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Just Cause 3

Just Cause 3

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Welcome to Medici, agent! Just Cause 3 throws you back into the explosive boots of Rico Rodriguez, this time to liberate your homeland from the iron fist of dictator General Di Ravello. Expect a non-stop thrill ride of aerial combat, insane stunts, and over-the-top destruction as you use Rico's signature grappling hook, parachute, and wingsuit to wreak havoc. This is pure sandbox mayhem, perfect for players who love creative destruction and a high-octane open world.

This guide is your ultimate companion to mastering Medici. We'll cover everything from navigating every storyline mission and liberation challenge to tracking down every last collectible. Whether you're aiming for that elusive Gold Medal on every race or just trying to defeat Di Ravello and his forces, we've got the strategies and tips to help you achieve 100% completion and maximize the beautiful chaos.

Welcome Home

Follow this step-by-step guide to conquer the 'Welcome Home' mission in Just Cause 3. Learn how to protect the plane, navigate caves, and defeat enemies to unlock essential abilities.

Alright, so you've just finished the intro cutscenes and you're literally on top of a plane! Your first job is to protect it. Three Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) sites are targeting the plane, and you've got your trusty rocket launcher. Take them out ASAP before they blow the plane sky-high.

Once that's done, you'll need to bail out. Open your parachute when the prompt appears and aim for the cave below. Inside, grapple your way over to a small warehouse. You'll find your rocket launcher there, but don't get too excited – it's almost out of ammo.

Next up, you need to get to Mario. Use your grapple and parachute to reach his location, which is helpfully marked with a yellow circle on your screen. Once you arrive, use whatever rockets you have left to take down the soldiers surrounding him. Easy peasy.

After that, hop into the car with Mario. Follow the yellow arrows on the road – they'll lead you to the Rebels. Now, the driving in Just Cause 3 can be a bit wild, so try not to end up at the bottom of the ocean! When you hit a roadblock, just drive straight through the middle of the military vehicles. They'll start chasing you, so weave through them and try to avoid direct collisions.

You'll then find a damaged tank. Get in and use its cannon to clear out all the enemies. Keep an eye on your surroundings, as soldiers will pop up from both sides. Keep blasting until the next cutscene kicks in.

Now, you're in a helicopter and need to fly to Dimah's hideout, marked on your map. Once you're there, it's time to use the chopper as a weapon! Fly directly into the enemy stronghold, and when prompted, hold [X] to deploy your parachute and bail out. Switch to Rico's arsenal to finish off any remaining enemies. If you run low on ammo, there's a weapon crate near the house. When you're told to use the mounted gun, grapple up to the top of the tower and use it to take down the incoming enemies easily. Clearing out the heat will trigger a cutscene, and you'll have completed the mission!

Completing this mission gives you a taste of freedom in Medici, but honestly, you should jump straight into the next mission. The following few missions are crucial for unlocking basic abilities like fast travel, the wingsuit, and Rebel Drops. So, before you go off exploring this massive world, make sure you at least finish these: "Time for an upgrade," "Mario's Rebel Drops," "A Terrible Reaction," and "Friends Like These..." They're pretty short, so you'll be out exploring on your own in no time!

Time for an upgrade

Complete guide to the 'Time for an Upgrade' mission in Just Cause 3. Learn how to destroy chaos objects, place explosives, hack SAM sites, and earn rewards like the Wingsuit.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Meet Dimah: Follow the tutorial instructions to learn movement with the parachute and reach Dimah.
  2. 2
    Destroy Chaos Objects: Use your grapple's new ability to tether and destroy oil drums, fuel tanks, the sphere tank, and transformers in the outpost. Return to Dimah afterward.
  3. 3
    Place Explosives on the Bridge: Use your wingsuit to reach the bridge and plant GE-64 explosives on both sides. Wait at the "Vantage Point" for the convoy, then detonate the explosives when they reach the bridge.
  4. 4
    Hack the SAM Sites: Go to one of the marked locations, kill the soldier guarding the missile battery, and hack the SAM by approaching the panel and pressing the triangle button. Repeat for the second SAM site. Wait for the SAMs to destroy incoming helicopters. Finally, head to Mario's location to complete the mission. This is a good opportunity to practice with the wingsuit.
Tips
  • The wingsuit is essential for reaching the bridge quickly.
  • Spread the GE-64 explosives evenly on the bridge for maximum effect.
  • Let the SAM sites handle the helicopters to conserve ammo.
  • Use the long travel to Mario's location as a practice session for the wingsuit.

Mario's Rebel Drops

Complete Mario's Rebel Drops mission in Just Cause 3 by stealing a scooter and ordering specific weapons and a helicopter.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Reach Dracona's house (as marked on the screen).
  2. 2
    Steal her scooter.
  3. 3
    Drive the scooter back to the mission starting point, which is one of Mario's Garages.
  4. 4
    Unlock the "Rebel Drops" feature.
  5. 5
    Obtain a beacon, found on a black box beside the garage.
  6. 6
    Follow Mario's instructions to make your first Rebel Drop.
  7. 7
    Order any two-handed weapon, any dual-wield weapon, and the "Eubus Eagle" Helicopter.
  8. 8
    Throw the beacon to receive your ordered items and complete the mission.
Tips
  • You need a beacon to order Rebel Drops.

A Terrible Reaction

Follow this Just Cause 3 walkthrough to successfully complete the 'A Terrible Reaction' mission, including tips for destroying tanks, protecting Mario, and escaping.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Destroy the enemy tanks: Do not waste ammo on the tanks. Hijack the middle tank and use it to destroy the other two. Then, destroy the hijacked tank with your GE-64 or other infinite ammo weapon.
  2. 2
    Reach and protect Mario: Go to Mario's location. Kill the enemy soldiers attacking him from all directions. Use your grappling hook for an advantage. Once the attacks stop, use your grapple to open the blue door for a rebel to pick up Mario. Reload weapons at the nearby crate if needed.
  3. 3
    Protect Mario's Truck: Defend Mario's truck from incoming helicopters and cars. Prioritize destroying the helicopters first as they pose the greatest threat. You can tether helicopters to the ground and retract to destroy them, but be careful of them crashing near the truck. For cars, aim for the tires and use your grapple to slow them down. Once past the truck on the bridge, shoot the bridge with your rocket launcher to destroy it and leave enemies behind. Continue destroying incoming cars until the mission is complete.
Tips
  • Before starting, arm yourself with your strongest dual weapons, a two-handed weapon, and a rocket/grenade launcher. Ensure you have maximum ammo via rebel drops.
  • Get a new rocket/grenade launcher from the weapon crate at Manaea's police station.
  • Use the grappling hook effectively for mobility and to open doors.
  • Consider tethering helicopters to the ground for an easy kill, but be mindful of the explosion radius.
  • Aim for the tires of incoming cars to slow them down.

Requisites to unlock: Liberate the province of Baia.

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