Bugstars Equipment

Infiltrating a bug extermination company, Michael sets the stage for a heist by stealing valuable equipment for their upcoming plans.

“Bugstars Equipment” is a pivotal mission in Grand Theft Auto V that highlights Michael De Santa’s strategic approach to securing necessary gear for the upcoming heist The Jewel Store Job. This mission emphasizes stealth, planning, and using clever disguises to navigate challenges and outsmart Security measures.

The “Bugstars Equipment” mission is a key setup for the jewelry store heist, where Michael De Santa infiltrates a warehouse to steal a Bugstars van. This van is essential for gaining covert access to the store during the heist. The player must navigate Security and avoid detection to successfully steal the van and prepare for the heist.

Objectives

• Locate the Bugstars warehouse in Los Santos.
• Steal the Bugstars van without drawing attention.
• Drive the van back to the designated location.
• Avoid or eliminate any threats encountered during the mission.

Setting

This mission takes place in the industrial area of Los Santos, where the Bugstars warehouse is located. The setting reflects the contrast between Michael’s high-class lifestyle and the gritty, under-the-radar actions he has to take to pull off the upcoming heist.

Objective 1: Acquire the Bugstars Equipment

• Preparation: The mission begins with Michael driving to the Bugstars depot located on Elysian Island. Players must approach the warehouse’s entrance without alerting the guards.
• Vehicle Selection: Choose a vehicle that fits your strategy for the mission, especially considering a stealthy approach to avoid detection.

Objective 2: Infiltrate the Depot

• Approach the Warehouse: Instead of entering through the main entrance, which may trigger an alarm, walk around to the back of the building to avoid detection.
• Sneak Mode: Exit your vehicle and enter sneak mode as you approach the Bugstars employee. Carefully knock him out without raising the alarm.

Objective 3: Collect the Equipment

• Steal the Van: Once the employee is incapacitated, enter the Bugstars van (Declasse Burrito) parked at the back of the warehouse. If you prefer to avoid confrontation, sneak into the van without alerting anyone.
• Exit the Depot: Carefully drive out of the warehouse, keeping a low profile to avoid being spotted by any nearby guards.

Objective 4: Deliver the Equipment

• Delivery to the Garment Factory: After successfully escaping the depot, drive the stolen van to the garment factory region. Avoid speeding to minimize the risk of being detected.
• Parking the Van: Park the vehicle under the bridge at the garment factory to complete the mission. Stay alert as you approach the area to avoid any last-minute Complications.

Mission Conclusion

• Wrap Up: After delivering the Bugstars equipment, players will return to a safehouse, where Michael prepares for the next phase of the heist. Cutscenes will provide context and further develop the story.
• Rewards: Successfully completing this mission rewards players with in-game cash, reputation increases, and progress in the overarching storyline.

• The mission is known for its comedic elements, particularly the use of the Bugstars van as a disguise for the heist.
• Players have the option to approach the mission in different ways, whether through stealth or confrontation, emphasizing the flexibility of the game’s design.
• The Bugstars Equipment mission involves a unique approach where players disguise themselves as pest control workers for the jewelry heist.
• This mission serves as one of the first steps in preparing for the big heist at Vangelico Jewelry, setting the tone for many future heist preparations.
• The mission highlights the importance of stealth, a gameplay mechanic used in many of the game’s heist setups and executions.
• Bugstars is a satirical take on real-world pest control companies, adding a humorous layer to the storyline.