Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Game • 2004
Returning after his mother's murder to the semi-fictional city of Los Santos (based on Los Angeles), Carl Johnson, a former gang banger, must take back the streets for his family and friends by gaining respect and once again gaining control over the streets. However, a story filled with crime, lies and corruption will lead him to trudge the entire state of San Andreas (based on California and Nevada) to rebuild his life.
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Game • 2004
Returning after his mother's murder to the semi-fictional city of Los Santos (based on Los Angeles), Carl Johnson, a former gang banger, must take back the streets for his family and friends by gaining respect and once again gaining control over the streets. However, a story filled with crime, lies and corruption will lead him to trudge the entire state of San Andreas (based on California and Nevada) to rebuild his life.
Suggested Age
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This game's narrative centers on serious crime, gang activity, and moral compromise. The mature themes of violence, corruption, and mature language make it unsuitable for younger audiences.
Content Safety Breakdown
Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content
Sex & Nudity
The game contains suggestive themes and occasional partial nudity, with some references to sexual activity. It is not explicit but touches on mature themes.
Violence & Gore
This game features significant violence, including gunfights, explosions, and hand-to-hand combat, with depictions of blood and injuries. Players engage in criminal activities and often face violent consequences.
Profanity
The game contains frequent and strong profanity, including expletives like 'f*ck', 'sh*t', and 'b*tch', often used in anger or aggressive dialogue. It also includes milder curse words.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters are shown regularly consuming alcohol and using drugs as part of the game's environment and plot. Smoking is also depicted in various contexts.
Frightening Scenes
While not a horror game, there are intense action sequences, moments of peril, and themes of crime and violence that can be disturbing. Some situations involve betrayal and danger.
Key Insights
Quick summary and important considerations
A man returns to his old neighborhood and gets caught up in a world of crime and danger as he tries to protect his family and rebuild his life.
Content Warnings
Detailed Analysis
In-depth insights for parents and educators
What Parents Need to Know
This game prominently features extreme violence, including shootouts and street crime. It also contains pervasive mature language, drug use references, and sexual themes, demanding significant parental discretion.
What Kids Can Learn
Can foster critical thinking about the consequences of violence and criminal lifestyles. It also presents a fictional setting that can be a springboard for discussions about societal issues.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
Offers a mature, narrative-driven experience with a sprawling open world and a compelling, albeit dark, storyline that may appeal to adult sensibilities.
Positives & Learning
What makes this content valuable for children
Positive Messages
Themes of loyalty to family and friends are present. The narrative explores the consequences of bad choices and the struggle for redemption.
Positive Role Models
While the protagonist aims to rebuild his life and protect loved ones, his methods involve criminal activity, limiting his role as a positive behavioral example.
Diverse Representations
The setting reflects a diverse urban environment, with characters from various backgrounds interacting within the narrative. Agency is given to characters navigating complex social dynamics.
Educational Value
Provides a fictionalized exploration of urban life and some historical context of a specific region, but lacks direct instructional value.
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