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Flashcards by Joseph Outred, updated more than 1 year ago
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Created by Joseph Outred
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| Question | Answer |
| 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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