Grand Theft Auto is already one of the most successful video games ever. And now, the extraordinarily anticipated GTA VI is set to finally launch on November 19th. It’s poised to become one of the biggest entertainment events in history. This gives parents an opportunity to consider the media we consume and allow our children to consume.
In this episode, Kelly explains the history and cultural phenomenon of Grand Theft Auto, what players actually experience in the game, and why parents cannot default to a standard “no violent video games.” The world of GTA is one of crime, sex, drugs, alcohol, profanity, and yes, violence. Children, teens, young adults, and parents will want to play this game even knowing it is saturated with all that God calls evil. Christians have a moral responsibility to consider that although all things are permissible, not all things are beneficial (1 Cor. 10:23).
Articles referenced:
Rockstar Games: GTA VI
Soldiers Incentiized to Reenlist With Time Off to Play Grand Theft Auto VI
A Lot of People Are Seemingly Taking Time Off Work to Play GTA 6. Are You?
Guinness World Records: Fastest Entertainment Property to Gross $1 Billion
Guinness World Records: GTA IV First Look Becomes Most Viewed Videogame Trailer in 24 Hours
ESRB Rating: Grand Theft Auto VI
GTA 6 – 22 WILD Facts Most Players DON’T Know
APA Reaffirms Position on Violent Video Games and Violent Behavior
GTA 6 has “detailed decapitation,” and cocaine can be “snorted directly” from your hand, says UK ratings board
Scripture referenced:
Philippians 4:8
Isaiah 5:20
Proverbs 4:23
Romans 12:2
1 John 2:15-17
1 Corinthians 6:12, 10:23
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