Rockstar Games<\/a>. \u201cWe cannot wait for people to finally play it.\u201d<\/p>\nDeveloped by series creator, Rockstar North, Grand Theft Auto V pushes the series forward in exciting new ways. For the first time, players can jump in and out of the lives of three simultaneously playable lead characters, experiencing all sides of an interwoven story.<\/p>\n
Set in a satirical reimagining of modern day Southern California, Grand Theft Auto V offers players the freedom to explore the dense urban metropolis of Los Santos and the wide open countryside of Blaine County; plan and execute a series of epic heists; meet a vast array of strangers and freaks; or participate in a host of activities, from golf to arms trafficking, base jumping to yoga and much more.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are very excited that GTA V is here,\u201d said Ron Aquino of X-Play. \u201cGTA fans can now finally experience the exhilaration of the game\u2019s many exciting and explosive features, including new ways of players to repeatedly jump in and out of the lives of the game\u2019s three lead characters, playing all sides of the game\u2019s interwoven story.\u201d<\/p>\n
Set at the sprawling sun-soaked metropolis of Los Santos, what was once the envy of the Western world is now plagued with self-help gurus, starlets and fading celebrities struggling to stay afloat in an era of economic uncertainty and cheap reality TV.<\/p>\n
In the game, the player can assume the role of three very different criminals who work their minds for survival and success:<\/p>\n
Franklin, a street hustler looking for real opportunities and serious money; Michael, a professional ex-con whose retirement is a lot less rosy than he hoped it would be; and Trevor, a violent maniac driven by the chance of a cheap high and the next big score.<\/p>\n
Running out of options, the crew risks everything in a series of daring and dangerous heists that could set them up for life.<\/p>\n
\u201cAll the classic hallmarks of this groundbreaking series will return,\u201d continued Aquino. \u201cAdd in the incredible attention to detail, darkly humorous take on modern culture, and a brand new and ambitious approach to open world multiplayer, Grand Theft Auto V is going to be one heck of a gaming experience.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fans who were able to pre-order GTA V through the country\u2019s latest online game-shopping site, Gamers.PH, will have their copy delivered for FREE today; plus a free limited edition poster and access to travel in style in the Atomic Blimp.<\/p>\n
Up for Grabs<\/strong>
\nFive (5) Sony Playstation 4 units are up for grabs for every purchase of GTA V (PS3 or Xbox 360 Standard\/Limited\/Collectors Edition) at any of the following participating authorized retailers:<\/p>\nAnsons, Astroplus, Astrovision, Automatic Centre, Gaisano Grand Malls, Gamers.ph, Gameline!, Game Gizmo, Game Extreme, Itech, The Landmark, Lazada, Lee Super Plaza, Metro Gaisano, Netopia, Planet Toys Sta. Lucia Department Store, Robinsons Department Store, Rustan\u2019s, SM Appliance Center, Toy Kingdom, Toys R Us, Toy Town.<\/p>\n
Upon purchase of GTA V, check the 10-digit alpha-numeric X-Play sticker code attached at the cover of the game box. Register at www.xplay.com.ph to fill up the online raffle form, along with the code.<\/p>\n
A total of five (5) winners will get a chance to bring home a Sony Playstation 4 during the Grand Draw slated on November 6, 2013. Promo runs from September 17 until October 31, 2013.<\/p>\n
GTA V is now available at the following retail outlets:<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0 Gamers.ph
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Netopia
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Lazada
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Toys R’ Us
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Toy Kingdom
\n\u00a7\u00a0 SM Appliance
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Astrovision
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Astroplus
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Itech
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Gameline
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Game Xtreme
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Toy Box (Robinson’s Dept)
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Abenson
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Anson’s
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Automatic Centre
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Grand Gaisano
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Landmark
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Lee Super Plaza
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Metro Gaisano
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Planet Toys
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Rustan’s
\n\u00a7\u00a0 Toytown<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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