Masked GTA V characters during a heist

LOS SANTOS & BLAINE COUNTY

Grand Theft Auto V

Three very different criminals. One sprawling city. A story of risky heists and uneasy alliances across Southern San Andreas.

41 sec read · FREE FAN OVERVIEW

Inside the game

Masked GTA V characters during a heist
Masked GTA V characters during a heist · Rockstar Games · 3840 × 2160
Michael and Trevor beside a helicopter
Michael and Trevor beside a helicopter · Rockstar Games · 3840 × 2160
Los Santos skyline at night
Los Santos skyline at night · Rockstar Games · 3840 × 2160

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Meet the three leads

Michael, Franklin and Trevor bring different perspectives to GTA V's story. Switching between them connects city life, the criminal underworld and the quieter stretches of Blaine County. Start with the opening missions before diving into character-specific activities.

02

Story mode or Online?

GTA V's single-player campaign is separate from GTA Online's multiplayer progression. Check the store listing carefully: some purchases include both experiences, while standalone GTA Online does not automatically include Story Mode.

03

A comfortable first session

Adjust subtitles, brightness and controls before starting. Keep an extra manual save before major decisions and explore between missions without reading ending spoilers. Check your edition's settings rather than assuming every platform has the same visual options.

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Returning on a newer platform

Rockstar describes migration options for eligible Story Mode and Online progress. Review its current eligibility and one-time transfer instructions before changing versions; do not assume all editions share progress automatically.

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Original fan overview · Sources reviewed 10 November 2026 · Official screenshots © Rockstar Games. Check official sources for current offers and platform requirements.