The video game cheered (and criticized) for glorifying violence has taken an unexpected turn. Grand Theft Auto IV casts the player as Niko Bellic, an immigrant of Eastern Europe lured to the Land of Opportunity by the exaggerated claims of his cousin's success. Niko expects to find fortune and, just maybe, track down someone who betrayed him long ago.
In his descent into crime, Niko will encounter a colourful range of characters that, despite each one being a stereotype that contains an aspect of America, are well developed. Niko's own development is especially fascinating, as it is tied to the morals of the player.
The main plot of Grand Theft Auto IV is to guide Niko through the city’s criminal underworld. Gang leaders and thugs set missions for him to complete, and his success moves the story along toward a conclusion that seems as dark as its beginning.
At certain key events in the game, Niko will be presented with a number of positions where he can be principled and merciful or ruthless and cruel. It's up to players to decide not only how the narrative continues, but how Niko's character develops. It's particularly fascinating to realize that if Niko has
unleashed his rage and anger, it is a reflection on the player.
As with prior versions of Grand Theft Auto, players still blow up cop cars, run down innocent civilians, assist drug dealers and lowlifes and do many, many other bad deeds. Rated for Mature audiences, players can also engage in this debauchery with others, as Grand Theft Auto IV offers an extensive multiplayer mode.
GTA IV elevates its story from a mere shoot-em-up to an Oscar-caliber drama. Every facet of Rockstar's new masterpiece is worthy of applause. Without question, Grand Theft Auto IV is one of the best games of 2008.
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