GTA 5 basic information

explain how mulvey’s male gaze is applied in GTA 5

• Gameplay is sexist

• advert covers feature more male characters than women

• women play a passive role

• in storytelling and missions, they often serve as objects of desire or motivation for male protagonists.

• women serve as objects and sexual promiscuity

how is the uses and gratification theory applied in GTA 5

• surveillance - gain experience to complete the storyline

• personal identity - players may relate to characters and their experiences/beliefs

• Personal relationships - players build social interactions as the character to progress in games and discuss with friends

• escapism - find it entertaining

hierarchy of needs in GTA 5

covers all needs

• to survive

• be safe

• to love and belong

• gain respect

• be the best

typography in GTA 5

• Modern, bold, and quite stylish

• Captures young audiences who are ambitious

• Bold to reinforce fast-paced life and adventurous choices

• Letter V has serif font style → connotates success as a Game franchise

• Banner implies status of game