Grand Theft Auto (GTA) is a popular action-adventure video game franchise developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. The first game in the series was released in 1997, and the latest installment, Grand Theft Auto V, was released in 2013.
The gameplay of Grand Theft Auto typically involves the player taking on the role of a criminal protagonist who completes various missions and tasks to progress through the game's story. The games are set in fictional cities modeled after real-world locations, and the open-world nature of the games allows players to explore and interact with these cities and their inhabitants.
The Grand Theft Auto series is known for its mature themes, including violence, crime, and sexuality, and it has been the subject of controversy and criticism for its portrayal of these themes. However, the series has also been praised for its detailed world-building, compelling storytelling, and innovative gameplay mechanics.
The Grand Theft Auto franchise has been a commercial success, with the series as a whole selling over 350 million copies as of 2021. The games have also won numerous awards and accolades, including multiple Game of the Year awards.