Controversies over violent video games feel almost as old as video games themselves , dating back to the 1980s . `` Grand Theft Auto V '' marks the return of one of gaming 's top titles . The series is known for expansive play options , including violence . In game , players are criminals free to act as they please . Players can choose from a variety of criminal activities such as stealing cars and robbing banks or even kidnapping people in order to extort money.
`` Grand Theft Auto V '' marks the return of one of gaming 's top titles . The series is known for expansive play options , including violence . In game , players are criminals free to act as they please . Players can choose from a variety of criminal activities such as stealing cars and robbing banks or even kidnapping people in order to extort money.