In the chaotic world of Grand Theft Auto V, the eccentric duo of Nigel and Mrs. Thornhill orchestrates a series of bizarre missions known as Vinewood Souvenirs. One of the most thrilling episodes is Vinewood Souvenirs – Al Di Napoli, where Trevor Philips must chase down the elusive Al Di Napoli in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse across Los Santos. With its blend of adrenaline-fueled chases and cunning tactics, this mission offers players a unique challenge to test their skills and earn the coveted Gold Medal.
Availability: Trevor
Location: This mission becomes available after the completion of the Vinewood Souvenirs- Willie, Vinewood Souvenirs – Kerry, Vinewood Souvenirs – Mark and Vinewood Souvenirs – Tyler optional missions. You need to wait until there appears a new meeting place with Nigel, on the map. It is located in the North-Western part of the city, and more precisely, in the Del Pierro district ( the above screenshot).
Keep within close range of the celebrity
After you have listened to the conversation with Nigel, Get into his car quickly (Declasse Premier), and start a chase after the escaping Di Napoli’s SUV. While playing this kind of chase, do not attempt to bump into the star’s car, because you will not stop him this way. To the extent it is possible, avoid colliding with the other cars and objects in the environment.
Do not bump into anything while driving across the hospital building
You will be chasing the SUV across several underground parking lots, but, you should be most careful in situations in which you will have to drive the wrong way (against the traffic). Finally, you will have to drive across a hospital building and it is necessary that you slow down here to prevent hitting anything or anyone. You should also decrease your speed before you jump through a big destroyed window, to prevent damaging your vehicle. The only thing left for you to do is drive up to Di Napoli’s smashed car, which will conclude this mission.
Rewards for completing the mission: none
Requirements for the completion of the mission in 100%:
- Stalker – you need to keep within a short distance from Di Napoli’s car at all times.
- Accident and Emergency – you cannot run into anybody while driving across the hospital building.
- Not a Scratch – you cannot damage heavily Nigel’s car. You should e especially careful while driving across the hospital building, and also while performing the jump to prevent landing on the car’s roof.
What makes the Vinewood Souvenirs missions so intriguing
The Vinewood Souvenirs missions in Grand Theft Auto V captivate players with their quirky blend of humor, chaos, and moral dilemmas. Featuring eccentric UK tourists Nigel and Mrs. Thornhill, these missions task Trevor Philips with collecting bizarre memorabilia from celebrities, often through stealth, chases, or outright violence. The intrigue lies in their unpredictable scenarios—whether it’s stealing clothes unnoticed, chasing a runaway dog, or deciding the fate of a kidnapped actor. Each mission combines unique gameplay challenges with absurd storytelling, making them unforgettable side quests.
What unique elements does the Vinewood Souvenirs series introduce to GTA V
The Vinewood Souvenirs series in Grand Theft Auto V introduces several unique elements that enhance gameplay and storytelling:
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Celebrity Satire: The missions revolve around parodying Hollywood culture, with Trevor tasked to steal bizarre memorabilia from eccentric celebrities, adding humor and absurdity to the narrative.
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Diverse Gameplay Mechanics: Each mission employs varied challenges, such as stealth (sneaking into Tyler’s compound), combat (fighting Willie’s entourage), and high-speed chases (pursuing Al Di Napoli), keeping players engaged with different strategies.
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Moral Choices: Missions like “The Last Act” allow players to decide the fate of Al Di Napoli, introducing ethical dilemmas that deepen the player’s connection to the story.
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Gold Medal Challenges: Unique objectives, such as avoiding damage or performing stunts, encourage replayability and mastery of specific skills.
These elements combine to make the Vinewood Souvenirs series a standout set of side missions in GTA V.
