While I've only scratched the surface of what GTA5 has to offer, I'm surprised at how much they've packed into the current gen consoles. When I think of the wealth of activities that await I'm excited about all the carnage that awaits me. There seems to be a lot more here though, the story modes in the other games had a lot of ups and downs, but this game's story seems to be a little bit stronger and more character driven. There is also a more cinematic feel to the missions, that break up the feeling of driving from point A to B and then over to (you guessed it) point C. That being said there is still plenty of "go here, then go here" but what you are doing at each of those points, and everything that is happening on route is that much more dynamic and engaging.
On a different note, the game is stunning (although with tons of pop-in textures, which should get better on the next-gen consoles) and the area is gigantic, and just filled with so much detail and life that you do feel like you are in a real city (well except for all the over the top antics).
I give two thumbs up and a finger for GTA5.
