Completion Requirements for 100%
Achieving 100% completion in Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is a formidable task, demanding dedication to every facet of the game. This guide will meticulously break down all the requirements, ensuring you don't miss a single objective on your path to ultimate mastery.
I. Story Missions (Total: 70)
The backbone of your journey, all main story missions must be completed. These are typically marked on your radar with character-specific icons. Ensure you see the "Mission Passed!" screen for each one. There are no optional story missions; every single one is mandatory.
- Toni Cipriani Missions: Progress through Toni's narrative, starting from his return to Liberty City.
- Vincenzo Cilli Missions: Early game missions for the Leone family.
- Maria Latore Missions: Often involving more erratic and dangerous requests.
- Salvatore Leone Missions: The Don's direct orders, crucial for the main storyline.
- Donald Love Missions: Political and real estate-focused tasks.
- Ma Cheng Missions: Unique missions involving the Triads.
- JD O'Toole Missions: Missions for the Sindacco family, often involving their casino operations.
- Leon McAffrey Missions: Corrupt cop missions.
- Massimo Torini Missions: Missions for the Sicilian Mafia.
II. Side Missions & Activities
Beyond the main story, a plethora of side content awaits. These are vital for reaching 100%.
A. Phone Booth Missions (Total: 17)
These missions are triggered by answering specific payphones scattered across Liberty City. They often involve assassinations or specific vehicle-based challenges.
- Avenging Angels: 7 missions. Located in Portland (Atlantic Quays), Staunton Island (Belleville Park), and Shoreside Vale (Pike Creek). You'll be tasked with protecting gang members from rival attacks.
- Trashmaster: 4 missions. Found in Portland (Harwood). Drive a Trashmaster and collect garbage while fending off enemies.
- SlashTV: 4 missions. Located in Shoreside Vale (Cochrane Dam). A brutal survival challenge against waves of enemies.
- Wong Side of the Tracks: 2 missions. Located in Shoreside Vale (Francis International Airport). Involves a high-speed chase on a train.
B. Vehicle Missions (Total: 12 Levels Each)
Enter specific service vehicles and activate their respective missions. You must complete all levels for each type.
- Paramedic: Enter an Ambulance. Found at hospitals in Portland (Saint Mark's), Staunton Island (Rockford), and Shoreside Vale (Pike Creek). Rescue injured citizens and drop them off at the hospital. Completing Level 12 grants infinite sprint.
- Firefighter: Enter a Fire Truck. Found at fire stations in Portland (Saint Mark's), Staunton Island (Rockford), and Shoreside Vale (Pike Creek). Extinguish vehicle and pedestrian fires. Completing Level 12 makes Toni fireproof.
- Vigilante: Enter a Police Car, Enforcer, or FBI Car. Found at police stations in Portland (Saint Mark's), Staunton Island (Torrington), and Shoreside Vale (Pike Creek). Hunt down and eliminate criminals. Completing Level 12 grants 150 maximum armor.
- Taxi Driver: Enter a Taxi or Cabbie. Found throughout the city. Pick up passengers and drive them to their destinations within a time limit. Complete 100 fares (not necessarily 12 levels, but 100 unique fares).
C. RC Missions (Total: 3)
These involve controlling remote-controlled vehicles.
- RC Triad Take-Down: Located in Portland (Chinatown), near the ferry terminal. Destroy Triad vans with an RC car.
- RC Race: Located in Shoreside Vale (Francis International Airport), inside the terminal. A simple RC car race.
- RC Bandit Race: Located in Shoreside Vale (Cedar Grove), near the observatory. Another RC car race.
D. Unique Stunt Jumps (Total: 26)
Locate and successfully complete all 26 unique stunt jumps across Liberty City. These are often ramps, broken bridges, or specific terrain features that allow for significant airtime. A detailed map or guide is highly recommended for these. Look for the "Unique Stunt Bonus" message upon landing.
E. Hidden Packages (Total: 100)
Scattered throughout all three islands, these small, glowing packages must all be collected. Collecting them unlocks various weapons at your safehouses. Again, a comprehensive map is invaluable for this task.
- Portland: 30 packages.
- Staunton Island: 40 packages.
- Shoreside Vale: 30 packages.
F. Rampages (Total: 20)
These skull icons trigger timed challenges where you must eliminate a certain number of gang members or destroy vehicles using a specific weapon. They are often challenging and require good weapon management and strategic positioning.
- Portland: 7 Rampages.
- Staunton Island: 7 Rampages.
- Shoreside Vale: 6 Rampages.
G. Import/Export Lists (Total: 3)
Deliver specific vehicles to designated docks for cash rewards. Each list has a set number of vehicles you need to find and deliver.
- Portland Docks: Located in Portland (Portland Harbor). A list of common vehicles.
- Staunton Island Docks: Located in Staunton Island (Newport). A list of slightly rarer vehicles.
- Shoreside Vale Docks: Located in Shoreside Vale (Francis International Airport). A list of high-end and rare vehicles.
H. Car Salesman (Total: 4 Levels)
Located in Portland (Harwood), at the dealership. You need to sell a certain number of cars to customers within a time limit. Each level increases the difficulty and the number of cars required.
I. Motorcycle Salesman (Total: 4 Levels)
Located in Shoreside Vale (Pike Creek), at the bike dealership. Similar to the car salesman, but with motorcycles.
J. Noodle Punk (Total: 10 Deliveries)
Located in Portland (Chinatown). Deliver noodle orders on a scooter within a time limit. You must complete 10 successful deliveries.
K. Tourist Missions (Total: 5)
Located in Portland (Saint Mark's), near the ferry terminal. Drive tourists around to various landmarks within a time limit. You'll need to complete 5 unique tours.
L. Scrapyard Challenge (Total: 1)
Located in Portland (Harwood). Drive a monster truck and crush a certain number of cars within a time limit.
M. Race Missions (Total: 6)
Participate and win all six street races scattered across the city. These are often triggered by entering specific vehicles or standing in certain spots.
- 8-Ball's Race: Located in Portland (Saint Mark's).
- Biker Race: Located in Portland (Atlantic Quays).
- Staunton Island Race: Located in Staunton Island (Torrington).
- Shoreside Vale Race: Located in Shoreside Vale (Francis International Airport).
- Go-Kart Race: Located in Shoreside Vale (Cochrane Dam).
- Street Race: Located in Shoreside Vale (Pike Creek).
III. Property & Safehouses
While not explicitly listed as a "completion" item in the stats, owning all available safehouses is generally considered part of a full playthrough and provides strategic advantages.
- Portland Safehouses: Purchase all available safehouses in Portland.
- Staunton Island Safehouses: Purchase all available safehouses in Staunton Island.
- Shoreside Vale Safehouses: Purchase all available safehouses in Shoreside Vale.
IV. General Tips for 100%
- Prioritize Story Missions: Complete the main story first to unlock all islands and mission types.
- Save Frequently: Utilize multiple save slots, especially before attempting challenging missions or stunts.
- Use a Map: For Hidden Packages, Unique Stunt Jumps, and Rampages, a detailed map is almost essential to avoid endless searching.
- Master Vehicle Controls: Proficiency in driving and motorcycle handling will be crucial for races, vehicle missions, and stunt jumps.
- Weapon Management: Keep your arsenal stocked. Collecting Hidden Packages helps with this.
- Patience is Key: Some challenges will require multiple attempts. Don't get discouraged!
By diligently following these steps, you will conquer every challenge Liberty City Stories has to offer and achieve that coveted 100% completion status. Good luck, Toni!