What is the story of saints row about?

Saints Row is an action-adventure video game series created by Volition and published by THQ and Deep Silver. The series centers on the 3rd Street Saints, a fictional street gang that originates from the district that gives the series its name. Gameplay occurs in an open world environment where players can undertake missions to advance the overarching story while also participating in various side activities. The core gameplay mechanics emphasize driving and shooting, supplemented by occasional role-playing elements. The first game in the series was initially compared to Grand Theft Auto, but subsequent entries shifted toward more exaggerated, over-the-top experiences with heavy emphasis on popular culture parodies and self-referential humor.