In the high-stakes world of Grand Theft Auto V, the Paleto Score Setup mission sets the stage for one of the game’s most thrilling heists. Join Michael and Trevor as they navigate the intricate planning phase, racing against time and rivaling each other in a heart-pumping challenge. This walkthrough will guide you through the mission’s twists and turns, ensuring you secure the coveted Gold Medal and lay the groundwork for a successful heist in Paleto Bay.
Mission 51 – Paleto Score Setup general information
Way to unlock: You need to complete Main mission 49 (Minor Turbulence). You can now go to the meth lab (letter B on the world map).
Playable characters: Michael, Trevor
Additional information: this mission fulfils a preparatory role before a bank heist, i.e. the third one of the major heists in the game. Unlike the previous ones, you do not need to save the game additionally because, the only decision that you will be allowed to make, is the choice of the accomplice towards the end of this mission. The mission itself is pretty easy and its more exciting moment is the off-road race between Michael and Trevor.
Mission 51 – Paleto Score Setup full walkthrough
You need to reach the building’s upper floor
The starting point for this mission is the meth lab located in Sandy Shores to the West of Trevor’s trailer (you have already have the opportunity to visit this place in the nineteenth mission of the game). You can start this mission as either Michael or Trevor by reaching one of the rooms on the upper floor. After the cutscene, also featuring Steve and Dave, leave the lab and get into Michael’s car (Declasse Premier).
The bank’s main entrance
You can now go Paleto Bay – a town in the Northern part of the map. After you get there, stop near the bus stop and wait for Lester to arrive. First of all, you are up for a reconnaissance of the bank that you are supposed to hit. Park your car in front of the bank and change your camera to the cinematic view to zoom the image in a bit. Then, drive into the small field to the left of the building.
Get out of the car and use a weapon (a scoped one would be best) to destroy the alarm shown in the above screenshot, which has been mounted onto the bank’s wall. After you do that, return quickly to the car, drive into the nearby gas station. Observe the police’s reaction and listen to the conversations of the people in the car.
The best choice will be the same person that took part in the jewel store heist
Another part of the mission is the return to the meth lab and, it is a race, of a kind. I recommend that you cut to Trevor, because he managed to steal a good bike in the meantime and, as a result, it will be easier for him to reach the destination as the first. The last part of this mission is planning on the heist itself and, as I have mentioned before, you will not have to decide on a given variant. The only decision that you need to take is the selection of the gunman as a support for the heist, and it would be good to choose the same person that accompanied you at the jewel store heist. This is so, because the skills of that person increased since the last heist.
Rewards and challenges in mission 51 – Paleto Score Setup
Rewards for the completion of the mission:
- new contact on Trevor’s contacts list: Lester
Requirements for the completion of the mission in 100%:
- Leisurely Drive – you need to reach the bank within 3 minutes and 30 seconds. Try not to bump into anyone and retain the same, high, speed out in the highway.
- Winner – You need to win the race to the lab towards the end of this mission. It is best to play this part as Trevor.
What are the key strategies to complete the Paleto Score mission efficiently
To complete the Paleto Score mission efficiently in Grand Theft Auto V, consider the following key strategies:
Key Strategies for The Paleto Score
1. Crew Selection
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Choose the Right Gunman: Selecting Chef or Packie as your additional gunman is recommended. Both have similar benefits, with Chef being a good choice for building experience and Packie offering unique dialogue.
2. Mission Objectives
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Let It Rain: Fire over 4,000 bullets to meet this requirement. Trevor’s Minigun is ideal for this.
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Accuracy: Switch to Michael for better accuracy with short-range weapons.
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Collateral Damage: Cause $1 million in damage by destroying police vehicles and property.
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Mission Time: Complete the mission within 16 minutes.
3. Heist Execution
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Bank Robbery: Use explosives to breach the vault, and quickly grab the cash.
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Police Chase: Stay with Trevor to maximize damage to police vehicles and choppers.
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Escape: Utilize cover in the apartment building and lumberyard to fend off police.
4. Final Escape
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Lumberyard: Use Franklin to drive a bulldozer through obstacles and pick up Michael and Trevor.
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Factory: Clear the factory corridors and make your way to the loading docks for the getaway train.
By following these strategies, you can efficiently complete the mission and achieve the Gold Medal requirements.
What are the best tactics to take down police cars during the mission
To effectively take down police cars during the Paleto Score mission in Grand Theft Auto V, consider the following tactics:
Tactics for Taking Down Police Cars
1. Ramming and Swerving
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Swerve into Obstacles: Have police cars follow you closely, then swerve at the last moment near solid objects like walls or buildings. This can instantly take them out.
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Rear-End Takedowns: As police cars move alongside you, aim for their rear. This is often easier than trying to sideswipe them.
2. Explosives and Heavy Firepower
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Use Explosives: If available, use explosives to quickly destroy police vehicles.
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Heavy Firepower: Utilize weapons like the Minigun to rapidly take out multiple police cars.
3. Environmental Hazards
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Jumps and Drops: Lead police cars into jumps or areas where they might not land properly, causing them to crash.
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Narrow Alleys: Use narrow alleys and side streets to your advantage, where police cars are more likely to crash into each other or obstacles.
4. Proactive Engagement
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Initiate Confrontations: Proactively engage police cars before they surround you. This can give you an advantage in controlling the situation.
By employing these tactics, you can efficiently take down police cars during the mission and maintain control of the situation.
