8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

It’s been three and a half years since the initial release of the gaming powerhouse that is GTA V and over two years since it hit eighth-gen consoles, but I’m still loving it
8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

1. An escape

8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

I don’t know if I’m the only one, but GTA V is a good escape for me. If I want to get rid of some aggression or just immerse myself in a virtual world for a bit, then I can. The open world aspect is the main reason but it also just allows you to do whatever you want in a gaming environment.

2. Cunning Stunts

8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

I’m not the biggest fan of heists but I do love racing, so clearly the cheekily-named Cunning Stunts update was right up my street. It was a pretty exciting addition and I’m still finding the odd race or circuit that I haven’t yet tried.

3. Cunning Stunts: Special Vehicle Circuit

8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

Wait, what? Even more awesome stunt races, featuring special vehicles too? Yep, this was another enjoyable update that helped freshen up the online racing aspect. 20 incredible races for the epic Rocket Voltic, Ruiner 2000 & Blazer Aqua special vehicles makes for a lot of crazy virtual racing action. I’m slightly obsessed…

4. Regular updates

8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

If you’re not a regular GTA V player, you might not realise just how many updates have been added to the game. There’s a consistent stream of new and updated content, which helps keep things interesting and means there’s usually something new to try out. The fact Rockstar is still churning out these pretty sizeable updates so long after the initial release is very cool.

5. A drive around

8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

As someone who lives in London and uses public transport all the time, I really miss driving a car. Sure, using a controller to drive around while sitting on the sofa isn’t realistic at all, but there is something weirdly enjoyable about speeding around Los Santos when I’m bored.

It’s probably a bit sad that I know Los Santos better than my own local area, though.

6. Extra cars

8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

One of the best things about the regular updates are the new cars you get. Not all of the additions are to my taste but it’s cool to see new cars on the road, available to buy or race online – the Progen Tyrus, BF Ramp Buggy and Truffade Nero are particular favourites at the moment.

7. So. Much. Content.

8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

Because I usually focus on racing in GTA Online whenever I fire up the game, that means I still have loads of features to explore when I eventually lose interest in the Custom Stunt Series races – such as the heists I haven’t completed.

8. More money, less problems

8 Reasons Why I’m Still Playing GTA V

Rockstar’s double RP and money rewards, alongside discounts, mean I can actually afford the cars I want and splash the cash on a snazzy house in the hills. Which always makes the experience a bit nicer.

So, for those reasons, I’m still regularly selecting GTA V from my PS4 game selection and loading up Los Santos. Anyone else?

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Comments

RoyP

Why I don’t play GTA V anymore: broke and bored of missions.

03/26/2017 - 15:09 |
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Ewan23 (The Scottish guy)

1 reason why I hardly play it lol - $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Still an amazing game though, even if every is ridiculously expensive.

03/26/2017 - 15:34 |
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Zonda Man (Jdm squad)

I hate how on new gen consoles you have to pay a membership to use online and its not as if singleplayer ever gets updated

03/26/2017 - 16:22 |
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Anonymous

In reply to by Zonda Man (Jdm…

you have to pay for Xbox Live Gold/Playstation Plus, you always had to pay it on Xbox anyways, didn’t make any difference to me, and on PC, it’s free, you just have to buy the game

03/26/2017 - 19:35 |
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Ellie Kuik

Lmao, GTA makes me more angry than I already am.

03/26/2017 - 16:44 |
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Anonymous

I still love this game so

03/26/2017 - 17:07 |
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nauyop

Dude add me.Im studying Vehicle Design in London and I’m just as miserable about not being able to drive. My username: nauyop

03/26/2017 - 19:04 |
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Thiago Vilarinho

Why I don’t play:
Had to sell my ps4 to fix my daily :’(

03/26/2017 - 19:18 |
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Anonymous

I still play gta 5 because i recently found a mod to play gta with g27 racing wheel and some car mods. I play gta first person with the racing wheel.

03/26/2017 - 19:23 |
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Roads-Watson

I have a love hate relationship with GTA. It’s probably my most played game. I enjoy growing my car collection, stealing and selling cars, having an underground lair with weird cars like some kind of Bond villain. I really enjoy the racing. Made it a personal goal to never lose a any races and make my wins/loss’ ratio positive and succeeded. And if I get bored I hop in the old Hydra and hunt me some Bounties. Gotta pay for that private “HUN73R” reg some how.

03/26/2017 - 19:36 |
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ATOGI_28

“4. Regular updates”
Meanwhile on xbox 360….

03/26/2017 - 19:37 |
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Goniwè Jayçeon / Mufasa🦁

In reply to by ATOGI_28

BRUH!

03/27/2017 - 08:06 |
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Or on ps3

10/14/2017 - 10:47 |
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