Grand Theft Auto V is a game with mature satire. But it’s also a hugely fun game to play, thanks to tight controls and an expertly crafted story.
Getting started in GTA V is pretty straightforward, with an introductory prologue introducing you to the basic controls and gameplay mechanics. Learn how to shoot, run, and switch between characters.
1. Use your mobile phone
The game opens with a bank heist that acts as the tutorial to teach you how to control your character. This covers basic movements such as walking, running, shooting and driving.
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2. Take note of map icons
The game has a lot of different map icons that represent missions, special events and stores. Take note of these icons so you can easily find them when needed.
Also, remember that store icons disappear from the world map once they’re robbed. This is to prevent players from accidentally robbing the same place twice. Also, you can use your directional buttons to pin a location on the map for easy reference.
3. Switch to a different character
Grand Theft Auto V features three playable characters: Michael, Trevor, and Franklin. Each character has their own unique abilities and skills. For example, Franklin can slow down time while driving and Michael uses Max Payne-style bullet time during shootouts.
Switching between these characters is essential for getting a full experience of Los Santos. To change character, press and hold down on the directional pad and select the character you want to play as.
4. Take on side missions
GTA V is filled with side missions – many of which can be completed for extra cash. You can access these by using the map and looking for a ’?’ icon.
One cool side mission involves helping a skeezy streetwalker named Tonya with her towing business. This is a simple retrieval job that gets you used to handling larger vehicles.
Another fun side mission involves searching for alien spaceship parts. This requires Michael and Trevor to meet up with activist Barry in Park Square.
5. Take care of your health
Grand Theft Auto games have traditionally featured a numbered health meter, with players running over floating med packs and heart-looking pickups to heal up. GTA V does away with this system, but players can still find alternative ways to heal.
One way to recover health quickly is by robbing or destroying stores (by causing enough damage, the store’s stock price will decrease). Another option is to buy and equip body armor.
6. Look for armored cars
There are a number of armored cars in GTA V that players can use to steal cash. These vehicles can be found in Paleto Bay and other areas. The Kuruma is one of the most popular armored cars in the game because it’s nearly bulletproof.
However, it can take up to 12 RPGs or Homing Missiles to destroy it. Other armored cars can be destroyed with much less damage.
7. Switch to a different character when you’re low on health
Grand Theft Auto V is an open world crime drama game in which players control three main characters – retired bank robber Michael De Santa, street gangster Franklin Clinton and drug dealer Trevor Philips. The game is played from a third-person perspective and includes shooting and driving gameplay.
One cool trick is that you can switch to a different character when you are low on health. This will allow you to continue the mission without losing your life.
8. Take on side missions
Grand Theft Auto V is a massive game world with a lot of things to do. One way to make exploring it easier is by using the fast travel feature.
This allows you to skip some story missions. Another benefit of this is that it lets you earn more GTA$. It also allows you to level up your base stats faster, such as driving or aiming.
9. Take on side missions
The main missions are great, but GTA V also has a lot of side missions that can be fun and lucrative. Take on these as often as possible to improve your characters and get a better understanding of the game’s mechanics.
After surfing the Epsilon Program website as Michael, you’ll be tasked with fighting off a bunch of aliens. Jiggle the control stick to fend them off.
10. Take on side missions
GTA V offers players a wide variety of side missions that can be taken. These can help improve their character’s stats and add more story to the game.
One cool side mission involves a widow who asks Michael to collect 30 submarine pieces in order to discern whether her late husband died by accident or through other nefarious means. This is definitely a mission to check out!