GTA Prologue mission walkthrough Guide

Dive into the adrenaline-fueled world of Grand Theft Auto V with our comprehensive walkthrough of the Prologue mission. Set in the icy landscape of North Yankton, this gripping introduction follows Michael and Trevor as they execute a daring heist at the Bobcat Security Depot. Navigate through intense shootouts, high-speed escapes, and unexpected betrayals in this pivotal opening chapter that sets the stage for the game’s epic narrative.

Additional information: This mission not onlyconstitutes the introduction to the game proper, but will also help you get acquainted some of the most important mechanics at work in the game, like participating in shootouts, driving vehicles and switching between the playable characters. You do not need to prepare yourself for this mission in any particular way, because all of the new elements of the game will be presented to you on a regular basis.

Mission 1 – Prologue full walkthrough

You need to use your phone to detonate the charge

You start off by controlling Michael, temporarily without the possibility to cut to Trevor. Acquaint yourself with the radar, enter the room where the hostages are being held. Aim your weapon at the hostages (do not shoot) to make them walk over to the neighboring storage room. After that, select your cell phone from the inventory, select the default Contacts tab and confirm the remote detonation of the charge (Detonate), which will unlock access to the vault.

Target the guard’s head

Follow the linear corridors to the vault and enter. Approach the table marked by the game to collect money. Try leaving the vault, which will result in Michael’s being apprehended by one of the guards. Do not worry about that, because this scene is a part of the tutorial that is supposed to acquaint you with cutting between the playable characters. Press, and hold down, the correct button on your game pad, select Trevor and release the button. After you cut to Trevor, aim at the guard’s head and kill him.

The shootout on the yard in front of the bank

Resume your march towards the building’s exit and learn, along your way, how to use covers. After you are out in the parking lot, in front of the building, hide behind the nearest cover and start eliminating the police officers in this area. You can keep playing as Trevor but, if you want your aim and your shooting to be more precise, cut back to Michael. Regardless of the character that you have chosen, keep killing the policemen the closest to you in the first place, thus preventing them from coming closer or flanking you.

The car that you are going to use to flee

Soon, you will have to walk along a gravel road towards the trunk road. It is a good idea to sprint here but, remember that you also need to keep eliminating the police officers and hide behind cars or other effective covers, whenever necessary. After you reach the abovementioned trunk road, eliminate the last group of police officers and run up to the vehicle that stopped on the left, to get into it.

The road towards the airport

Ahead of you, there is the first scene in which you need to control a vehicle. The route towards the airport is simple, because all you need to do is drive straight ahead and take a turn to the right only after you get near a police road block. Finally, you are going to watch a short scene , during which you will have to control Trevor. Continue your fire from behind your cover to eliminate the incoming police officers. The game will soon start another cutscene and the prologue will end.

What are the key challenges in the GTA 5 Prologue mission

The GTA 5 Prologue mission presents several key challenges:

1. Intimidation and Vault Breach: Players must intimidate security personnel without harming them and then detonate explosives to breach the vault. This requires precise timing and control to avoid unnecessary violence.

2. Hostage Situation: A security guard holds Michael at gunpoint, requiring the player to switch to Trevor and execute the guard to free Michael. This demands quick reflexes and strategic character switching.

3. Police Confrontation: After escaping the vault, the trio faces a massive police response. Players must take cover and engage in a firefight with law enforcement, navigating through the facility while avoiding flanking maneuvers by the police.

4. Getaway and Train Chase: The mission culminates in a high-speed car chase, where players must avoid roadblocks and outrun a train. The car is eventually hit by the train, leading to a final confrontation on foot.

5. Final Stand: Trevor must fend off the police alone after Michael and Brad are shot, requiring the player to hold off waves of officers until Trevor escapes3.

What makes the Prologue mission so intense compared to other GTA missions

The Prologue mission in GTA 5 stands out for its intensity compared to other GTA missions due to several factors:

1. Fast-Paced Action: Unlike the slower build-up in GTA IV, the Prologue introduces a high-octane action sequence right from the start, setting a new standard for intensity in the series. This mission features rapid-fire gameplay, including pistol-whipping security guards, blowing up vaults, and engaging in a massive firefight with the police1.

2. Cinematic Experience: The mission is highly cinematic, with a dramatic and intense sequence of events that includes a car chase, a train collision, and a final confrontation on foot. Although the firefight is more spectacle than challenge, it provides an engaging visual experience1.

3. Introduction to Key Characters: The Prologue effectively introduces two main characters, Michael and Trevor, showcasing their personalities and dynamic. Trevor’s introduction, in particular, is memorable for his unpredictable and violent nature3.

4. Setting and Atmosphere: The mission takes place in the rural setting of North Yankton, providing a unique backdrop that contrasts with the urban environments typical of GTA games. This setting adds to the mission’s distinctiveness and tension.

5. Story Hook: The Prologue sets up a compelling narrative by establishing Michael’s betrayal of Trevor and his subsequent fake death, which becomes a pivotal plot point throughout the game. This setup creates anticipation and curiosity about how the story will unfold.