Guide and Walkthrough (PS4) by CyricZ (5)

Familiarize yourself with the game's core mechanics and any changes from previous titles.

Pay attention to the minimap (the small circular map in the bottom-left corner of your screen) (a small map usually in a corner of the screen showing your immediate surroundings and objectives), radar (your minimap with nearby blips and threats marked) (a system that detects nearby enemies or points of interest), and HUD (heads-up display — the on-screen icons showing health, ammo and the minimap) (Heads-Up Display, which shows vital information like health, ammo, and objectives).

Utilize cover (press the cover button to crouch behind walls or objects) (objects in the environment that can shield you from enemy fire) effectively during combat.

Learn the importance of aiming for a headshot (a shot that lands on the enemy's head, usually an instant kill) (a shot that hits an enemy's head, often dealing critical damage) when applicable.

Understand how cutscenes (pre-rendered or in-engine sequences that advance the story) are triggered and how to skip them if desired.

Be aware of checkpoints (automatic save points that allow you to resume from a specific point if you fail) and ensure you reach them.

Note any changes to the wanted level (the star icons in the top-right showing how aggressively police pursue you) (a system that indicates how much attention the authorities are paying to your actions) system.

Be aware of any DLC (downloadable content — extra missions or items released after launch) (Downloadable Content, extra game content not included in the original release) that might affect gameplay.

Interact with NPCs (Non-Player Characters, characters controlled by the game's AI) for quests or information.

Understand the mechanics of respawn (be brought back to life at a checkpoint after death) (the act of reappearing in the game world after being defeated) and how it functions.

Follow the waypoint (a marker on your map you've manually placed as a destination) (a marker on your screen or map indicating a destination or objective) to navigate through missions.

Make use of free roam (the open-world mode where you move and play without an active mission) (the ability to explore the game world without specific mission objectives) to discover secrets and collectibles.

Learn about any available mods (modifications made by players to alter the game's appearance or mechanics) and their impact.