|| Introduction About This GUIDE ||

Even though GTA 5 Online has been around for years, new players are still joining every day and veterans keep coming back. I’m making this guide because the game can feel overwhelming at first, and there aren’t always simple, up-to-date beginner-friendly tips in one place. My goal is to help players—old or new—enjoy the game without getting lost in the grind.

|| Getting Started in GTA Online ||

Character Creation (1) – Spend a little time customizing; your look will stick with you for a long time.

Tutorial Missions (2) – Complete Lamar’s intro jobs. They help you learn basic shooting, driving, and mission flow.

Daily Objectives (3) – Easy cash and RP every day. Small gains add up quickly.

|| Playing Solo vs. Closed Friend Session ||

Solo Sessions (1): Perfect for grinding without interruptions. However, certain public events and features require open lobbies.

Closed Friend Sessions (2): Ideal if you have 1–3 trusted friends. You avoid random griefers and can coordinate better.

Public Sessions (3): Good for meeting new players, but you risk being interrupted during business missions.

**Tip**: On PC, you can often get into a solo public session (for selling missions) by tweaking network settings temporarily. This prevents griefers from ruining your runs.

|| Are Selling Missions Good for Solo Players? ||

Small Sales (1): If your business stock is low (e.g., a few crates or small nightclub stock), it’s safe to sell solo. The mission usually spawns one delivery vehicle.

Large Sales (2): These often spawn multiple vehicles. Solo players risk losing time or product if they can’t manage them. Best to attempt with friends.

Safe Approach (3): Sell in small batches if you’re solo. If you’re in a closed friend session, coordinate with teammates to handle multiple vehicles.

Bottom line: Selling missions are possible solo, but far more efficient and safe with a couple of friends.

|| Best Money-Making Options for Beginners ||

Contact Missions (1) – Simeon, Martin, and Lester offer missions that scale with difficulty.

Heists (with friends) (2) – Fleeca Job is the first step. Later heists like Cayo Perico are massive for solo players (but need some setup).

VIP/CEO Work (3) – Once you’ve saved $50k, register as a VIP. Run “Sightseer” or “Headhunter” for quick cash.

Time Trials (4) – Weekly time trials are simple and can give a nice payout for just a few minutes’ work.

Double/Triple Money Events (5) – Rockstar rotates bonus payouts every week. Always check before logging in.

|| Essential Tips for New Players ||

Save Your Money (1): Don’t waste cash on cars or clothes early on. Prioritize properties and businesses that generate income.

Armor & Snacks (2): Visit convenience stores and stock up. Armor + snacks = more survivability in missions.

Invest in a Good Vehicle (3): An armored Kuruma or Oppressor Mk II (once you’re rich) makes grinding much smoother.

Use Passive Mode (4): Prevents random players from attacking you in public lobbies.

Learn the Map (5): Familiarity with shortcuts, Los Santos Customs, and Ammu-Nation shops gives you an edge.

|| Recommended Guns for Beginners ||

AP Pistol (1) – Full-auto sidearm, great from cars and cheap early upgrade.

Carbine Rifle Mk II (2) – Balanced accuracy, range, and damage. Worth upgrading.

Special Carbine (3) – Versatile assault rifle, good for most missions.

Pump Shotgun (4) – Effective in close quarters like heists.

Heavy Sniper (5) – Expensive, but unlock later for long-range fights.

**Tip**: Don’t waste money on every gun at once. Focus on one or two versatile weapons and upgrade ammo/attachments first.

|| Best Early Purchases (Properties & Vehicles) ||

High-End Apartment (1) – Unlocks access to classic heists. The Del Perro Heights apartment is affordable and well-located.

Armored Kuruma (2) – Best beginner vehicle. Great protection and mission efficiency.

CEO Office (3) – Maze Bank West is the cheapest office. Unlocks VIP/CEO work and Special Cargo.

MC Clubhouse (4) – Affordable alternative to CEO for running biker businesses.

Nightclub (5) – Later investment. Generates passive income and ties together other businesses.

Buzzard Attack Chopper (6) – Expensive, but essential for CEO work and mobility.

Kosatka Submarine (7) – Unlocks Cayo Perico Heist, the best long-term money method.

|| Final Thoughts ||

GTA 5 Online can be chaotic and overwhelming at first. Focus on building steady income, avoid unnecessary expenses, and don’t be afraid to grind in solo/closed sessions. Selling missions solo is manageable in small amounts, but teamwork makes everything easier (and more fun). Stick with it, and soon you’ll have the money, gear, and freedom to enjoy the game fully.

If you’d like more tips or guides like this, let me know—I can expand with more advanced strategies or updates.

Last Updated: September 2025