'Grand Theft Auto is a videogame franchise built around criminal activity': Miami-Dade County Sheriff comes out hard against a proposed GTA 6 collab with Rockstar
It actually sounds like a really good idea, but of course the cops are against it.
Miami-Dade County officials have proposed using facilities and landmarks from the county to promote the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6, according to a recent report. The idea was presented to Rockstar in a pitch deck on June 29, and included potential opportunities such as displaying Vice City logos, installing Vice City-inspired public art, and hosting a family-friendly celebration of Miami car culture.
However, the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office is vehemently against the proposal, as the game is known for its criminal violence and the office works to prevent such conduct. The sheriff and a county commissioner expressed concerns that promoting the fictional version of Miami-Dade could send the wrong message. While the game has matured over the past 25 years, it still contains violent content that could be toned down for family-friendly events.
Nonetheless, the proposal raises questions about the balance between promoting the county and the game's violent nature.
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