Grand Theft Auto IV was recently released. According to press releases, it was solely responsible for $400 million in sales in its first week out. If you're not familiar with the Grand Theft Auto franchise, it's essentially the classic cops 'n robbers storyline with a little twist -- you're the robber.

Of course, besides just stealing, you kill -- a lot -- prostitutes, police officers, random civilians. You get around (as the title suggests) by stealing cars.

The game features graphic violence and general mayhem, strong language, etc.

Some object to titles such as this because of the perceived effect they may have on the children playing them. Some studies suggest that young people who play these games are more prone to violence than those who don't -- others dispute that claim as being baseless or based upon "junk science."

What are your views OKC? Are our children doomed?