GTA V Key Facts

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GCSE and A Level A Level Media Flashcards on GTA V Key Facts, created by Joseph Outred on 13/03/2015.
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Developer? Rockstar North
Distributor Take-Two Interactive
Release Date? 17th Sept 2013
Platforms on release? Xbox 360 & PS3
Why was an enhanced version released November 2014? For the new generation of consoles. Xbox One and PS4
Release date for PC version? April 2015
What is the name of the city? (a parody of Los Angeles) Los Santos
What is then name of the Hollywood parody? Vinewood
What player viewpoints are available? 1st and 3rd person
Names of playable characters? Michael Trevor Franklin
How many players can join one multiplayer game? 30
When did development begin for GTA V? 2009 after release of GTA IV
Explain the international nature of the game’s development. Game was a collaborative project with studios around the world
Which scene caused the most controversy in the game? torture- waterboarding
How many dollars earned on the first day? $800m
How many dollars earned over three days? $1 Billion Fastest selling entertainment product of all time
What is meant by the terms sandbox game or open world game? An environment that players can explore without needing to follow a narrative. No rules?
How is the player able to experience the game’s narrative? Through missions and cut-scenes
What happens if a player dies in game? Respawn at hospital. Lose a small amount of money.
What happens if a character is arrested? Busted! Player loses money and weapons.
What is the role of AI in the game? Controls the Non-Player-Characters (NPCs) and the environment.
What unique Special Skill does each character have? Trevor - Rage! Michael - Bullet-Time Franklin - Expert Driving
How do characters' special abilities add to player’s gameplay experience? Makes each character unique. Players choose favourite. Uses and Grats - Personal Identity
Name some real world activities that players can do in game. Yoga, play the stockmarket, play golf, go hiking, go scuba diving, surf the web, watch tv, play video games, get drunk, hire a prostitute, play tennis, skydiving, take photos, phone friends, ride rollercoasters
In multiplayer, what is the point of the Content Creator? Mode that allows players to modify maps and add weapons, vehicles etc
What is the role of the Rockstar Games Social Club? Create crews, share content, look at leaderboards
In the game narrative, what is the FIB? Federal Investigations Bureau Parody of FBI
What is the climax of the game narrative? The Biggest Bank Heist Ever! A convention of Hollywood films.
What three endings are available to the player? Play as Franklin. 1. Kill Trevor 2. Kill Michael 3. Save everyone
What was the development/marketing budget for the game? £170m or $265m twice the budget for GTA IV
How was google maps used in the game development? Plan streets and buildings to match Los Angeles
How did Rockstar encourage pre-order sales? Deals with retailers for Special Editions of the game - different packaging - bonus weapons - free posters
How is music featured in the game? How many tracks? Listen to variety of stations when driving. 241 different tracks.
How has Rockstar tried to maintain the longevity of the game? Releasing DLC with different missions and content. Example "Valentines Day Special"
How many copies of the game were sold in the UK in 5 days? 2.25 million
Which Australian department store refused to sell the game? Why? Store: Target Online petition criticising the representation of women in the game.
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