Grand Theft Auto V has always had exceptional health both commercially and in popularity. In fact, the passage of the years has not dampened the interest towards the Rockstar Games masterpiece, but quite the opposite: the madness of the GTA roleplay, its stay in the Game Pass and its appearance in the Epic Games Store have made Los Santos is one of the most fashionable places for videogames. And, consequently, the meeting point between veterans and new players.

Los Santos and Blaine County are the perfect place to wander aimlessly or do routine chores, but they also constantly invite us to engage in hectic activities, wreak havoc and destruction, and even play competitively in all kinds of events and games. themes through its online. Always being paid with experience and reputation.

Because Grand Theft Auto is synonymous with free will, and this new installment also takes very seriously the theme that all power revolves around the hunt for the almighty dollar. Making the very adventure of getting a modest fortune terrifyingly interesting and exceptionally fun.


From the outside, what GTA V offers can seem overwhelming, but once we start the game we will see that there is always something interesting and fun to do. For this reason, we have proposed to offer you a series of essential tips focused on anyone who wants to dive into this ocean of possibilities. And by the way, catch up if you left the game halfway seven years ago.

Which brings us to an obligatory question: how do you play?

As a video game, Grand Theft Auto V (or GTA V) is a huge open world full of sights: you will see huge skyscrapers, shopping areas, privileged views and trailer parks. Huge wilderness secluded from civilization and lots of shady places to spend your money honestly ... Or forced.

In story mode, we will control three main characters in an intense story that will take them to experience the vast majority of the main activities on the map. Each of them, as we will see below, with its own characteristics and personality. And the best thing is that we can switch between them at any time.

In addition, there is a multiplayer mode called Grand Theft Auto Online (GTA Online) in which we will create a custom character with which we can earn money, reputation and acquire properties, weapons and all kinds of luxuries. Sharing game and stage with dozens of players.
The game system depends on the experience we seek, with which we can do routine activities. However, the core of the GTA V story and most of the events allow us to enjoy an action experience in which we can shoot and use all kinds of weapons, drive freely in extreme situations and chain missions whose rewards are proportionate your risk.

There are indicators of crime, of course, the number of stars that we see on the screen will determine the level of search and the aggressiveness with which the police, the federals or the army will try to stop us. But luckily, there is always a way to escape if we are skilled or farsighted enough.
s we mentioned, the grace of GTA V is in free will, and despite the fact that there are pre-set missions on the map, we can always lose ourselves and experiment with the world around us, the physics of the vehicles and, who knows? We still find interesting treasures.

The map: welcome to Los Santos
GTA V is the first main game in the Grand Theft Auto saga in which we can explore the entire map from the beginning. Or, at least, once the prologue that introduces us to the plot and allows us to familiarize ourselves with the game controls is over.

Below you can see the main map of the game, as well as several marked points of interest.
Over time you will end up familiarizing yourself with it, although going through it all and discovering all its secrets is an almost, almost impossible, odyssey that will take us months. Even years.

For our part, we recommend that you go to https://gta-5-map.com/, where you will always have an interactive map where you can point out the points of interest.
Who are the protagonists
Unlike other installments and open worlds, GTA V offers three main characters that we can freely alternate. And not only that: when they are not together on a mission, they will be doing activities on their own.

That is, if we are in the middle of a chase with Trevor or Franklin, we can change Michael and dedicate ourselves to something else. Of course, he may be sleeping, walking or in the middle of a shooting.

For our part, we present to you the three main protagonists of the history of GTA V:

After a life as a bank robber and professional criminal, Michael is part of the witness protection program and, on paper, life does not treat him all badly. However, his skills with firearms are too good not to take advantage of them.

The advice: His special ability slows down time and allows us to aim and shoot with greater precision. You can improve this skill by driving at high speed or taking precision shots.
Franklin, the ace at the wheel
A young delinquent with everything to gain. Franklin made a living by hitting and converting other people's luxury cars to cash, giving him unprecedented driving skills.

The tip: Franklin's special ability slows down time in a vehicle and allows us to masterfully maneuver and corner at blazing speeds. You can improve this skill by driving at high speed, narrowly avoiding collisions, or driving in the opposite direction of traffic.
Trevor, the "loose cannon"
Trevor's character is almost indescribable, but he also reflects the rebelliousness and madness of the GTA series - he is a true sociopath who is rarely doing anything good with his life. If we do not take into account the hours of sleep, of course.

The advice: using Trevor's special ability we inflict much more damage and we will even have a period of invisibility, which can save them from more than one predicament. To improve this skill while driving at high speed, take out all the targets you see, especially with accurate shots, and take damage without costing you your life.

Finally, it is worth clarifying that increasing the statistics with one character will not have an effect on the other two. We have the option to upgrade all three at once, toggle between them, or focus on just one. You have your whole life ahead of you.
What should you keep in mind if you are a beginner
As we mentioned at the beginning, there is no wrong way to play GTA V. And in essence there is no wrong way when playing Online unless we use modified versions of the game that expose us to bans based on increasing our reputation or our money in an illegal way . At the end of the day, GTA Online is about an ecosystem that encourages us to participate, compete, and earn rewards fairly.
However, it is worth taking these types of factors into account:
Events will allow you to progress at twice the speed
On a weekly or monthly basis, Rockstar promotes events and activities where the prizes are doubled. Do not miss the opportunity. In addition, huge financial bonuses are also awarded just for connecting on certain dates, pay attention to the Official GTA Newsletter.

One of the most interesting novelties of GTA V on PS4, Xbox and PC is that we can switch between the first person and third person view, which has a direct effect on the game experience. On PC you may also be interested in adjusting the controls to your liking or using a traditional remote. All in all, you have four types of aim at your disposal:

Assisted aiming - Total: with it you will be able to fix the objective in a wide angle that allows you to change targets. In addition, in the first person we will have access to a magnetic sight.
Assisted aiming - Partial: with it we can also set the objective, although the angle is medium in size. Also, you should keep in mind that the reticle slows down whenever it passes over a target. As in the previous one, in the first person we will have access to a magnetic sight.
Free aim - Assisted: the angle of fixation that we will have is very tight. With everything in the first person we will have access to a magnetic sight.
Free aim: if we want to depend totally on our aim, this option does not offer any type of fixation.
Take advantage of your mobile
From your mobile you will find the list of activities, and there will always be something to do: although we can access missions or business proposals, it is also possible to receive invitations to activities from other players.

In addition, as soon as you reach level 12 you can call Merryweather's security consultancy, a service where you can have access to work materials and ammunition, request a support helicopter or any help you need ... for a price to match in favor.

Another of the essential contacts that we must have on hand is Lester, he is presented to us in history. If we need to get out of the way or lower our search level, Lester will be our go-between when it comes to bribing the cops or setting up an escape plan.
The loser's advantage
Among the many activities that you can carry out are the games to the death. And if you die three times without getting a loss in one, you will get the possibility to activate the loser's advantages, certain benefits that are activated from the screen that shows the message "Eliminated".
Protect your money
Easy Come Easy Go. Los Santos is a wild place and the money you make in a less legal way is likely to evaporate after a failure or in the hands of another player. Luckily, there is a way to keep it safe: through Los Santos banking.

You can use any Los Santos ATM at any time to deposit or withdraw money, so you won't lose it if you're struck down.
As an alternative, it is possible to access your bank account to deposit or withdraw money from your phone's browser or any device connected to the internet, by visiting www.maze-bank.com.
Rockstar offers the ability to purchase GTA dollars for real money. In case you buy, these will be deposited directly into your character's bank account.
Essential tips if you are persecuted:
While you can do whatever you want in GTA V, it is quite likely that you will end up engaging in criminal activities. There is always the option to call Lester, although if you get caught red-handed, there are other options as well:

Stolen cars will be easily recognized by the police, try not to cross them and in the worst case a lick of paint will mislead them.
Another alternative if you are behind the wheel or on foot and they are chasing you is to hide indoors. Some great places are parking lots, tunnels, or any underground location as long as you haven't been seen going into it.
Change your accessories and appearance before and after committing a crime. If in the middle of the flight you equip yourself with different accessories from the menu, you will remove a star almost instantly. Unless, of course, they see you changing yourself.
Finally, it is worth bearing in mind that as long as you have a search level you will not be able to join any other activity, although - as we said - a timely call to Lester will make us arrive on time.

Game Cheats: Mobile Codes
In VidaExtra we have compiled the best GTA V cheats for PC and consoles. They are run from your mobile by putting a specific code and they will guarantee you advantages such as invincibility, more money or a reduction in the search level.

Some of the most interesting are:

Invincibility
Type in console: PAINKILLER
Mobile code: 1-999-724-654-5537
Run faster
Type in console: CATCHME
Mobile code: 1-999-228-8463
Raise the search level (stars)
Type in console: FUGITIVE
Mobile code: 1-999-3844-8483
Lower your search level (stars)
Type in console: LAWYERUP
Mobile code: 1-999-5299-3787
Maximum health and armor
Type in console: TURTLE
Mobile code: 1-999-887-853
All weapons and ammunition in abundance
Type in console: TOOLUP
Mobile code: 1-999-8665-87
Also, here you can see all the keys and codes for PC
Keep in mind that if you activate the cheats you will not be able to keep what you have obtained, restoring your current state when you restart the game.
The Rockstar Social Club is, in essence, an online social platform that encompasses the Rockstar Games games, perfect for finding games in GTA Online or creating them ourselves. You can access from the game itself or from the Web. In it you can, among other things:

Join different crews and friends.
Track your progress and inventory, as well as view other players'
Search and filter Grand Theft Auto Online activities
Share photos, videos and events made from the game itself
The only thing you will need to access from any game or the web is a Rockstar account.
Participating in and strolling through the Rockstar Social Club brings some order to the chaos of the Saints and enhances the limitless Grand Theft Auto experience. Plus, it's well rewarded with exclusive bonuses.
Take advantage of the Rockstar editor
The Rockstar editor is a special Grand Theft Auto V tool for PC, PS4 and XBox One that, in essence, allows us to record, edit and share videos in any of the two game modes.

In essence, we can create our own movies or leave a cinematic record of our adventures, adjusting every detail. From the cameras to the effects, through the setting itself. In addition, we can share our works through the Rockstar Social Club.

What are mods and how to install them?
Mods are add-on programs or add-ons that extend the Grand Theft Auto experience on PC. Sometimes introducing visual improvements and others adding new and fun elements such as costumes, effects or characters.

In both cases, a way to expand the enormous feeling of freedom and realism of the game. And for example, this amazing mod that aspires to photorealism.
The Rockstar editor is a special Grand Theft Auto V tool for PC, PS4 and XBox One that, in essence, allows us to record, edit and share videos in any of the two game modes.

In essence, we can create our own movies or leave a cinematic record of our adventures, adjusting every detail. From the cameras to the effects, through the setting itself. In addition, we can share our works through the Rockstar Social Club.

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Mods are legal, or at least Rockstar approved, as long as they don't break the balance of GTA Online. That is, they do not hinder the multiplayer experience.

Mods are installed in the game file or through different installation programs, always at the user's own risk. Some interest

Is it worth investing real money?
We close our review with the million dollar question: how much real money is worth investing in GTA Online.

Currently, it is possible to acquire different digital or physical prepaid cards that will enter very varied amounts in our gaming bank.

The most affordable cards, the Red Shark Card, cost 2.49 euro (without discount) and offer 100,000 GTA dollars
The most expensive, the Megalodon Shark, are valued at 74.99 euros (without discount) and offer no less than $ 8,000,000 GTA
With them we can acquire weapons, vehicles, properties and all kinds of services in the game itself, but nothing that we cannot acquire simply by playing.
At its core, it is a way to speed up our progress or indulge ourselves. Although, of course, the fun of GTA V and GTA Online is not so much accumulating luxuries, but having a good time obtaining money with which to buy them.