GTA 5, one of the most popular and critically acclaimed open-world action-adventure video games, has kept its fans hooked for years. The game, developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games, offers players a massive open world to explore, along with various missions and tasks to complete. In this article, we will explore the question that has been on the minds of many gamers – how many missions are there in GTA 5?
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All Missions In GTA 5
GTA 5 offers a massive open world that is filled with a wide variety of activities for players to enjoy. These activities include everything from driving around the city, participating in street races, flying airplanes, and completing various missions and tasks. The game is split into different chapters and levels, with each level offering its own set of missions and tasks.
Main Story Missions
The main story of GTA 5 revolves around three main characters – Michael, Franklin, and Trevor – and their involvement in a series of heists and criminal activities. The main story missions are the backbone of the game, and there are a total of 69 main story missions that players can complete. These missions are divided into different chapters, and each chapter offers its own set of missions.
| Mission Number | Mission Name | Main Characters | Brief Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prologue | Michael, Trevor, Brad | The game’s opening mission where Michael and Trevor rob a bank in North Yankton, which sets the stage for the story. |
| 2 | Franklin and Lamar | Franklin, Lamar | Franklin and Lamar repossess a car from a debtor and deliver it to Simeon Yetarian, their employer. |
| 3 | Repossession | Franklin, Lamar, Simeon | Franklin and Lamar repossess a motorcycle from a member of a gang, but they run into trouble when the gang retaliates. |
| 4 | Complications | Michael, Jimmy, Amanda | Michael’s son Jimmy gets his car stolen, so Michael and Franklin team up to get it back. |
| 5 | Father/Son | Michael, Jimmy | Michael takes Jimmy on a father-son bonding trip, but things don’t go as planned. |
| 6 | Chop | Franklin, Lamar | Franklin takes care of Lamar’s dog Chop while Lamar is away and ends up getting involved in a drug deal gone wrong. |
| 7 | Marriage Counseling | Michael, Amanda | Michael attends marriage counseling with his wife Amanda, but they end up getting into an argument. |
| 8 | Daddy’s Little Girl | Franklin, Tonya | Franklin helps Tonya, a drug addict and his ex-girlfriend, with a tow truck job. |
| 9 | Friend Request | Michael, Lester | Michael and Lester meet up to plan their next heist, but they’re interrupted by an old acquaintance. |
| 10 | The Long Stretch | Franklin, Lamar, Stretch | Franklin and Lamar team up with Stretch, a member of their old gang, to steal a shipment of drugs. |
| 11 | Casing the Jewel Store | Michael, Franklin | Michael and Franklin scope out a jewelry store for a potential heist. |
| 12 | Carbine Rifles | Michael, Franklin, Lester | Michael and Franklin steal some weapons and a van to prepare for the heist. |
| 13 | The Jewel Store Job (Loud variant) | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | Michael, Franklin, and Trevor execute the heist at the jewelry store using brute force. |
| 14 | Bugstars Equipment | Michael, Franklin | Michael and Franklin steal some pest control equipment to prepare for the next heist. |
| 15 | BZ Gas Grenades | Michael, Franklin | Michael and Franklin steal some gas grenades from the military to prepare for the next heist. |
| 16 | The Jewel Store Job (Smart variant) | Michael, Franklin | Michael and Franklin execute a smart and silent heist on a high-end jewelry store. |
| 17 | Mr. Philips | Trevor | Trevor goes on a rampage to rescue a friend who has been captured by rival gang members. |
| 18 | Nervous Ron | Trevor | Trevor and Ron work together to steal a shipment of drugs from a rival gang. |
| 19 | Trevor Philips Industries | Trevor | Trevor acquires a new business and begins building his criminal empire. |
| 20 | Crystal Maze | Trevor | Trevor helps a friend recover some stolen drugs from a rival gang. |
| 21 | Friends Reunited | Trevor, Michael | Trevor and Michael reunite with an old friend who has become a successful entrepreneur. |
| 22 | Fame or Shame | Michael | Michael helps his daughter get through an audition for a popular TV talent show. |
| 23 | Dead Man Walking | Trevor | Trevor helps a friend escape from a group of mercenaries who are after him. |
| 24 | Three’s Company | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | Michael, Franklin, and Trevor execute a heist on the FIB to retrieve sensitive information. |
| 25 | By the Book | Michael, Trevor | Michael and Trevor interrogate a suspect in order to obtain information on their next heist target. |
| 26 | Hood Safari | Franklin, Lamar | Franklin and Lamar go on a wild safari through rival gang territory to recover a stolen vehicle. |
| 27 | Scouting the Port | Trevor | Trevor scouts out a heavily guarded port to gather information on a target. |
| 28 | Minisub | Michael, Trevor | Michael and Trevor use a mini-submarine to acquire some sensitive cargo from a sunken ship. |
| 29 | Trash Truck | Michael, Franklin | Michael and Franklin use a garbage truck to sneak into a target’s location and plant a bug. |
| 30 | Boiler Suits | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | Michael, Franklin, and Trevor acquire boiler suits in preparation for their next heist. |
| 31 | Masks | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | Michael, Franklin, and Trevor acquire masks in preparation for their next heist. |
| 32 | Tow Truck | Franklin | Franklin helps a friend recover a tow truck from some hostile gang members. |
| 33 | The Merryweather Heist (Freighter variant) | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | Michael, Franklin, and Trevor execute a heist on a freighter owned by a private military contractor. |
| 34 | Blitz Play | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | Michael, Franklin, and Trevor stage a dramatic highway heist to acquire some sensitive data. |
| 35 | I Fought the Law | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | Michael, Franklin, and Trevor steal a high-tech police car to use in their next heist. |
| 36 | Eye in the Sky | Trevor, Franklin | Use a helicopter and camera to gather intelligence |
| 37 | The Vice Assassination | Franklin, Lester | Eliminate a corrupt politician |
| 38 | The Bus Assassination | Franklin, Lester | Plant a bomb on a target bus |
| 39 | Caida Libre | Trevor, Michael | Rescue a target from a crashing plane |
| 40 | Deep Inside | Franklin, Michael, Lester | Infiltrate a government facility to retrieve a package |
| 41 | Minor Turbulence | Trevor, Michael | Hijack a plane and steal a shipment of drugs |
| 42 | The Construction Assassination | Franklin, Lester | Eliminate a target on a construction site |
| 43 | Paleto Score Setup | Michael, Trevor, Lester | Plan and prepare for a heist on a bank in Paleto Bay |
| 44 | Military Hardware | Trevor, Michael | Steal military hardware from a heavily guarded convoy |
| 45 | Predator | Trevor | Eliminate a group of enemies from a helicopter |
| 46 | The Paleto Score | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | Rob a bank in Paleto Bay with a team of accomplices |
| 47 | Derailed | Trevor, Michael | Stop a train and steal its valuable cargo |
| 48 | Monkey Business | Michael, Trevor | Steal sensitive data from a government agency |
| 49 | Hang Ten | Michael, Franklin | Infiltrate a rival gang’s compound to retrieve drugs |
| 50 | Surveying the Score | Michael, Franklin, Lester | Gather intel for a heist on the Union Depository |
| 51 | Bury the Hatchet | Trevor, Michael | Settle an old score with a former accomplice |
| 52 | Pack Man | Franklin, Lester | Steal a shipment of drugs and deliver it to a drop-off |
| 53 | Fresh Meat | Trevor, Franklin, Michael | Rescue a contact from a group of mercenaries |
| 54 | The Ballad of Rocco | Michael, Trevor | Escort a celebrity while fending off paparazzi |
| 55 | Cleaning Out the Bureau | Michael, Franklin, Lester | Steal incriminating evidence from the FIB headquarters |
| 56 | Reuniting the Family | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | The trio works together to rescue Michael’s son, Jimmy, from a kidnapping orchestrated by the Ballas gang. The mission ends with the family being reunited. |
| 57 | Architect’s Plans | Michael, Franklin, Lester | The team steals architectural plans for the Union Depository, a high-security bank. The plans are needed for the upcoming heist. |
| 58 | Legal Trouble | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | The team works to clear Michael’s name after he is framed for the murder of a woman he was working with. They do this by stealing a police car and framing a corrupt cop for the murder. |
| 59 | The Bureau Raid (Roof Entry variant) | Michael, Franklin, Lester, Trevor | The team works to infiltrate the FIB building to steal sensitive information related to the heist. The mission can be done in two ways: the roof entry variant or the covert variant. In the roof entry variant, the team causes a distraction and enters the building through the roof. |
| 60 | The Wrap Up | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | The team ties up loose ends after the heist and deals with corrupt FIB agents. The mission ends with the team escaping a heavily guarded area with a helicopter. |
| 61 | Lamar Down | Franklin, Lamar | Franklin and Lamar work to rescue Lamar, who has been kidnapped by a rival gang. The mission ends with Lamar being rescued and the gang being dealt with. |
| 62 | Meltdown | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | The team steals a nuclear device from a Merryweather cargo plane and uses it to destroy a target. The mission ends with the team escaping the area with a helicopter. |
| 63 | Planning the Big Score | Michael, Franklin, Lester | The team plans the heist of the Union Depository using the information from the Architect’s Plans mission. The mission is split into two parts: the subtle approach and the obvious approach. |
| 64 | Stingers | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | The team steals police stingers to use in the upcoming heist. The mission ends with the team escaping a heavily guarded area with a helicopter. |
| 65 | Gauntlet | Franklin | Franklin modifies three cars to use in the upcoming heist. The mission ends with the modified cars being delivered to the team. |
| 66 | Driller | Michael, Franklin, Lester | The team steals a driller to use in the upcoming heist. The mission ends with the driller being delivered to the team. |
| 67 | Sidetracked | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | The team deals with a group of mercenaries who are pursuing them. The mission ends with the team escaping the area with a helicopter. |
| 68 | The Big Score | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | The team executes the heist of the Union Depository using the information and resources obtained in previous missions. The mission can be done in two ways: the subtle approach and the obvious approach. In the subtle approach, the team uses stealth and precision to steal the gold. |
| 69 | The Third Way | Michael, Franklin, Trevor | The Third Way is the game’s final mission where the team confronts enemies and ties up loose ends. The outcome depends on the player’s choices, resulting in one of three possible endings. It’s an epic conclusion, bringing together all characters and plot threads |
Strangers and Freaks Missions
Apart from the main story missions, GTA 5 also offers a variety of side missions that players can complete. These side missions are called Strangers and Freaks missions, and there are a total of 20 of them in the game. These missions involve various characters that players can encounter while exploring the city.
Random Events
Random events are another type of side activity that players can encounter while exploring the city. These events are usually small and random, and they involve helping people in need, such as stopping a mugger or saving someone from a car crash. There are a total of 57 random events in GTA 5.
Miscellaneous Missions and Tasks
Apart from the main story missions, Strangers and Freaks missions, and random events, GTA 5 also offers a variety of other missions and tasks for players to complete. These include everything from flying school, parachute jumps, triathlons, and more.
Heist Missions
Heist missions are some of the most exciting and challenging missions in GTA 5. These missions involve planning and executing a heist, and there are a total of 5 heist missions in the game. Each heist mission offers its own set of challenges, and players must work together with their team to successfully complete the heist.
- The Jewel Store Job (Loud / Smart)
- The Merryweather Heist (Freighter / Offshore)
- The Paleto Score
- The Bureau Raid (Fire Crew / Roof Entry)
- The Big Score (Subtle / Obvious)
Doomsday Heist
The Doomsday Heist is a series of heist missions that were added to GTA V as part of the Doomsday Heist update. There are a total of three acts in the Doomsday Heist, with each act offering its own set of missions and challenges.
- The Data Breaches
- The Bogdan Problem
- The Doomsday Scenario
Diamond Casino Heist
The Diamond Casino Heist is another exciting heist mission that was added to GTA 5 as part of the Diamond Casino Heist update. The heist involves robbing the Diamond Casino, and there are a total of three approaches that players can take to complete the heist.
- Scope out the Diamond Casino
- Casino Heist – Aggressive
- Casino Heist – Silent and Sneaky
- Casino Heist – The Big Con
The Cayo Perico Heist
The Cayo Perico Heist is the latest heist mission that was added to GTA V as part of the Cayo Perico Heist update. This heist involves players traveling to an island in the Caribbean to infiltrate a drug lord’s compound and steal his valuable assets. There are a variety of different approaches that players can take to complete the heist, making it one of the most exciting and dynamic heist missions in the game.
- Gather Intel
- Scope Out
- The Cayo Perico Heist
- The Cayo Perico Heist (Solo)
- The Cayo Perico Heist (Hard Mode)
- The Cayo Perico Heist (Elite Challenge)
Contact Missions
Contact missions are a type of mission in GTA 5 that involve players working for different characters in the game. These missions are generally shorter than the main story missions, and they offer a variety of different objectives for players to complete. There are a total of 67 contact missions in the game, making them a great way for players to earn money and experience.
- Blow Up
- Blow Up II
- Blow Up III
- Simeonomics
- Titan of a Job
- Landing Strip
- A Boat in the Bay
- Chemical Extraction
- Docks to Stock
- Docks to Stock II
- Los Santos Connection
- On Maneuvers
- Artificial Scarcity
- Crime Scenester
- Hit ‘Em Up
- Master Data
- Chopper Tail
- The Parking Garage
- A Titan of a Job
- Extradition
- High Priority Case
- Judging the Jury
- Out of Court Settlement
- Quarry Quarry
- Rich Men in Richman
- Rooftop Rumble
- Show Me the Monet
- Stick Up the Stickup Crew
- Water the Vineyard
- The Los Santos Connection (Remix)
- Chumash and Grab
- Blow Up IV
- Blow Up V
- Blow Up VI
- Chemical Extraction II
- Docks to Stock III
- Extradition II
- Gassed Up
- Handle with Care
- On Maneuvers II
- Romance Isn’t Dead
- Show Me the Monet II
- Stocks and Scares
- Artificial Scarcity II
- Crime Scenester II
- Docks to Stock II (Remix)
- Hit ‘Em Up II
- Master Data II
- Stick Up the Stickup Crew II
- The Los Santos Connection (Remix II)
The Lamar Missions
The Lamar Missions are a series of missions in Grand Theft Auto 5 that are focused on the character of Lamar Davis. These missions offer a unique perspective on the game’s story and characters, and they provide players with a variety of different objectives to complete.
- Lowriders
- The Contact
- The S@x Tape
- The Long Stretch
- Hood Safari
- Bling Bling Scramble
- Hold Up
- GTA Today
- Deal Gone Wrong
- Ballas to the Wall
- San Andreas Seoul
- Home Invasion
- Community Outreach
- It’s a G Thing
- Forum Frenzy
- All in the Game
- Lamar Down
Premium Deluxe Repo Work
Premium Deluxe Repo Work is a type of mission in Grand Theft Auto 5 that involves players working for a luxury car dealership. These missions offer a variety of different objectives for players to complete, such as stealing high-end vehicles and delivering them to the dealership.
Dispatch Missions
Dispatch missions are a type of mission in GTA5 that involve players working for the Los Santos Emergency Services. These missions require players to respond to various emergency situations throughout the city, such as fires and robberies. There are a total of six dispatch missions in the game, making them a great way for players to earn money and experience.
Hidden and Secret missions
- The Epsilon Program – an optional mission where the player joins a religious cult and completes a series of tasks
- The Last One – an optional mission where the player must hunt down and kill the game’s elusive Bigfoot
- The Secret Mine Shaft – a hidden location that can be accessed by finding a certain spot in the mountains
- The Infinity Killer – a series of gruesome murder scenes that can be found throughout the game, culminating in a final mission to catch the killer
- The Hidden Packages – 12 packages scattered throughout the ocean that must be collected to unlock a special submarine
- The Time Traveler – a mysterious character who appears in various locations and claims to be a time traveler, leading to a series of optional missions
- The Ghost – a spectral figure that can be seen in the game’s cemetery, leading to a series of supernatural missions
- The UFOs – several UFO sightings throughout the game that can be investigated and ultimately lead to a hidden mission
- The Murder Mystery – a series of clues and tasks that lead to the solving of a murder mystery
- The Solomon Richards missions – a set of hidden missions involving the movie producer Solomon Richards, which are unlocked by collecting movie props throughout the game.
FAQs
It is uncertain if there will be any new missions added to GTA 5 in the future, as the game has been out for several years.
Yes, players can replay missions in GTA 5 by selecting the mission from the game’s menu.
No, players do not need to complete all the missions in GTA 5 to finish the game. However, completing all the missions will provide a more comprehensive experience.
Yes, there are several secret missions in GTA 5 that can be unlocked by completing certain objectives in the game.
Yes, players can play GTA 5 missions with friends in the game’s multiplayer mode.
Conclusion
GTA 5 offers players a massive open world to explore, along with a wide variety of missions and tasks to complete. From the main story missions to the various heist missions and side missions, there are a total of over 200 missions in the game. Each mission offers its own unique set of challenges and objectives, making the game a truly immersive and engaging experience for players.