Part 10

Learn how to expose the Grand Theft Auto VI map, utilize quick save to repair cars, and understand animal encounters.

Map Exposure:

The map in Grand Theft Auto VI is only partially exposed initially, showing only the immediate areas around you and places of interest like Ammu-Nations and Safehouses. To expose the entire map, you must explore every area. Using a plane or helicopter is the fastest method, and there is even an Accomplishment for fully exposing the map. You can set waypoints (a marker on your GPS) on the map to guide your travel, which is essential given the map's size. You can also set points of interest to return to later.

Quick Saving:

Grand Theft Auto VI features a quick save ability, allowing you to save your game anywhere, anytime, via your Cell Phone (look for the cloud icon). This is a necessity given each character has only one Safehouse. A neat trick with Quick Save is its ability to repair damaged cars; saving and then reloading a save made while in a damaged car will fully repair it. However, be cautious: if you have a Wanted Rating (the police attention level) when you quick save, you will retain that Wanted Rating upon reloading the save, unlike when saving at a Safehouse.

Animals:

Grand Theft Auto VI introduces a variety of animals beyond just birds. You can encounter deer, coyotes, cows, and fish. Most animals are passive and will flee when you approach. However, some animals will attack if they get near, indicated by a red dot on your radar (the minimap (the small circular map in the bottom-left corner of your screen) showing your immediate surroundings).

• Dogs: Generally passive, but will attack if you attack someone near them.
• Cougars: Found in mountain areas. While they can be dangerous on foot, you can use vehicles to run them down or superior firepower to defeat them.
• Sharks: Found in the ocean. They may attack if you get too close or act foolishly; one bite is fatal. There is an Accomplishment for being attacked by a Shark.

Early in the game, you will also acquire a pet dog named Chop, who can be used for various activities.

Changing Appearance:

You can alter your appearance in Grand Theft Auto VI in several ways:

• Haircuts: Barber Shops are available from the start of the game for hairstyle changes.
• Clothing: You begin with a limited wardrobe accessible via your Closet at Safehouses. To greatly increase your clothing options, visit Clothes Stores. These stores open after the mission "Friend Request" and range from cheap (Discount Store / Binco) to trendy (SubUrban) and expensive (Ponsenbys). Available clothing varies by character, and some missions and tasks reward additional outfits.
• Tattoos: Tattoo Shops open after the mission "Mr. Philips." Here you can get various tattoos applied to your body.