GTA 5 Missions List: Full Story Mode Guide & Walkthrough (2024)

GTA 5 Missions List: Full Story Mode Guide & Walkthrough (1)

Here you find the full list of all the GTA 5 Missions, along with the complete story mission guide forGrand Theft Auto V. This includes all the Heists branching approaches, the optional Lester's Assassination Missions, and a walkthrough for all the missions in the single player campaign.

You can accessup to 74 missions in a single playthrough of GTA V, depending on your choices. Playing from the "Prologue" all the way to one of the three possible endings is required for 100% completion.

It is strongly advised to leave the 4 optional Assassination missions for last, until after the main storyline is completed, so that you can make the most money by the end of the game.

As GTA V introduces the ability to switch between three playable characters, for each GTA 5 mission below we show which of the three protagonists are involved, as well as the respective icon that appears on the map to start it.

GTA 5 Story Missions List:

The GTA 5 missions below are listed inchronological order- although some missions from different characters become available at the same time, so they can be played in a slightly different order.

Clicking on each GTA 5 mission brings you to itsfull details, with the mission guide, rewards, Gold Medal Objectives, Video Walkthrough, and more information.

1. PrologueNorth Yankton, 9 years ago.2. Franklin and LamarFranklin and Lamar repossess two convertibles for an Armenian car dealer, Simeon.3. RepossessionFranklin and Lamar go to a shady part of Vespucci Beach to repo a bike for Simeon.4. ComplicationsFranklin heads to Rockford Hills to repo a car for Simeon.5. Father/SonJimmy gets in trouble with some gangsters and calls Michael for help.

Note:To continue the storyline missions, you must now complete "Pulling Favors" (given to Franklin by Tonya), which is the first and only mission required for story progression.

6. ChopLamar has a plan to make some extra cash.7. Marriage CounselingMichael's marriage is on the rocks.8. Daddy's Little GirlMichael and Jimmy pop out for some father/son bonding.9. Friend RequestMichael needs a job and turns to an old friend for help.10. The Long StretchStretch has been released from prison, Lamar and Franklin take him out.11. The Good Husband (Family Mission)OPTIONALRetrieve Amanda from shoplifting clothes and lose the cops.12. Casing the Jewel StoreMichael and Lester scout out a Jewellers in Little Portola.

Loud Approach

Smart Approach

13. Carbine Rifles13. Bugstars Equipment14. BZ Gas Grenades15. The Jewel Store Job (Loud Approach)In need of money to pay Madrazo, Michael takes down a Rockford Hills Jewel Store with Franklin and a crew.15. The Jewel Store Job (Smart Approach)In need of money to pay Madrazo, Michael takes down a Rockford Hills Jewel Store with Franklin and a crew.
16. Mr. PhilipsTrevor has something to discuss with the Lost Motorcycle Club.17. Trevor Philips IndustriesTrevor defends his cook house from a rival gang.18. Nervous RonTrevor and Ron intercept a weapons shipment.19. Crystal MazeTrevor takes care of his business competition.20. Friends ReunitedTrevor sets off for Los Santos.21. Fame Or ShameTracey auditions for Fame or Shame.22. Dead Man WalkingAgent Dave Norton puts Michael in a difficult situation.23. Three's CompanyFranklin and Trevor get roped into helping the FIB.24. By the BookMichael and Trevor combine to locate a target for the FIB.25. Hood SafariFranklin and Lamar show Trevor a typical South Los Santos neighborhood.26. Did Somebody Say Yoga?Michael finds his inner peace.27. Scouting the PortTrevor heads to the Port of LS to look for a job.28. MinisubGet kitted up for for the Merryweather Heist.

Offshore Approach

Freighter Approach

29. Cargobob30. The Merryweather Heist (Offshore)Trevor brings Michael and Franklin on board to steal a prototype on a Merryweather Security-protected ship in the Port of LS.30. The Merryweather Heist (Freighter)Trevor brings Michael and Franklin on board to steal a prototype on a Merryweather Security-protected ship in the Port of LS.
31. The Hotel AssassinationLester asks Franklin to take down Brett Lowrey, CEO of Bilkinton Research, who is staying at the Von Crastenburg Hotel.32. Boiler SuitsPrep for an FIB operation.33. MasksPrep for an FIB operation.34. Trash TruckPrep for an FIB operation.35. Tow TruckPrep for an FIB operation.36. Blitz PlayThe FIB need Michael, Trevor and Franklin to rob an armored car.37. I Fought the Law...Franklin steals a Cheetah and an Entity XF for Devin.38. Eye in the SkyFranklin and Trevor locate a Z-Type for Devin.39. Mr. RichardsMichael gets his first job in the movie business.40. Caida LibreMartin Madrazo needs a favor from Michael and Trevor.41. Deep InsideFranklin boosts a JB 700 for Devin.42. Minor TurbulenceTrevor flies to intercept a cargo plane.43. Paleto Score SetupMichael, Lester and Trevor check out a bank in Paleto Bay.44. PredatorFranklin, Trevor and Michael chase the O'Neil gang into the woods.45. Military HardwarePrepare for the Paleto Score.46. The Paleto ScoreMichael, Franklin and Trevor take a well-protected holding bank in sleepy fishing village, Paleto Bay.47. DerailedMichael and Trevor stage a train robbery.48. Monkey BusinessMichael, Trevor and Franklin help the FIB save the country.49. Hang TenTrevor and Wade leave Floyd and Debra's condo.50. Surveying the ScoreScope out the federal reserve in preparation for The Big Score.51. Bury the HatchetTrevor and Michael take a trip down memory lane.52. Pack ManFranklin, Trevor and Lamar deliver Devin's cars to a drop-off point near Paleto Bay.53. Fresh MeatMichael's world gets turned upside down.54. The Ballad of RoccoMichael helps out Solomon Richards.55. Cleaning out the BureauThe FIB want you to do one last job.56. Architect's PlansPrepare for the Bureau Raid.

Covert Approach

Roof Approach

57. Fire Truck58. The Bureau Raid (Fire Crew)Having started a fire in the FIB headquarters, Michael and Franklin go in as firemen to perform a data theft.58. The Bureau Raid (Roof Entry)Michael and Franklin parachute onto the FIB headquarters to infiltrate their network and perform a data theft.
59. The Wrap UpMichael has a meeting with the FIB.60. Reuniting the FamilyMichael begins to make amends with his family.61. Doting Dad (Family Mission)OPTIONALFind Tracey's stalker and deal with him.62. Legal TroubleMichael tries to protect the Movie Studio.63. Lamar DownLamar's in trouble and needs help.64. MeltdownMichael attends the Meltdown premiere.65. Parenting 101 (Family Mission)OPTIONALRescue Jimmy from his kidnappers.66. Planning The Big ScoreSet plans to rob the Union Depository.

Subtle Approach

Obvious Approach

67. Stingers67. Sidetracked68. Gauntlet (1-3)68. Driller69. The Big Score (Subtle Approach)Michael and Trevor con their way into the Union Depository and walk out with the gold reserves. Franklin organises the getaway.69. The Big Score (Obvious Approach)While Michael causes a distraction at the Union Depository, Franklin and Trevor empty the vault of the gold reserves.

GTA V Last Mission: Endings

Grand Theft Auto V has three possible endings that you can choose from, each with significantly different outcomes for the GTA 5 last mission.

It has been confirmed that Ending C (Deathwish) isthe canon ending of GTA V, and it's recommended to choose it if you don't want to lose access to one of the main characters.

70. Something Sensible (Ending A)Franklin has to make a choice. WARNING: If you pick this ending, you will permanently lose access to Trevor from this point forward.70. The Time's Come (Ending B)Franklin has to make a choice. WARNING: If you pick this ending, you will permanently lose access to Michael from this point forward.70. The Third Way (Ending C)Michael, Franklin, and Trevor take down all their enemies: ambush FIB agents and Merryweather mercenaries at the foundry in Murrieta Heights, then target Wei Cheng, Stretch, Steve Haines and Devin Wes...

Lester's Assassinations (Side Missions)

The following are theGTA V's Assassination Missions given by Lester Crest to Franklin. Only the first ("The Hotel Assassination") is required for story progression, which is why it's also listed as a main story mission above.

The other four Assassinations are optional, and it's strongly advised to play them after finishing the main storyline, in order to make the most profit out of the stock market investment.

1. The Hotel AssassinationLester asks Franklin to take down Brett Lowrey, CEO of Bilkinton Research, who is staying at the Von Crastenburg Hotel.2. The Multi Target AssassinationLester tasks Franklin to take down four corrupt jurors that are planning to throw a class-action lawsuit against Redwood Cigarettes.3. The Vice AssassinationFranklin must find and kill Jackson Skinner, the head of product development at Facade.4. The Bus AssassinationLester asks Franklin to assassinate a man called Isaac Penny, who is about to take a controlling share in the Vapid Motor Company.5. The Construction AssassinationIn the last Assassination, Lester tells Franklin to take down Enzo Bonelli, a mafia member turned real estate developer.

Note:Even thoughLester's Assassination Missionsareoptional (not required for story progression), they're still counted under the main "Missions" checklist, and they're still needed for 100% completion of the game.

How many missions are in GTA 5?

Despite the GTA V in-game statistics stating that the game has 69 missions, there are actually many more missions available, with branching paths and three possible endings.

There are actually 83 available story missions in total in GTA 5, which youcan find all listed on this page. However, due to the branching nature of Heist approaches, only74 missionsare played in a single playthrough, while the others can be accessed by selecting different paths.

So why does the game's checklist show "only" 69 missions instead of 74? Well, Rockstar has decided to not include the"Fire Truck" and "BZ Gas Grenades" heist setups in their listing, and they also don't count the 3 optional "Family Missions" that Micheal can do. This is probably so they could make a reference to the "69" number on purpose, in typical Rockstar fashion.

What do Mission Icon Colors mean in GTA 5?

Since GTA V features three playable protagonists, the game indicates with unique colors on the map the missions that can be started by the different characters:

  • A blue icon on the map shows missions that can be started by Michael
  • A green icon on the map shows missions that can be started by Franklin
  • An orange icon on the map icon shows missions that can be started by Trevor
  • If you see a question mark on the map, it's a side mission.

You can also see the number of missions currently available for each protagonist when switching between them via theCharacter Wheel.

How to Replay Missions in GTA 5

Grand Theft Auto V features mission scoring, with specific objectives (such as time, damage, accuracy, etc.) required to achieve theGold Medal in a mission.

Just completing a mission will give you a Bronze Medal by default.You earn a Silver Medal by meeting at least one objective, but you must complete 100% of the objectives to earn a Gold Medal.

To improve your score, you can replay the missions you already completed,by accessing the Pause Menu and going to the "Game" tab.

It's important to note that you can complete each Gold Medal requirement in multiple playthroughs of the mission - you don't need to obtain them all in one single playthrough.

Earning at least 70 Gold Medals between Missions and Strangers & Freaks is required for the"Solid Gold, Baby!" Achievement / Trophy.

How to Play All Endings in GTA 5

If you would like to play all three endings in Grand Theft Auto V in a single playthrough, and experience what each ending has to offer, the game allows you to do so.

After completing one of the endings,you will find the ability to play the two other endings by accessing the Pause Menu, going to "Game" > Replay Mission", and scrolling all the way to the bottom.

However, this won't change the original choice you made during the course of the playthrough.

If you're unsure on what ending to choose, it's advised to firstmake a save in a separate slot after completing "The Big Score" mission. At this point, you are free to experiment with choosing and playing any of the three endings, knowing that you always have a previously saved game that you can return to choose a different ending.

Unless you want to lose access to Michael or Trevor after the end of the story, we strongly recommend choosingEnding C (Deathwish), as that's also been confirmed to be the canon ending of the game.

More GTA 5 Side Missions

In addition to the main GTA 5 Story Mode, GTA V also features other optional side missions and activities that can be played.

These include , which involve interesting characters that Michael, Franklin, or Trevor can encounter outside the main story.

There are also many and Random Events that you can take part in if you want to fully complete the game.

GTA 5 Missions List: Full Story Mode Guide & Walkthrough (2024)
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