Since the latest installment in the “Grand Theft Auto” series, “Grand Theft Auto IV,” was released on Tuesday, it has gotten stellar reviews from across the Web. However, as is typical of the “Grand Theft Auto” franchise, it has come under attack for its mature content.

There are many obvious and boring arguments against “GTA IV” that I could pull out, but one in particular caught my interest involving Mothers against Drunk Driving. MADD is angry at the developer, Rockstar, for allowing your character to get drunk and then get behind the wheel.

MADD says that “drunk driving is not a game,” and they’re right. Drinking and driving can result in serious accidents and can be devastating for everyone involved. But “GTA IV” is a game, and MADD should consider that in light of their statement. There is a rather big difference between pressing a button to get a virtual character drunk and actually getting out and drinking.

They have even gone as far as to ask for the game to be taken off shelves with a sense of “social responsibility.” They have a right to be angry; unfortunately, there is absolutely no chance that “GTA IV” will get pulled from production. It is simply too big of a title to take away from people.

Apparently, it’s also very fun. Though I haven’t played the game itself, early reviews have said that the game world is vibrant and filled with life. The minor inclusion of drinking and driving simply adds to the realism and entertainment value.

I also found it odd that MADD didn’t point out any of the other social issues present in “GTA IV” that are as big, if not bigger, than drunk driving such as stealing … or shooting people.

So basically what I’m trying to get at is “GTA IV” looks like a great game, and you shouldn’t let notions of “social responsibility” stop you from checking it out.