Submarine Pieces
30 hidden pieces · Abigail's quest · Unlocks a cash reward
Submarine Pieces are a set of collectibles in Grand Theft Auto V tied to the story quest 'What Lies Beneath'. Players must find and gather these pieces scattered underwater to complete Abigail Mathers' quest. Successfully collecting all pieces reveals the fate of her husband, Frank, and grants a monetary reward.
Overview
Submarine Pieces are a set of 30 collectibles in Grand Theft Auto V, associated with the story quest 'What Lies Beneath'. These pieces are remnants of a sunken submarine scattered across the ocean floor around Los Santos and Blaine County.
The quest is initiated by Abigail Mathers, who tasks Michael De Santa with retrieving the pieces to uncover the truth about her missing husband, Frank. The pieces are located underwater, requiring the use of a submarine or scuba gear to collect them.
Upon collecting all 30 pieces, players return to Abigail to complete the quest, which results in a cash reward and the revelation of Frank's fate.
Starting the Quest
The quest 'What Lies Beneath' begins with a visit to Abigail Mathers.
- Visit Abigail Mathers at her home in Paleto Cove to initiate the quest.
- Listen to Abigail's story about her missing husband, Frank, and the sunken submarine.
- Agree to help Abigail by collecting all 30 Submarine Pieces scattered underwater.
Once the quest is accepted, players are free to begin collecting the Submarine Pieces at their own pace.
How to Collect
Collecting Submarine Pieces requires underwater exploration. Follow these steps to gather each piece.
- Use the Sonar Collections Dock to access a submarine or use scuba gear for diving.
- Navigate to the marked locations on the map where pieces are scattered.
- Dive underwater and locate the glowing pieces on the ocean floor.
- Approach each piece to automatically collect it.
- Keep an eye on your oxygen levels when diving without a submarine.
- Use the mini-map to assist in locating the exact position of each piece.
- Return to the surface periodically to replenish oxygen if diving without a submarine.
Tips & Strategy
Consider these tips when collecting Submarine Pieces.
- Use a submarine to make collection easier and safer, as it provides unlimited oxygen.
- Check the mini-map for precise locations when near a piece.
- Watch out for sharks in deeper waters, as they can pose a threat.
- Plan your route to minimize travel time between pieces.
- Utilize the Sonar Collections Dock to quickly access submarines and start your search.
- Collect in daylight for better visibility underwater.
- Listen for the sonar ping that indicates nearby pieces when using the submarine.
All Locations
Submarine Pieces are scattered across various underwater locations around Los Santos and Blaine County.
Pacific Ocean 30 items
- 1. Near the wreckage of a plane southwest of Fort Zancudo.
- 2. At the base of a large rock formation near Paleto Bay.
- 3. Among the coral reefs west of Del Perro Pier.
- 4. Inside a sunken ship hull north of Los Santos International Airport.
- 5. Near the underwater pipeline south of Elysian Island.
- 6. Close to the submerged ruins east of the Humane Labs and Research facility.
- 7. At the bottom of a deep trench near the Paleto Forest.
- 8. Among scattered debris southwest of the Alamo Sea.
- 9. Near the underwater cave entrance north of Chumash.
- 10. At the base of a large underwater cliff east of the San Chianski Mountain Range.
- 11. Within the seaweed beds south of Mount Chiliad.
- 12. At the edge of the continental shelf west of Vespucci Beach.
- 13. Inside the wreckage of a yacht southeast of the Los Santos Port.
- 14. Among the rocks near the underwater canyon north of the Great Ocean Highway.
- 15. Near the sunken buoy east of the Palomino Highlands.
- 16. At the bottom of a deep pit near the Pacific Bluffs.
- 17. Close to the underwater research station north of the Tongva Valley.
- 18. Among the coral formations south of the Los Santos Naval Port.
- 19. Near the submerged oil rig west of the Elysian Fields Freeway.
- 20. At the base of a large underwater arch near the Zancudo River.
- 21. Inside a sunken cargo container east of the Senora National Park.
- 22. Among the kelp forests north of the Pacific Ocean.
- 23. Near the underwater observatory south of the Tataviam Mountains.
- 24. At the bottom of a deep crevice west of the Los Santos Customs.
- 25. Close to the submerged lighthouse east of the Los Santos Golf Club.
- 26. Within the shipwreck debris south of the Pacific Ocean.
- 27. Among the rocks near the underwater ridge north of the Pacific Ocean.
- 28. Near the sunken fishing boat east of the Pacific Ocean.
- 29. At the base of a large underwater plateau west of the Pacific Ocean.
- 30. Inside a sunken military vehicle south of the Pacific Ocean.
Reward
Completing the collection of Submarine Pieces grants a cash reward.
- Receive a cash reward upon returning to Abigail Mathers.
- Learn the truth about Frank's disappearance.
- Complete the quest 'What Lies Beneath'.
- Gain additional storyline context related to Abigail and Frank.
- No specific achievement is tied to this collection.
Trivia
- The Submarine Pieces quest is one of the few underwater-focused missions in GTA V.
- Players can use either the submarine or scuba gear to collect pieces.
- The quest reveals a subplot involving Abigail's husband, Frank.
- Submarine Pieces are marked on the map once the quest is active.
- The quest is only available to Michael De Santa.
