The other major title launching this month is none other than Grand Theft Auto, a game that boldly contrasts ZAGE's other flagship release, Pac-Man. While Pac-Man embraces the charm of a classic mascot-driven platform adventure, Grand Theft Auto throws that concept out the window and flips the script completely. This game doesn't celebrate heroes, and it doesn't feature family-friendly icons. Instead, you take on the role of a criminal—a figure who lives outside the law, thrives in chaos, and follows no moral compass but their own.
The tone and narrative direction of GTA are radically different and utterly gripping. Players step into the gritty shoes of Claude Speed, a cold, relentless, and unapologetic criminal. The game immerses players in the raw experience of a life on the edge. It's not about saving the world or rescuing a princess—it's about climbing the criminal underworld one violent act at a time. From stealing cars, robbing stores, and gunning down enemies, to engaging in explosive shootouts with the police, and even provoking military intervention, the gameplay pushes boundaries. Every action feels dangerous, unpredictable, and empowering in a rebellious kind of way. The sheer audacity of it all sets GTA apart, offering a freedom and thrill no other title currently dares to explore.
The game features a top-down view, which Zaboru specifically chose to model after the classic structure of his previous-world GTA 2. However, this version is completely fresh and new to this timeline. Zaboru shaped it intentionally—not as a callback or tribute—but as a next-gen version of what GTA 2 could have been, optimized for this era's hardware and culture. This world's GTA is not a nostalgic project; it's a bold, raw debut designed to shock, provoke, and capture imaginations.
The visuals deliver a gritty and stylized atmosphere, with detailed environments ranging from dense city blocks and flashing neon signage to industrial zones bathed in smog. The top-down camera gives players a strategic overview of their surroundings while maintaining high levels of tension. Vehicle sprites are sharp and varied, character animations are fluid, and explosions are punchy and satisfying.
Each district in the game—from gang-controlled neighborhoods to corrupt business centers—has its own identity and tone. Zaboru meticulously designed every inch of the city to reflect an ecosystem on the brink of collapse, where every power struggle could spark a new war. The game's city, known as Anywhere City, is massive and full of life, packed with missions and decisions that impact how the world reacts to Claude.
Players can align themselves with different gangs and earn their respect by completing missions that range from simple courier tasks to high-stakes assassinations and large-scale heists. These choices carry heavy consequences—gaining reputation with one gang often means losing favor with others, creating a delicate political and criminal balance that players must navigate carefully. Reputation isn't just cosmetic; it directly affects gameplay, from mission availability to the type of backup you'll receive in a firefight.
The list of gangs is diverse and adds depth to the world-building. Major factions include the brutal and well-armed Russian Mafia, the honor-bound yet ruthless Yakuza, the tech-driven corporate syndicate known as Black Corporation, unpredictable and aggressive Street Gangs, the traditionalist and strategic Italian Mafia, the violent and well-funded Cartels, and even rogue Military Units who operate above the law. Each gang has its own turf, vehicles, music, dress code, and internal politics. Some prefer brute force, others rely on stealth, manipulation, or even cyber-warfare.
Each mission players take on can shift the balance of power in Anywhere City. Fulfilling a gang's objectives not only grants money and weapons but also can trigger turf wars, trigger economic changes in the city, or force rival gangs to retaliate. If a player's reputation with a hostile gang drops too low, they won't just be ignored—they'll be hunted. That faction's members may ambush the player during missions, send hit squads after them, or place bounties that turn the entire city into a death trap. It adds a constant layer of tension and makes the political undercurrent of gang warfare feel alive and unpredictable.
Gameplay is chaotic, unpredictable, and wildly addictive, offering a near-endless list of activities that keep players constantly engaged. At the heart of it lies the freedom to do virtually anything within the sprawling city—there are no rules except survival and dominance. You can steal dozens of different vehicle types, from high-end sports cars and armored vans to motorcycles and even construction vehicles, each with its own handling, weight, and speed profile. Some are exclusive to specific districts, incentivizing exploration and territorial control.
Special side missions provide rich gameplay variety. Rampage Missions are time-based challenges where players must eliminate a set number of targets using a designated weapon, encouraging reckless combat and creative destruction. Stealth Missions shift the tone completely—here, players must sneak into restricted areas, steal key items, and escape undetected, introducing mechanics like disguises, noise detection, and alternate escape routes. Then there are Vigilante Modes, which are unexpectedly heroic: players can hijack emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire trucks, or police cars and respond to calls throughout the city. Drive an ambulance fast and smooth to rescue victims before time runs out, or commandeer a police cruiser and chase down randomly generated criminals, engaging them in tense street duels.
These optional missions add depth and replayability, while also offering bonus cash, unique rewards, or increased city influence depending on performance. Whether players choose chaos, stealth, or justice, GTA delivers an immersive playground where every decision has consequences and every moment is packed with adrenaline.
The weapon selection is staggering and incredibly diverse: fists, baseball bats, crowbars, katanas, pistols, dual-wielded submachine guns, heavy assault rifles, precision sniper rifles, flamethrowers, electric guns, and multiple types of explosives including sticky bombs, pipe bombs, and fragmentation grenades. Each weapon delivers a unique style of mayhem, allowing players to tailor their approach to combat situations. Whether a player prefers the up-close brutality of melee attacks, the surgical precision of a sniper kill, or the city-shaking explosion of a well-placed car bomb, there's a tool for every kind of chaos.
Weapon handling also varies dramatically Guns can jam, melee weapons break over time, and certain high-tech weapons need charging stations. All of these nuances elevate the gameplay from simple run-and-gun to a layered combat experience, rewarding players who experiment with different strategies and loadouts. The result is a combat sandbox brimming with options, where the line between creativity and destruction is thrillingly thin.
Police AI is highly responsive, dynamic, and intensifies dramatically across six escalating levels of wanted status, creating an ever-mounting sense of danger and unpredictability. At one star, police presence is minimal—they'll tail you without opening fire, merely attempting to force a surrender or block your path. At two stars, officers begin using firearms and deploy spike strips to disable your vehicle. Once you hit three stars, the city dispatches full squad cars with multiple officers, tactical positioning, and roadblocks designed to trap or funnel you into dead zones.
Reaching four stars means the gloves come off—armored vehicles and riot teams join the fray, using tear gas, shotguns, and tactical breaching maneuvers to flush you out. At five stars, the city declares all-out war: military tanks roll into the streets, helicopters buzz overhead with snipers on board, and the streets become a battlefield. Then there's six stars, the ultimate level of heat—jet fighters circle above, launching precision airstrikes, while elite SWAT and military squads swarm in using aerial drops, barricades, and coordinated flanking tactics. You're not just being chased; you're being hunted with military-grade coordination and overwhelming force.
The progression from cat-and-mouse chase to full-scale urban warfare is both thrilling and chaotic. It forces players to constantly adapt, rethink escape strategies, and push their skills to the limit. The tension is palpable, and the adrenaline rarely lets up.
A fan-favorite twist—and one of the most talked-about surprises—is the appearance of the infamous Zabo-man, a unique boss-like police enforcer who only materializes when the player reaches the elusive six-star wanted level. His entrance is theatrical: he roars onto the scene on a sleek black motorcycle, flanked by sirens and flashing lights, then launches into the air with a cinematic backflip that signals the arrival of something extraordinary.
Zabo-man attempts a devastating rider kick that, if it connects, results in an instant game over. But if he misses, the spectacle doesn't end there—he crashes into the pavement in an exaggerated, cartoonishly over-the-top ragdoll animation, sending debris flying and pedestrians scattering. It's bizarre, jarring, and wildly entertaining.
This moment has rapidly become one of the game's most iconic and meme-worthy events, not just for its randomness, but for how it encapsulates the game's personality—equal parts violent, stylish, and self-aware. Players never know exactly when he'll appear, and that unpredictability makes every six-star chase even more thrilling.
This game is unlike anything else currently available. In an industry landscape dominated by noble heroes, relatable underdogs, and emotionally layered protagonists, Claude Speed defies every convention. He is not here to save the world or wrestle with moral ambiguity—he is here to dominate, destroy, and rise through sheer force of will. With no redemption arc, no sentimental backstory, and no pretense of virtue, Claude embodies a singular force of unfiltered criminal ambition.
What makes this especially gripping is how compelling players find it. Despite—or perhaps because of—his ruthless nature, Claude resonates with gamers looking for something different. They're drawn to the chaos, the power fantasy, and the cathartic thrill of breaking every rule in a high-stakes urban sandbox. It's not about being evil for the sake of shock value—it's about exploring freedom in its rawest, most volatile form. In a medium often bound by structure and moral expectations, GTA offers players a world where they write their own twisted narrative, and that freedom is proving irresistible.
Though the game is clearly marked 17/18+ for mature audiences, its explosive popularity has led to a surge of underage players gaining access—often through older siblings, local rental shops, or unsupervised Game cafés. Many parents remain unaware of the game's graphic content until well after their children have been exposed. This situation is triggering a rising tide of concern among media outlets, educators, and policymakers alike.
Prominent voices in both politics and academia are beginning to question the psychological and social impact of such violent interactive media on young minds. TV debates and op-ed columns are erupting with criticism, while proposed legislation aims to tighten regulations around violent video game sales and enforce stricter age verification methods.
Ironically, this growing controversy seems to be fueling the game's allure. The more it's condemned in headlines and courtroom hearings, the more players flock to experience the thrill for themselves. GTA has become more than just a best-selling title—it's now a cultural flashpoint, a lightning rod in the ongoing debate over media responsibility, censorship, and creative freedom in the digital age but still these are troubles that Zaboru needs to address.
To be continued...
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