Key Items & Power-ups

Dominate Grand Theft Auto III with handy Key Items & Power-ups. Find Armor for defense and learn how Adrenaline boosts your combat effectiveness.

Beyond weapons and armor, several other key items and power-ups can significantly impact your gameplay. These range from money and police bribes to unique vehicle abilities. Knowing where to find and how to use these items can give you a clutch edge in the criminal underworld.

Money:

• Cash Pickups: Small bundles of cash found on the ground, dropped by enemies, or rewarded for missions.
• ATM Robberies: Steal money from ATMs by ramming them with a vehicle (not recommended due to wanted level).
• Vehicle Missions: Taxi, Paramedic, Firefighter, and Vigilante missions are excellent sources of income.

Wanted Level Management:

• Police Bribe (Star Icon): Reduces your wanted level by one star. Found in various locations, often near police stations or in alleys.
• Pay 'n' Spray: Changes your vehicle's color and removes your current wanted level for a fee ($1000). Essential for escaping the police.

Vehicle Power-ups:

• Repair Icon (Wrench): Repairs your vehicle for a small fee. Found at garages and some mission locations.
• Vehicle Spawns: Certain unique vehicles can be found or unlocked, offering better performance or armor.

Other Pickups:

• Adrenaline Pill: Slows down time for a short duration, making combat and driving easier. Found in specific locations.
• Invisibility: Makes Claude temporarily invisible to enemies (very rare, usually mission-specific).

Always keep an eye on your wanted level and know where the nearest Pay 'n' Spray or police bribe is. Money is high-stakes for buying weapons and resprays, so engage in side activities to keep your wallet full. The Adrenaline Pill can be a lifesaver in tough combat situations.