Grand Theft Auto V is an open world action-adventure game.
Grand Theft Auto ( officially abbreviated GTA ) is an action-adventure video game series created by David Jones and Mike Dailly ; the later titles of which were created by brothers Dan and Sam Houser , Leslie Benzies and Aaron Garbut . Gameplay focuses on an open world where the player can choose missions to progress an overall story , as well as engaging in side activities , all consisting of action-adventure , driving , third-person shooting , occasional role-playing , stealth and racing elements . Grand Theft Auto V . It received widespread critical acclaim , with praise directed at its multiple protagonist design , open world , presentation and gameplay .