How Grand Theft Auto 5's Protagonists Resemble Different Criminal Elements

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When it comes to open-world fun that offers unlimited freedom, reckless violence, and unmatched power fantasies, gamers often turn to the Grand Theft Auto franchise, and they are seldom left disappointed. Things are taken to new extremes in Grand Theft Auto 5, which is set in the sunny city of Los Santos where the rich and famous live among psychopathic criminals. It feels like anything is possible in Los Santos, whether one wishes to be a superstar, a gangster, a mogul, or a triathlon champion.

Grand Theft Auto 5 differentiates itself from its predecessors by featuring three protagonists that players can easily switch between. Though the three playable characters are vastly different, their paths cross in unlikely ways, and they find themselves having to work together. They have ceaselessly fascinated gamers, and for years fans have attempted to understand what the characters represent. One of the prevailing theories which seem to have some degree of evidence is that each member of the trio represents a different common criminal element.

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One of the first protagonists players are introduced to is Michael Townley. He is the brains of a heist syndicate that is brave enough to strike banks and jewelry stores, stealing millions. During the gang's reign, they become the bane of law enforcement, and Michael gains a notorious reputation. Though immoral, Michael is undoubtedly smart in addition to being a skilled gunman. However, when he tires of his criminal life, he uses his brains to betray his gang, fake his death, and start a new life under the fake identity of Michael De Santa. Though the plan is somewhat botched, Michael manages to make