GTA V has been entertaining and addictive for much of the same reasons as prior entries in the series: it's crazy, huge, and interesting.

Grand Theft Auto V is a Rockstar North and Rockstar Games action-adventure game released in 2013. It is the seventh major installment in the Grand Theft Auto series, and the fifteenth overall, after Grand Theft Auto IV. The game was greatly anticipated ahead of its release as one of the most highly wanted video game releases of 2013.

Almost every mechanic from previous Grand Theft Auto games has been improved in Grand Theft Auto V. The cars have been considerably enhanced in terms of driving, with Rockstar applying more subtle physics to them.

In comparison to the melee controls in the game, the shooting mechanics are superior in terms of how they feel. That being said, melee has also improved over prior titles. The weapon choices have also been modified, instead of picking all of the weapons sequentially, a Weapon Wheel has been added for easy access and managing of your guns.

You can play the game in third-person or first-person mode, and the world can be explored on foot or by vehicle. A large variety of cars spawn driving throughout the map, much as in previous games, and can be stolen.

Throughout single-player, you control the three main protagonists and can switch between them both inside and outside of missions. To continue through the plot, you must accomplish missions, which are linear scenarios with certain objectives.

You are free to travel the open world outside of the missions and participate in context-specific activities like scuba, yoga, and skydiving while exploring the game world, as well as visit businesses like movies or strip clubs.

Some heists allow for several approaches; for example, in a holdup job, you can either use a paralyzing chemical to subdue individuals quietly or blaze gun the venue with firearms drawn.

Since you can finish missions as any of the three protagonists, the harder heist tasks will need the assistance of AI-controlled allies with specialized skills such as computer hacking and piloting. If an ally survives a successful robbery, they receive a portion of the money prize and may be available for future missions if their special abilities have improved.

To battle enemies, you may employ melee attacks, weapons, and grenades, and to explore the world, you can run, jump, swim, or use vehicles. Auto-aim and a cover system can be used to help defeat opponents in combat. Your health indicator will automatically replenish to its halfway point if you receive damage.

Each of your characters gets a smartphone with which they may communicate with friends, initiate activities, and access the in-game Internet. You can use the Internet to trade assets on a stock exchange. You may buy buildings like garages and shops, enhance your characters' weapons and cars, and customize their look with clothing, hairstyles, and cosmetics.