Follow this Grand Theft Auto V guide to complete The Meltdown mission, including tips for the Gold Medal requirements like staying close to Poppy and snapping her photo during the arrest.
Alright, so you've wrapped up 'The Sex Tape' and now it's time to kick off 'The Meltdown.' Just head over to that green circle marker in La Mesa, and you'll get started.
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Once Beverly's done spilling the beans, you need to chase after Poppy. She's being pursued by the cops, so keep up with her! The main goal here is to get close enough to snap a picture of her after she crashes.
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Gold Medal Tip: To snag the 'Thick of It' medal, you gotta stick right on Poppy's tail throughout the entire chase. A fast motorbike is your best bet here. It'll let you zip through traffic and keep pace. Watch out though, Poppy's causing all sorts of chaos, leading to accidents. Try to stay behind the police car that's chasing her – it's a good indicator of the route.
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Don't forget Franklin's special ability! Use it when you need to make a quick directional change or dodge some of the crazy stuff flying around – like cars and people. There's a particularly tricky turn where you have to double back on yourself; that's a prime spot to use it.
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Eventually, Poppy's ride is gonna end, and she'll crash. This is your cue to get your camera out and snap that picture.
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Gold Medal Tip: For the 'DUI Diva' medal, you need to photograph Poppy *after* she's been cuffed. Wait for the officer to approach her, and then wait a bit longer. The game only counts the photo once the officer starts leading her towards the police cars. Get the shot before she's fully put away!
- A motorbike is highly recommended for its agility in traffic.
- Use Franklin's special ability for sharp turns and to avoid unexpected obstacles.
- For the 'DUI Diva' medal, be patient and wait for the arrest to progress before taking the photo.
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