Long-time fans are well aware that no game can top Grand Theft Auto Online when it comes to sheer possibilities for causing mayhem. This game is pure joy to behold, and if you are new to the world of GTA, you are definitely in for a treat.
As with all online games, when you start out, you will notice that others have had a head start. This article provides you with ten invaluable tips which will ensure that you can quickly build your criminal empire.
10 Keep Heists Active
Always keep a heist ongoing, the progress will ensure that you get invited by Lester to continue the heist whenever you are present online during a session. If you accept the phone call invitation, you will be directly taken to the location, saving time and protecting you from people who might try to ice you.
Bonus tip: If you have doomsday ongoing along with the regular heist, you can quickly travel between the facility and your apartment.
9 Don't Be Afraid To Ask For Help
The best way to get the most out of your efforts in GTA Online requires you to have the right hardware. Though possible, it becomes quite challenging. Make friends, preferably higher level ones so that you can employ the hardware they have at their disposal to earn money. Also, if you want to take someone out, placing a bounty of them is a great way to incentivize your will.
On the other hand, do not interfere with people higher than you level. This one is a no-brainer but you'd be surprised the sheer number of people who don't check other people's levels before getting involved.
8 Don't Splurge
If you end up earning big money from one of the missions or heists, don't rush out to buy the best car. Save your money and invest in something worthwhile like a warehouse. When choosing weapons, always look into price-per-kill ratio — the amount of money you spend on bullets to gain your kill. Because people end up spending thousands of dollars for a homing missile to get a few kills.
7 Give Passive Mode A Try
If you aren't ready to venture out in the incredibly world of Grand Theft Auto Online, the game has you covered. You can start a solo session from the pause menu and try out your hand on the various in-game activities. It is also a safe way to level up without any interruptions. Whether it's practicing your driving skills, participating in races or learning to fly a helicopter, this is the safest way to go.
If you keep getting killed by other players, you should definitely give passive mode a try. It will prevent you from getting shot when you are on foot. The downside to this is that you cannot shoot other players, which is fair. Though this does not mean that you are untouchable, people can still run you over or shoot you when you are in a vehicle.
6 Sell Cars For Easy Cash
Whenever you feel in the need for some extra dough, visit your nearest Los Santos Customs. The cars you steal can fetch a premium price if you enhance it using a mod shop. Remember, that you can sell one car a day and one day in-game lasts around 45 minutes. Do remember to lock the car you own so that you don't end up losing your ride.
5 Use A Bank
Instead of carrying around all your cash, deposit it in a bank. In case you get robbed, you won't lose all your in-hand money. The game gives you the convenience to deposit funds using your phone, so you can easily skip the ATM. You might think that $5000 isn't a huge amount when it comes to GTA, but every bit adds up, so save your money and it will pay off dividends in the long run.
4 Be Patient
Rushing through a mission or a heist won't do you any favors. It's better to take cover, wait for the right opportunity to strike. Don't go all Rambo on the NPCs or the police or you will die from gunfire.
Most people lack the patience and this leads them to failing majority of their mission attempts. Don't forget to stock up those energy bars to restore health.
3 Insurance Pays Off
It's a no-brainer to avail insurance in GTA Online. If you are looking the keep the cars you own, you should definitely get insured. This way, if case of theft, your car is replaced by the company and you just have to pay 10% of the insurance premium as a fee. Note that only the cars that have a tracked fitted will be eligible for insurance. In case you get a garage, every car you store there will automatically get a tracker installed.
2 Locate Your Targets
Whether you are trying to find your next kill or looking to jump into the car with your buddy. The game offers an option called "Highlight player" which can guide you towards your person of interest through the mini map.
1 Revenge Is A Dish Best Served Cold
Given the high-speed nature of the game, you might catch yourself off-guard innocently moving about in the game. Though within a span of the first 10 minutes, you'd realize that it's incredibly easy to get shot, run over or robbed if your aren't being cautious. Don't worry though, being the thoughtful developers they are, Rockstar Games was kind enough to include an info section in the game menu which can be used to track down your killers.
This is a great way to get some payback. What's more, there's a system implemented by the developers that awards good sports with a bonus $1000 in-game, while bad sports is awarded with a dunce cap for 48 hours. How cool is that.