Grand Theft Auto Controversy and Violence in Video Games

"...According to NBC33 News' Samantha Morgan, the freshman was visiting Baton Rouge—likely for the college football game between Auburn and LSU—when he reportedly stole a truck and then attempted to replicate the popular video game, Grand Theft Auto..."

This is the second paragraph of a news article posted onto the website "BleacherReport" on September 23, 2013. The reason I chose to write about this topic is because I want to end this debate once and for all, so here we go.

Rocket Launchers and Monkey Masks in GTA V?! WHAT A DEAL!

One recent report to come out this week was about a young middle school football player punching one of his teammates in the face and the so-called reason for this is him playing, of course, GTA V. But in these kind of situations, it's the parents' fault for even PURCHASING the game. The Entertainment Rating Software Board (ESRB) purposely rated the game "M" (17+)for "...Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Mature Humor, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of Drugs and Alcohol..." SO WHY WOULD YOU BUY THE GAME IF IT SAYS RIGHT ON THE COVER THAT IT CONTAINS SO MUCH CONTENT?!?!?

The ESRB Rating System

The whole "Violence in Video Games" dilemma has been around for many decades now but the reports are always the same. A reckless youth or young adult tries to re-enact to attempt events that take place in popular video games, most popularly the series Grand Theft Auto. Yes, GTA V is much more violent than it's previous entries (one scene even involoving you torturing a person, which has sparked one of the most recent debates), the game ISN'T REAL. It's called a GAME for a reason, you know.


In the end, the issue is completly ridiculous. You see, when I pick a game, I know what I'm getting myself into because I research all the games before I play. If you watch my YouTube videos, you'll see I only play games rated "E" (Everybody) to "T" (Teen). So, basically, to end the debate, just do this:
LOOK BEFORE YOU BUY THE GAME, YOU MORONS AND MAYBE THIS WON'T HAPPEN. 

You're Welcome.