In GTA 5, Deathwish is the final story choice where Franklin refuses to kill Michael or Trevor and instead teams up with both of them to take down their enemies. It is the option most players see as the “best” ending because all three main characters survive.

Quick Scoop

If you reach the last mission, Franklin is given three choices: Kill Trevor , Kill Michael , or Deathwish. Choosing Deathwish triggers The Third Way , where the trio fights back against the people hunting them and settles the story without sacrificing either friend.

Why players talk about it

  • It is widely described as the canonical or “true” ending in many guides and discussions, though that has been debated over the years.
  • It keeps Michael, Trevor, and Franklin alive , which is why many players recommend it first.
  • The choice became a bigger talking point again in recent GTA Online discussion because newer content has been read as reinforcing the Deathwish ending.

In one sentence

Deathwish = Franklin chooses neither betrayal nor murder, and the three protagonists survive by going after their enemies together.

If you want, I can also explain what happens in each of the three GTA 5 endings.