After a botched bank robbery and a betrayal that leaves him for dead, Claude finds himself back in Liberty City with a thirst for revenge. This initial phase of the game introduces you to the core mechanics and key characters who will shape Claude's destiny.
Mission 1: "Introduction" (Catalina & Miguel)
Objective: Survive the ambush and escape Liberty City.
Walkthrough: This is a cinematic introduction. You'll witness the betrayal firsthand. After the cutscene, you gain control of Claude. Follow the on-screen prompts to escape the scene. You'll be given a pistol. Proceed through the alleyways, taking cover behind objects and eliminating the pursuing cartel members. Your goal is to reach the getaway car. Don't linger; the enemies are numerous.
Strategy: Use the pistol's auto-aim effectively. Stay in cover as much as possible. The objective is escape, not to clear every enemy.
Mission 2: "Liberty City Stories" (Luigi)
Location: Luigi's Sex Club "7th Heaven" in Red Light District, Staunton Island.
Objective: Work for Luigi and eliminate a Triad informant.
Walkthrough: Head to Luigi's club. He'll task you with meeting a Triad informant at the Chinatown Docks. Drive there. Once you arrive, you'll find the informant being attacked by Triads. Eliminate the Triads. The informant will give you information. Your next objective is to take out a Triad leader who is also at the docks. He's on a boat. Use your pistol or any weapon you acquire to shoot him. Be aware of other Triads on the docks. After eliminating the target, return to Luigi.
Strategy: The docks can be a bit cramped. Use the crates for cover. If you have a shotgun, it will be effective here. The boat target is stationary, making him an easier shot.
Mission 3: "Don't Spank Me" (Luigi)
Location: Luigi's Sex Club "7th Heaven".
Objective: Rescue Misty from some Yakuza thugs.
Walkthrough: Luigi is worried about Misty. He'll send you to the Chinatown area to find her. Drive to the location marked on your radar. You'll find Misty being harassed by Yakuza members. Take them out. Once they're dealt with, Misty will get into your car. Drive her back to the Sex Club. Be careful, as Yakuza may pursue you.
Strategy: This is a straightforward combat encounter. Prioritize eliminating the thugs quickly to prevent Misty from taking too much damage. If pursued, focus on driving evasively.
Mission 4: "Chaperone" (Luigi)
Location: Luigi's Sex Club "7th Heaven".
Objective: Protect a prostitute from her abusive pimp.
Walkthrough: Luigi wants you to teach a lesson to a pimp who's been roughing up his girls. Drive to the location in Callahan Point. You'll find the pimp and his goons. Take them out. The prostitute will then get into your car. Drive her to her destination in Hepburn Heights. Be aware that the pimp's associates might try to stop you.
Strategy: This mission is similar to "Don't Spank Me." Focus on efficient takedowns. If you get a wanted level, try to lose it before reaching the destination.
Mission 5: "Cutting the Grass" (Toni Cipriani)
Location: Toni Cipriani's Fish & Chips shop in Saint Mark's, Portland.
Objective: Eliminate a Triad member who is extorting local businesses.
Walkthrough: Toni Cipriani, a made man in the Leone family, needs your help. He'll send you to meet him at his shop. He wants you to take out a Triad who's been shaking down businesses in Chinatown. Drive to Chinatown and locate the Triad member. He'll be on foot. Chase him down and eliminate him. Be prepared for other Triads to attack you once you engage your target.
Strategy: The Triad you need to eliminate will run. You can either shoot him while he runs or ram him with a car. Be ready for a fight afterward.
Mission 6: "Bomb Da Base" (Toni Cipriani)
Location: Toni Cipriani's Fish & Chips shop.
Objective: Destroy Triad drug boats at the Portland Docks.
Walkthrough: Toni wants to disrupt Triad operations. He'll give you a car with a bomb. Drive to the Portland Docks. You'll need to plant bombs on three Triad boats. Get out of the car and plant the bombs using the on-screen prompt. After planting all three, get back into the car and drive away quickly to avoid the explosion. You'll need to escape the area before the timer runs out.
Strategy: This mission is timed. Plant the bombs efficiently and don't get caught in the blast. The car you use is essential for planting the bombs, so protect it. If the car is destroyed, you'll fail.
Mission 7: "Last Will and Testament" (Toni Cipriani)
Location: Toni Cipriani's Fish & Chips shop.
Objective: Retrieve a briefcase from a Triad member and deliver it to Salvatore Leone.
Walkthrough: Toni needs you to retrieve a briefcase from a Triad operative. Drive to the location in Chinatown. You'll find the Triad with the briefcase. Take him out and grab the briefcase. You'll then need to deliver it to Salvatore Leone at his mansion in Portland View. Be aware that Triads will likely pursue you. You might also encounter a wanted level.
Strategy: The Triad will be on foot. Once you have the briefcase, drive carefully but quickly to Salvatore's mansion. If you have a police bribe nearby, it can be useful to lose any wanted level.
Mission 8: "Sayonara, Scum" (Toni Cipriani)
Location: Toni Cipriani's Fish & Chips shop.
Objective: Eliminate a Yakuza leader and his bodyguards.
Walkthrough: Salvatore wants a Yakuza leader dealt with. Toni will send you to the Yakuza building in Bedford Point. You'll need to infiltrate the building and take out the leader and his bodyguards. This is a multi-stage mission. First, you'll fight your way through the Yakuza. Then, you'll find the leader. After eliminating him, you'll need to escape the building and the ensuing chaos. A car will be waiting for you outside.
Strategy: This is a more challenging combat mission. Use cover extensively. Shotguns and Uzis are highly effective here. Be prepared for a large number of enemies. The escape can be tricky due to police presence.
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