of Michael, Franklin, and Trevor as they navigate the criminal underworld of Los Santos. After an unexpected reunion between Michael and Trevor, the trio embarks on a series of dangerous heists while contending with corrupt federal agents, rival Gangs, and other criminal entities.

Along the way, they must balance personal conflicts, escalating tensions, and betrayals, all while attempting to seize one last opportunity for fortune.

• Open World Exploration: The world of San Andreas offers a dynamic, living environment where players can explore mountains, deserts, oceans, and the bustling city of Los Santos.
• Three-Character Narrative: Play as Michael, Franklin, and Trevor, switching between their lives to experience multiple perspectives and strategies for completing Missions.
• Grand Theft Auto Online: Jump into an online world that supports up to 30 players and take part in heists, races, cooperative Missions, and custom-made activities with friends.
• Heists: One of GTA V’s standout features is its complex, multi-stage heists, requiring players to plan and execute massive jobs involving various tasks and team roles.
• Vehicles and Weapons: Drive and fly a wide range of Vehicles, from Cars and motorcycles to planes and boats, while also using an extensive arsenal of Weapons to fight off enemies and the law.

GTA V has been released across multiple generations of gaming consoles, ensuring that it remains relevant and accessible to players on a variety of platforms:

• PlayStation 3
• PlayStation 4
• PlayStation 5
• Xbox 360
• Xbox One
• Xbox Series X|S
• PC