The City of Aulnay-sous-Bois is calling on parents to exercise particular vigilance regarding children's and adolescents' access to the video game Grand Theft Auto VI. Minors can be exposed to the game's universe even before playing it, especially through social networks and video platforms. While parental control tools exist, their use remains insufficient.
In France, statistics show significant engagement with video games among young people: 93% of 10-15 year olds play regularly, spending an average of 7 hours and 3 minutes per week on this activity across 2.6 different devices. In total, there are 3.9 million players aged 10 to 15 in the country (Source: SELL / Médiamétrie, Les Français et le jeu vidéo, September 2025).
Rated PEGI 18, this game is intended for an adult audience. It contains content that may expose younger individuals to violence, drug use, sexuality, crime, and coarse language. The City emphasizes the importance of informing oneself about the game's content, respecting the recommended age, and discussing with children what they may see or hear.
Prevention also involves guiding children in their digital usage, by setting appropriate boundaries and staying attentive to their gaming practices. The municipality stresses that a game for adults is not a children's game.
For further information, the Prevention service can be reached at 01 48 79 65 80.
