Decades of controversy: The legal battles, moral panics, and scandals that shaped Grand Theft Auto

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An in-depth retrospective examining the decades of controversies surrounding the Grand Theft Auto franchise, from moral panics and political outrage to lawsuits, hidden content scandals, and celebrity legal battles. The article explores how GTA's violent, transgressive nature has made it a perennial target for advocacy groups, politicians, and opportunists, while also acknowledging the kernel of truth behind some concerns. It traces the series' evolution from a controversial top-down game to a cultural juggernaut that has repeatedly faced attempts at censorship, bans, and legal action across multiple countries.

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