100% Completion Checklist

Achieving 100% completion in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories is a monumental task, but with this detailed checklist, you'll conquer every challenge Vice City has to offer. Follow these steps meticulously to unlock all rewards and truly master the game.

I. Story Missions

Complete all 36 main story missions. These missions are the backbone of the game, progressing Victor Vance's narrative and unlocking new areas and opportunities. Ensure you finish the final mission, "Last Stand," to conclude the main storyline.

II. Side Missions & Activities

Beyond the main story, Vice City is brimming with optional content crucial for 100% completion. Tackle these in any order, but some may become easier with improved stats or weapons.

A. Empire Building

This is a core component of VCS. Build and manage your criminal empire to its fullest potential.

• Establish all 10 Empire Sites: Conquer rival gang territories and convert them into your businesses. These are marked on your radar as colored icons (e.g., green for Cholos, blue for Bikers).
• Upgrade all 10 Empire Sites to Level 3: Each site can be upgraded through three levels (Small, Medium, Large) by completing specific missions for that business type. This increases income and security.
• Complete all 6 Business Types:
  • Protection Racket: Focus on intimidation and debt collection.
  • Loan Shark: Involves repossessing vehicles and strong-arming debtors.
  • Prostitution: Manage escorts and deal with rival pimps.
  • Smuggling: Engage in high-speed chases and cargo deliveries.
  • Drug Dealing: Involves drug pickups and deliveries, often under pressure.
  • Robbery: Plan and execute heists on various establishments.

B. Vehicle Missions

These missions are initiated by entering specific emergency vehicles and pressing the indicated button.

• Vigilante: Complete Level 15. Enter a police vehicle (e.g., Police Car, Enforcer, Rhino) and activate the mission. You'll need to chase down and eliminate criminals.
• Paramedic: Complete Level 15. Enter an Ambulance and activate the mission. Rescue injured citizens and transport them to the hospital within a time limit.
• Firefighter: Complete Level 15. Enter a Fire Truck and activate the mission. Extinguish vehicle and building fires across the city.
• Taxi Driver: Complete 50 fares. Enter a Taxi and activate the mission. Pick up passengers and drop them off at their destinations. This does not need to be done consecutively.
• Pizza Boy: Complete Level 10. Ride a Pizza Boy scooter (found at the Pizza This! restaurants) and deliver pizzas to customers within a time limit.

C. RC Missions

These involve controlling remote-controlled vehicles.

• RC Bandit Race: Win the race at the RC track in Viceport.
• RC Baron Race: Win the race at the Viceport airstrip.
• RC Raider Pickup: Collect all checkpoints with the RC helicopter.

D. Air Missions

• Air Rescue: Complete Level 15. Enter a Maverick helicopter and activate the mission. Rescue stranded individuals from various locations.
• Beach Patrol: Complete Level 15. Enter a Maverick helicopter or a Quadbike and patrol the beaches, dealing with troublemakers.

E. Unique Stunt Jumps

Locate and successfully complete all 36 Unique Stunt Jumps scattered across Vice City. These require precise speed and angle to land correctly. A map or online guide is highly recommended for their locations.

F. Rampages

Complete all 35 Rampages. These are skull icons that appear on the map, challenging you to eliminate a certain number of gang members or destroy vehicles within a time limit using a specific weapon.

G. Hidden Packages

Collect all 99 Hidden Packages. These small, glowing packages are hidden in various nooks and crannies throughout the city. Collecting them unlocks weapon pickups at your safehouses and increases your maximum health and armor.

H. Vehicle Showroom

Deliver all requested vehicles to the Sunshine Autos Import Garage. There are four lists of vehicles, each unlocking a new car and generating income.

I. Shooting Range

Achieve a "Pro" rating (score 100%) in all three challenges at the Ammu-Nation shooting range in Downtown.

J. Cone Crazy

Complete all 12 Cone Crazy challenges in the parking garage in Ocean Beach. These involve navigating a speedy vehicle through cones within a time limit.

K. Dirtbike Challenges

Complete all 6 Dirtbike Challenges. These are timed races or stunt courses found at various locations, often near dirt tracks or construction sites.

L. Tourist Missions

Complete all 5 Tourist Missions. These are initiated by speaking to specific tourists at various landmarks, often involving driving them to different locations or taking photos.

M. Watersports

• Ocean Beach Race: Win the boat race starting near the Ocean Beach marina.
• Viceport Race: Win the boat race starting near the Viceport docks.
• Jet Ski Checkpoint Race: Complete all jet ski races.

N. Miscellaneous

• Rob 15 Stores: Hold up 15 different stores by aiming a weapon at the cashier until they hand over money.
• Complete all 6 Sprint Races: These are street races initiated by entering specific vehicles or standing at certain markers.
• Complete all 6 "Trial By Dirt" Challenges: These involve off-road vehicle challenges.
• Complete all "Caddy Daddy" Challenges: These involve golf cart challenges on the golf course.
• Complete all "Crimson Cruise" Challenges: These involve boat challenges.
• Complete all "Hyman Memorial O.D.T." Challenges: These are stadium races.

III. Collectibles & Stats

While some collectibles are tied to specific missions, tracking all of them is essential.

• Hidden Packages: (As mentioned above) Collect all 99.
• Unique Stunt Jumps: (As mentioned above) Complete all 36.
• Rampages: (As mentioned above) Complete all 35.
• Maximum Health: Reach 200 health. This is typically achieved by collecting Hidden Packages and completing Paramedic missions.
• Maximum Armor: Reach 200 armor. Similar to health, this is boosted by Hidden Packages and other activities.
• Infinite Sprint: Achieved by completing the Paramedic mission Level 15.
• Fireproof: Achieved by completing the Firefighter mission Level 15.

IV. Property & Safehouses

Ensure you own all available safehouses and properties. While some are acquired through story progression, others may require purchase.

• Own all Safehouses: These provide save points, garages, and weapon pickups.
• Own all Empire Sites: (As mentioned above)

V. Final Checklist Verification

After completing all the above, double-check your stats screen in the pause menu. The "Completion" percentage should read 100%. If not, review each category to identify any missed elements. Remember to save frequently!