Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete The Pickup Walkthrough

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Alright, let's get this mission, 'The Pickup,' sorted. This is one of the first real jobs you'll tackle in Grand Theft Auto IV, and it's a good one to learn the ropes with. It involves a bit of driving, a bit of shooting, and some quick thinking. Don't worry, I'll walk you through it step-by-step.

Walkthrough

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You'll start this mission with Roman giving you a call. He needs your help with a deal that's about to go down. Head over to his place in Broker to get started.
2
Once you meet up with Roman, you'll get into a car. He'll explain that you're going to meet a guy named Dimitri for a drug deal. He's a bit shady, so keep your wits about you.
3
Roman will drive you to the meet-up location, which is an old warehouse. As soon as you arrive, things are going to go south. You'll be ambushed by some guys who were tipped off about the deal.
4
This is where the action kicks in. You'll need to take cover and start shooting. Focus on the enemies that are closest to you first. Roman will be fighting alongside you, so try to keep him alive.
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After you've cleared out the initial wave of enemies, you'll need to get back in the car with Roman. He'll tell you to drive.
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Now, you'll have a car chase on your hands. The guys who ambushed you will be coming after you. You need to lose them. Use the city streets to your advantage, make sharp turns, and use traffic to block their path if you can.
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Keep driving until Roman tells you that you've lost them. He'll then drive you back to his place.

Tips

Make sure you have some decent body armor before starting this mission, if possible. It can make a big difference during the firefight.
Don't be afraid to use cover during the shootout. Staying behind objects will protect you from enemy fire.
When you're driving away, try to use the handbrake to make tighter turns. This can help you lose pursuers more effectively.
Keep an eye on Roman's health during the shootout. If he goes down, you'll likely fail the mission.