Violence in the Media

Violence in the Media Student’s Name Institutional Affiliation Violence in the Media Violence in the media is among the most debatable topics in present-day society bearing the impacts that it triggers on individuals and communities. As media platforms become more technologically advanced, they showcase more reality. If such media platforms manifest violence, the realistic aspects of the content, have been argued, could sway consumers into committing the same crimes. Video games are the most referenced media platform that is scrutinized highly in that regard. In this analysis, emphasis will be put on the two most adult video games: Call of Duty and Grand Theft Auto (GTA) V. The paper extends to analyze the relationship between such video games and a copycat crime known as the "D.C. Sniper attacks". Popular Video Games The Grand Theft Auto (GTA) V is among the most popular video games presently. GTA-V is an open-world action-adventure game that allows players to engage in criminal activities. Some of the action cores in GTA-V include stealing cars, participating in gunfights, and committing violence against other characters (Gitnux, 2023). The game is also highly customizable, especially with online modes like GTA Online, exploring the open world, and customizing vehicles. Its popularity is evident both in the number of people it attracts and the global sales indices. Despite its mature (M) rating, as of the end of 2022, GTA-V had sold over 170 million copies globally. In December 2022, it had gained over 57,000 more players than the previous mo...