Mission List

Mission List

Welcome to the comprehensive mission list for Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories! This section provides detailed walkthroughs, strategies, and essential tips to help you conquer every challenge Vice City throws your way. We'll cover everything from initial objectives to specific enemy locations and optimal weapon choices. Prepare to dominate the streets as Vic Vance!

Early Game Missions (Fort Baxter & Phil Cassidy)

These missions introduce you to the core mechanics and characters of Vice City Stories. Focus on understanding combat, driving, and basic mission structures.

Soldier (Lance Vance)

• Objective: Get to the Fort Baxter Air Base and eliminate the renegade soldiers.
• Strategy:
  • Upon starting, you'll be given a basic pistol. Head towards the yellow marker on your radar, which leads to Fort Baxter.
  • Once inside the base, take cover behind the crates and structures. The renegade soldiers are armed with pistols and some with SMGs.
  • Prioritize headshots to conserve ammo. There are health pickups (green crosses) scattered around the base if you get into trouble.
  • After clearing the initial wave, more soldiers will appear. Stay vigilant and use the environment to your advantage.
  • The mission concludes once all renegade soldiers are neutralized.
• Reward: $100 and access to further Lance Vance missions.

Cleaning House (Marty Jay Williams)

• Objective: Drive Marty to his business and help him collect protection money.
• Strategy:
  • Pick up Marty from his trailer. He'll direct you to various businesses where he's owed money.
  • At each location, you'll encounter rival gang members. They are typically armed with pistols or bats.
  • Use your fists or a melee weapon initially to save bullets. If things get hairy, switch to a pistol.
  • Be mindful of your health; these early encounters can be surprisingly tough if you're not careful.
  • Collect the money after each confrontation. The mission ends after visiting all designated locations and returning Marty to his trailer.
• Reward: $150 and increased respect with Marty's gang.

Mid-Game Challenges (Empire Building & Gang Warfare)

As you progress, missions become more complex, often involving multiple objectives, vehicle chases, and larger-scale combat. This is where your empire-building truly begins.

The Mugshot (Lance Vance)

• Objective: Help Lance escape from the police station after a botched drug deal.
• Strategy:
  • Head to the police station marked on your radar. You'll need to create a diversion.
  • Option 1 (Direct Approach): Drive a fast car (like a Phoenix or Stinger) and crash it into the police station's entrance. This will immediately trigger a 2-star wanted level.
  • Option 2 (Stealthier Approach): Find a nearby alley or secluded spot. Throw a Molotov cocktail or shoot at a police car from a distance to attract attention, then quickly flee to the station.
  • Once Lance is out, get into a four-door vehicle (a Sentinel is often nearby) and pick him up.
  • You'll now have a 3-star wanted level. Drive Lance to a Pay 'n' Spray to lose the heat. The Pay 'n' Spray near the airport is usually a good option.
  • After losing the wanted level, drop Lance off at his safehouse to complete the mission.
• Reward: $300 and unlocks more advanced Lance Vance missions.

From Zero to Hero (Phil Cassidy)

• Objective: Deliver a volatile package for Phil, avoiding rival gangs and the police.
• Strategy:
  • Phil will give you a package and instruct you to drive a specific vehicle (often a slow, armored van like a Pony) to a drop-off point.
  • Rival gang members in cars (typically Cubans or Sharks) will attempt to ram and shoot your vehicle. Stay calm and keep driving.
  • Utilize the van's durability. Don't stop to fight unless absolutely necessary, as you're on a timer.
  • If your vehicle takes too much damage, you may need to find a repair shop quickly.
  • The police might also get involved, adding to the challenge. Focus on evasion rather than confrontation.
  • Deliver the package to the marked location to complete the mission.
• Reward: $500 and unlocks the ability to purchase Phil's weapons.

Late Game & Empire Management

These missions often involve large-scale operations, defending your growing empire, and confronting major antagonists. Ensure you have a good arsenal and body armor before tackling these.

The Exchange (Diaz)

• Objective: Participate in a high-stakes drug exchange that inevitably goes wrong.
• Strategy:
  • Drive to the meeting point with Diaz. Be prepared for a firefight.
  • Once the exchange turns sour, you'll be ambushed by multiple armed enemies (often Cholombians or Streetwannabes).
  • Immediately take cover. Use an assault rifle (like the M4 or AK-47) or an SMG (MP5) for maximum effectiveness.
  • Prioritize enemies with heavy weapons, such as shotguns.
  • After clearing the initial area, you'll need to chase down a fleeing enemy vehicle. Use a fast car and ram them until they stop or explode.
  • Collect the dropped package and return it to Diaz's mansion.
• Reward: $1,000 and significant progress in the main storyline.

Last Stand (Empire Mission)

• Objective: Defend your most profitable empire building from a full-scale gang assault.
• Strategy:
  • Before starting, ensure you have full health, body armor, and a powerful arsenal (Assault Rifle, Shotgun, Grenades/Molotovs).
  • Position yourself strategically within your empire building. High ground or choke points are ideal.
  • Waves of enemy gang members will attack from multiple directions. Use grenades or Molotovs to clear groups.
  • Watch your radar for enemy markers. Don't let them breach your defenses.
  • If your building takes too much damage, you will fail the mission. Focus fire on enemies attacking the structure itself.
  • The mission ends when all attacking waves are repelled.
• Reward: $2,000 and a significant boost to your empire's income.