Grand Theft Auto V Game Spec

 

Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V

Developer: Rockstar North

Publisher: Rockstar Games

Producer: Leslie Benzies

Designers: Leslie Benzies, Imran Sarwar

Programmer: Adam Fowler

Artist: Aaron Garbut

Writers: Dan Houser, Rupert Humphries

Composers: Tangerine Dream, Woody Jackson, The Alchemist, Oh No

Series: Grand Theft Auto

Engine: RAGE

Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Windows, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S

Release Date: September 17, 2013

Genre: Action-adventure

Modes: Single-player, multiplayer

Setting: Fictional state of San Andreas, based on Southern California, including the city of Los Santos (based on Los Angeles)

Gameplay Perspectives: Third-person, first-person

Gameplay Elements:

• Open world design allowing free exploration of San Andreas.
• Players control three protagonists: Michael De Santa, Trevor Philips, and Franklin Clinton.
• Players can switch between characters during and outside missions.
• Heist sequences are a central element of the story, requiring strategic planning and execution.
• Players can engage in various activities such as scuba diving, BASE jumping, and visiting businesses like cinemas and strip clubs.
• In-game smartphone for contacting friends, starting activities, and accessing an in-game Internet.
• Stock market for trading in stocks.
• Property and business ownership.
• Customization options for characters including outfits, haircuts, and tattoos.

Game World:

• Includes the fictional Blaine County and the city of Los Santos.
• Larger in area compared to previous entries in the series.

Full exploration available after the game's beginning, with additional content unlocking as the story progresses.

 

Development:

• Development began in 2008.
• Rockstar North led development with a team of over 1,000 people.
• The RAGE engine was overhauled for better graphics.
• The open world was modeled after Southern California, with extensive field research.
• The game world's design was one of the most technically challenging aspects.
• The game innovated by allowing players to control three protagonists.
• Ned Luke, Shawn Fonteno, and Steven Ogg portrayed the main characters.
• The game features an original score and licensed music.

Grand Theft Auto V had an estimated combined development and marketing budget of over £170 million (US$265 million).

 

Awards:

Before Release:

• Most Anticipated Game at the 2012 Spike Video Game Awards.

2013:

• Game of the Year wins from various sources, including CNET, Edge, Golden Joystick Awards, Inside Gaming Awards, Spike VGX 2013 Awards, Slant Magazine, and Time.
• Best Xbox Game by Canada.com, GameSpot, and IGN.
• Best Multiplatform Game by Destructoid.
• Best Studio and Best Developer awards for Rockstar Games and Rockstar North from Edge.
• BAFTA Academy Fellowship Award at the 10th British Academy Video Games Awards.

In-Game Elements Recognized with Awards:

• Trevor was named Best Character for the Official Xbox Magazine's Game of the Year Awards 2013.
• Lamar Davis won the Best New Character award from Giant Bomb.
• The music received awards from Spike VGX, Hardcore Gamer, and The Daily Telegraph.
• Grand Theft Auto Online won Best Multiplayer from GameTrailers and BAFTA, and Best Xbox 360 Multiplayer from IGN.
• Grand Theft Auto V won Best Technical Achievement in the Telegraph Video Game Awards and Best Technology at the 14th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards.
• Outstanding Achievement in Gameplay Engineering award from the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences.

Other Awards and Nominations:

• Grand Theft Auto V received awards and nominations at various award ceremonies, including the Satellite Awards, Game Developers Choice Awards, D.I.C.E. Awards, British Academy Video Games Awards, The Game Awards, Golden Joystick Awards, and The Streamer Awards.

 

Sales:

Within 24 Hours of Release (2013):

• Generated over $815 million in worldwide revenue.
• Approximately 11.21 million copies sold.
• Almost doubled analysts' expectations.

Three Days After Release (2013):

• Surpassed one billion dollars in sales.
• Became the fastest-selling entertainment product in history.

Six Weeks After Release (2013):

• Shipped nearly 29 million copies of the game to retailers.
• Exceeded the lifetime figures of Grand Theft Auto IV.

October 7, 2013:

• Became the best-selling digital release on PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3.

October 8, 2013 (Guinness World Records):

• Broke seven records, including best-selling video game in 24 hours and fastest entertainment property to gross $1 billion.

October 18, 2013:

• A digital version was released for the Xbox 360, becoming the highest-grossing day-one and week-one release on Xbox Live.

May 2014:

• The game had generated nearly $1.98 billion in revenue.

August 2014:

• Sold-in over 34 million units to retailers for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.

December 2014:

• Shipped 45 million copies, including 10 million copies of the re-released version.

April 2018:

• Generated about $6 billion in revenue, estimated by MarketWatch to be the most profitable entertainment product of all time.

June 2023:

• Generated $8 billion in revenue.
• Copies shipped over 185 million worldwide across all platforms.
• More copies were sold in 2020 than any other year since the game's launch in 2013.

United Kingdom (2013-2014):

• Became the all-time fastest-selling game.
• Sold over 2.25 million copies in five days.
• Broke multiple records for day-one and week-one sales.

Became the best-selling game of all time in the UK in November 2014.

FAQ 

How do I download GTA V on my laptop?

To download GTA V on your laptop, visit a legitimate platform like Steam or the Rockstar Games website, purchase the game, and follow the installation instructions.

Can I play GTA V for free?

No, GTA V is not available for free legally; you need to purchase it.

How can I download GTA 5 for free on my Dell laptop?

You cannot download GTA 5 for free legally on your Dell laptop; it must be purchased from authorized sources.

What is the age limit for GTA 5 in India?

The age limit for GTA 5 in India is 18+ as it is rated "A" (Adults Only) by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).