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L.A. Noire

L.A. Noire

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Step into the rain-slicked streets of 1940s Los Angeles as Detective Cole Phelps. In L.A. Noire, you'll live the life of an investigator, piecing together clues, interrogating suspects, and chasing down leads in a city teeming with corruption and secrets. This atmospheric, story-rich RPG from Team Bondi and Rockstar Games challenges you to master the art of deduction across various departments, from Traffic and Homicide to Vice and Arson.

This guide is your partner in cracking every case. We'll help you achieve that coveted 5-Star rating on all your investigations, track down every last collectible scattered across the sprawling open world, and conquer challenging Street Crimes. Whether you're aiming for all the trophies and achievements or just want to ensure no detail slips through your fingers, we've got you covered.

Side Quests & Activities

Navigate L.A. Noire's hidden depths! This guide covers newspaper collectibles, evidence, achievements, and how to ace every case with a five-star rating. Your key to unlocking everything.

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Side Quests & Activities

Navigate L.A. Noire's hidden depths! This guide covers newspaper collectibles, evidence, achievements, and how to ace every case with a five-star rating. Your key to unlocking everything.

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The Set Up — L.A. Noire Walkthrough

Walkthrough for L.A. Noire's Vice Desk case, 'The Set Up.' Learn how to solve the crime and achieve a 5-star rating.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    The Set Up is a Vice Desk case.
  2. 2
    This guide will assist in achieving a 5-star rating for this case.
Tips
  • Refer to the video guides on Warhawk's YouTube channel for visual aid.
  • All cases, including original DLC, are covered.
  • Street Crimes and Collectibles are also detailed.
  • Trophies/achievements are listed.

Driving All Vehicles

Your friendly guide to mastering every vehicle in L.A. Noire. Learn about all 95 cars, unlock achievements like 'Auto Enthusiast' and 'Auto Fanatic', and drive like a pro.

Hey there! So, you're looking to get a handle on all the rides in L.A. Noire, huh? Smart move. The game's got a whopping 95 different vehicles, and mastering them isn't just about getting from A to B. It's about unlocking achievements and really feeling like Cole Phelps, the ultimate detective. First off, don't sweat the small stuff. As a cop, you can hop into pretty much any car you see on the street without any penalty. Think of it like Grand Theft Auto, but without the consequences. It's your badge, your right to commandeer a vehicle when duty calls. Now, about those achievements: driving 5 different vehicles will snag you the 'Auto Enthusiast' trophy. Hit 40, and you'll unlock 'Auto Collector'. But the big one? Driving all 95 vehicles will get you the 'Auto Fanatic' achievement. So, keep your eyes peeled! You'll notice different cars are associated with different desks and partners. That brown Chrysler Town and Country in the intro? Probably Phelps' personal ride. When you're working with partners like Roy Earle, he might be a bit particular about what you're driving. He's got his Cadillac Series 62 Convertible, and he'll definitely let you know if you're slumming it in something like a Nash Super 600, especially if you're in Vice. Just a heads-up: only police vehicles have radios to get dispatches. So, if you're on a hot case, sticking to the police cruisers makes sense. Also, be mindful of your partners' feelings. Guys like Ralph Dunn, Roy Earle, Rusty Galloway, and Herschel Biggs might grumble if you pick a vehicle they deem beneath them, like a truck or an ambulance. They might say things like, "You gotta be kidding me! We're driving this?" or "Great. How are we gonna look driving around in this thing, Cole?" Interestingly, Stefan Bekowsky, being from Traffic, and Jack Kelso, the private investigator, don't seem to mind what you drive. But, and this is important, ALL partners, including Jack Kelso, will call you out if you're driving recklessly. Running over pedestrians, smashing into other cars, or knocking down streetlights will earn you negative comments. Phelps will even chime in if you're driving alone and causing too much chaos. The game breaks down all the vehicles into categories in the 'Vehicle Showroom' under 'Extras' on the main menu. You've got your 2-Door, 4-Door, Sports, Service, Police, and Bonus vehicles. There are 25 2-Door cars alone, including the Buick Business Coupe and the Ford Convertible. The 4-Door category has 19 vehicles, like the Cadillac Series 75 Limousine and the Chevrolet Sedan. So, take your time, explore the city, and enjoy the ride. Happy driving!

Finding Landmarks

Explore the vast world of L.A. Noire! This guide lists all confirmed neighborhoods and key locations, including landmarks and businesses, to help you navigate 1940s Los Angeles.

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Finding Landmarks

Explore the vast world of L.A. Noire! This guide lists all confirmed neighborhoods and key locations, including landmarks and businesses, to help you navigate 1940s Los Angeles.

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