Killing hookers and blowing up policemen? No big deal. But cutting off the heads of animals? Now we have a problem! Stating that Grand Theft Auto V is pushing “institutionalized violence” by permitting users to engage in animal torture, Jack Carone from In Defense of Animals tells TMZ that the video game is a terrible influence on users and should be boycotted. Grand Theft Auto V Reviews, Details “The makers of this game have traded decency for money. Encouraging the darkest impulses of young people is not an admirable pursuit,” Carone says , adding that “animals don’t need any more targets painted on them in the name of fun.” The murder of animals is not a new Grand Theft Auto feature, but with the latest version clearing $1 billion in just three days on the market, perhaps this organization has finally taken notice. So, you tell us: Should there be a boycott of Grand Theft Auto V? Yes, the game encourages violence! No, it’s all in good fun! View Poll »
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Animal Rights Group Demands Boycott of Grand Theft Auto V