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| Tips for starting the game

Beginner's Guide to GTA DRAW
1 Introduction
2 Character Transformation
3 Strangers and Freaks Main Quests & Side Quests
4 Save the game
5 Get guns from Ammu-Nation
6 Lower your bounty
7 Special skills of each character
8 Earn money in the game

 

| Preamble

Grand Theft Auto DRAW game started in a bank robbery, puts you in the role of two main characters, Michael and Trevor. This is designed as an introduction to familiarize you with the mechanics and controls in the game.

Next, you will be taught how to aim, run, shoot, hide behind objects and switch between characters. Pay attention to the control buttons that appear at the top left of the screen, as these skills are necessary to progress far in the game.

| Character Transformation

During the bank robbery, you will be reminded of Convert between Michael and Trevor to escape a situation of being held hostage. This will be very useful throughout the game as you complete missions.

To switch between characters, you can hold down the corresponding joystick and select a character for Xbox and PlayStation, or hold the Alt key on PC to select. This gives you the flexibility to switch between characters at any time in the game.

| Strangers and Freaks Main Quests & Side Quests

The main missions in Grand Theft Auto V are marked on the map with the letters F in green (for Franklin), M in blue (for Michael) and T in orange (for Trevor). To continue the main story, you will need Complete the main quests with all the characters. If there's no quest icon showing up on the map, try switching between characters and check the map again for the mission's icon.

Strangers and Freaks side quests optional To progress the story, however, if you want a 100% completion rate, you'll need to complete some of these quests to get the gold medal.

| Save the game

Each character in Grand Theft Auto V has a unique abode represented by a house icon on the map, where you can save your game state and change your outfit. To save game, you can go home and jump into bed.

In addition, the game also has an auto-save feature that you can enable in Settings menu. When autosave is enabled, the game will automatically save after completing a task, keeping you from losing progress.

| Get guns from Ammu-Nation

If you want to stock up on guns and other weapons in Grand Theft Auto V, you can buy them from any Ammu-Nation weapon shop any, indicated on the map by a pistol icon. Note that when you first start the game, the choice of weapons will be limited. However, as you progress in the main story, Ammu-Nation will provide more guns and armor. You will also receive an email notification when new stock is available!

When you complete the game you will get a variety of weapons for free. Besides, you can also find hidden weapons scattered all over Los Santos, so be careful and hunt them down.

| Lower your bounty

Crime will increase wanted level and attract the attention of the police. The wanted level is indicated by the number of stars which will lead to an increase in police force and heavy artillery.

If you want to escape by car, make sure your car is fast enough that the police cannot follow. When you commit a crime in a vehicle, it is advisable to leave it and move to another vehicle so that the police cannot track you.

Walking is also beneficial, depending on the location in Los Santos. In narrow neighborhoods or where the police can't reach them by car, you can hide to reduce the wanted level.

Change of clothes It also reduces the bounty by one star. For a change of clothes, go to your home closet or visit a clothing store.

| Special skills of each character

In Grand Theft Auto V, each character has a set of common skills and a unique special skill that belongs to that character. Skills can be improved by performing them well. For special skills, improving them will increase their effective duration.

Michael's special skill allows him slow down time in wars. This can only be activated while walking.

Franklin's special skill allows him to slow down time while driving. He will be able to cut corners at full speed while his special skill is active. This can only be activated while driving.

Trevor's special skills increase his defense and strength, allowing him to withstand and deal more damage. This can only be activated while walking.

| Earn money in the game

Cash plays an important role in all aspects and you will need a lot of money to buy luxury cars, invest in real estate and cover expenses like hospital fees. Here are some reliable methods to make money In the game:

  1. Invest in the stock market through the browser on your phone. You can influence stock prices through your tasks and actions, and listen to investment suggestions via radio talk shows. Don't forget to buy when the price is low and sell when the price is high!
  2. Robbing convenience stores, liquor stores and supermarkets. Infiltrate the store and threaten the staff to take money from the cashier. Some stores have multiple cashier counters, but be sure to exit the scene after the robbery.
  3. Armored truck robbery. Sometimes, you can catch an armored truck. After removing the driver, open the back door and get the money from inside.
  4. Complete robbery missions. The robbery missions in the story will earn you big money. The first quest is Casing the Jewel Store. Complete it and choose the smart way to get the most profit!

Remember that in-game monetization may be linked to illegal activities and you will face consequences if wanted by the police.

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