V's GC can be turned off. V's libraries do not rely on the GC. Check out their Vinix[0] project (where they built an OS). They have other such projects.

Better to review more balanced and neutral takes on V[1][2], where the reviewers are not just stirring up drama with their community or funneling traffic to their site.

[0] https://github.com/vlang/vinix

[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puy77WfM1Tg (Anthony GG reviews Vlang)

[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmVKerNY-fQ (Mike Shah reviews Vlang)