Whether you're new to Grand Theft Auto 5 or an experienced player, it's vital to know how to maximize your heist gains in Story Mode. While the game has been popular since its release in 2013, the thrill of pulling off the perfect heist remains unmatched. Heists are one of the best ways to make money in GTA 5's Story Mode, but the key to maximizing your gains lies in choosing the right team and strategy.
Let's take a deep dive into how to make the most money from key heists like the Jewelry Store Job, Palito's Heist, The Bureau Raid, and The Grand Heist.
Guide to Making the Most from GTA 5 Heists
Before you begin, you must unlock two characters who can assist you during heists: Packie McReary and Taliana Martinez. These accomplices can be recruited through random events - Packie's Getaway Driver, available after the mission "Complications" near Forum Drive, and Taliana's Crash Rescue, unlocked after "Mr. Philips" near Braddock Pass.
Here's a detailed guide to make sure you get the most money from GTA 5's biggest heists:
Jewelry Store Job
Maximum Earnings: $4,946,153
Strategy:
Choose the Smart Approach.
Choose Karim Denz as your driver.
Choose Packie McReary as your gunman.
Choose Ricky Lukens as your hacker.
Tip: Avoid choosing other drivers or gunmen, as this may result in losses during the heist.
Merryweather Heist
Maximum Earnings: $20,000,000 (although the protagonist does not earn any for narrative reasons)
Strategy:
Choose the Freighter Approach.
Playing as Franklin, take out the guards with a sniper first, then take out the two men on the far right to gain control of the situation.
Highlight: This approach includes one of Lester's most humorous scenes in the game.
Pareto Score
Maximum Earnings: $8,016,020
Strategy:
Choose Norm Richards or Daryl Johns as your gunman.
Move fast and avoid taking damage to minimize losses, as getting shot will cost you money.
Tip: When your gunman is killed by a police car, be sure to pick up the bag he drops.
Bureau Raid
Maximum Payout: $331,985
Strategy:
Choose the rooftop entry method.
Choose Taliana Martinez as the driver; she'll show up in an ambulance, allowing you to avoid the cops.
Choose the lowest-paying gunman and Ricky Lukens as the hacker.
Note: Due to story restrictions, Michael will not receive any money in this heist.
Big Score
Maximum Payout: Highest in the game
Strategy:
Choose the obvious method.
Choose Taliana Martinez as Driver 1 and Karim Denz as Driver 2 to avoid losing most of your payout.
Choose the lowest-paying gunman to maximize profits.
Blitz
While not a traditional heist, this mission offers plenty of action and allows you to switch between all three protagonists. Complete it ten times to achieve the Switcher Gold goal.
By following this guide, you can keep your Los Santos bank account healthy while you wait for the release of the much-anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. For those looking to further enhance their gaming experience, consider purchasing a GTA 5 Modded Account from rpgstash.com. This can give you a significant advantage in both story mode and online play, provide access to additional resources and enhance your overall experience.
