BigBoyGames_GTA Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 I have NEVER Played a GTA in my life and dont know anything about it. Like the gun called "CJ" or tommy vermecelli from driver is in this game. all i know. Anyway, i thought id start off with GTA 1. WHat are some tips i should know?Β Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
44Orca Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 (edited) 14 minutes ago, BigBoyGames_GTA said: I have NEVER Played a GTA in my life and dont know anything about it. Like the gun called "CJ" or tommy vermecelli from driver is in this game. all i know. Anyway, i thought id start off with GTA 1. WHat are some tips i should know?Β I am curious what made you decide to play the first and oldest one instead of the newer ones? Everyone goes for newer ones but I like that you want to start with the beginning. The stories aren't exactly connected with each entry, if that's what you might be thinking (you won't miss anything). But is worth playing all of them though if that's what you're looking for of course, they're all great. As for GTA 1, it is a very short game and very straight forward, not much tips to give really aside make sure the controls are correct, it's just a bit weird as it is top down view, it was done way better in GTA 2. CJ and Tommy Vercetti are two protagonists from the next games, but don't get spoiled on those yet if you will start with the first one. Also you are referencing Driv3r there it seems? Sadly I haven't played that game but it's just the characters share similar name but it isn't the same. Edited February 21 by 44Orca BigBoyGames_GTA 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645211 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBoyGames_GTA Posted February 21 Author Share Posted February 21 1. It would be nice to see how it evolved, and oldest is simpler. 2. Really? Why? 3. Yes i wanna play all 4. Ah, got it. I'm doing quite well with the view however. 5. Oh, i thought CJ was a gun and i thought Tommy was from Driver first.Β 6. I'll try not to get spoiled. 7. Yes, because there is a character named Timmy Vermecelli Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645225 Share on other sites More sharing options...
44Orca Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 (edited) I see that's a great start, have fun. If you have any questions or you want help with anything when it comes to missions tips and such let us know here or in the Guides & Strategies / Help & Support sections for each game but that's for the next ones, still a long way. I will replay GTA1 and GTA2 soon again since they are somewhat short, also there's the two London Expansion Packs don't forget those. Edited February 21 by 44Orca Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645230 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTACartel.com Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 You seem like a completionist. Check our 100% walkthrough on YouTube. Although "100%" is not exactly possible without save states in GTA1. DosBox have broken save states though and you might have weird issues in the gameplay, so it's recommended to play inside Windows XP VM. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645235 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBoyGames_GTA Posted February 21 Author Share Posted February 21 I am a completionist! I will check out your channel, man. Also, ik, thats why i use them alot because of the police!Β 1 hour ago, 44Orca said: I see that's a great start, have fun. If you have any questions or you want help with anything when it comes to missions tips and such let us know here or in the Guides & Strategies / Help & Support sections for each game but that's for the next ones, still a long way. I will replay GTA1 and GTA2 soon again since they are somewhat short, also there's the two London Expansion Packs don't forget those. I'll let you know man. I ask a question tho: Is it possible to drive the Train at all? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645255 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTACartel.com Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 35 minutes ago, BigBoyGames_GTA said: I am a completionist! I will check out your channel, man. Also, ik, thats why i use them alot because of the police!Β I'll let you know man. I ask a question tho: Is it possible to drive the Train at all? Yes, train have designated stops - you can enter the train there. Afterwards you should be able to hijack it using CTRL+Enter. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645263 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBoyGames_GTA Posted February 21 Author Share Posted February 21 Thank you! 2 more question... i wanna have FUN with this game till i get to London 1969. When will your 1969 playlist be done? And do you reccomend for gta 1 i do just missions or do EVERYTHING in your playlist i.e multipliers, pager messages, etc Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645267 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTACartel.com Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 (edited) Around 2 weeks, then London 1961. Multipliers are worth it, collect them as quickly as possible as you will finish the chapter faster and that was the intended way of playing the game. If you want to see everything, play with save states or play multiple times each chapter to finish everything. Also, sometimes finishing all Kill Frenzies is enough to finish chapter, sometimes they unlock more multipliers so the rest of the chapter is easier, etc. It depends on the chapter. There's no need to "collect" every pager message or info message - this is only for completionists sake. Just review each chapter's playlist and decide what is important for you. Note that London 1961 is famously difficult though. Edited February 21 by GTACartel.com Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645273 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBoyGames_GTA Posted February 21 Author Share Posted February 21 Ok. Thank You! GTACartel.com 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072645402 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBoyGames_GTA Posted February 28 Author Share Posted February 28 Ok guys, i just beat chapter 1. Anything to expect from this game like increased wanted level or difficulty changes? new cars? new missions not from the mob? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072647533 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBoyGames_GTA Posted February 28 Author Share Posted February 28 now i beat chapter 2 and i see a new city called San Andreas. Should i print a map before playing like i did lc? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072647562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jm-9 Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 On 2/28/2026 at 9:14 AM, BigBoyGames_GTA said: now i beat chapter 2 and i see a new city called San Andreas. Should i print a map before playing like i did lc? Yes. You need a map to play GTA 1. It originally came with the paper maps and you are expected to use one for navigation. Also, the difficulty will rise in San Andreas. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072648733 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBoyGames_GTA Posted Saturday at 01:47 AM Author Share Posted Saturday at 01:47 AM i beat chapter 3 so im on chapter 4 SA. will there be more cities? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072650143 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cant remember Posted Saturday at 02:00 AM Share Posted Saturday at 02:00 AM 12 minutes ago, BigBoyGames_GTA said: i beat chapter 3 so im on chapter 4 SA. will there be more cities? Want the spoiler ? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072650146 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBoyGames_GTA Posted Saturday at 05:32 AM Author Share Posted Saturday at 05:32 AM well now i beta chapter 4 and theres vice city.... so yes spoiler Β Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072650176 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cant remember Posted Saturday at 07:45 AM Share Posted Saturday at 07:45 AM 2 hours ago, BigBoyGames_GTA said: well now i beta chapter 4 and theres vice city.... so yes spoiler Β There's 3 cities with two chapters each, so Vice City will be the last. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/1005341-first-time-player/?do=findComment&comment=1072650201 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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