Dead Man Walking

Michael’s routine meeting with an FIB agent turns into a desperate fight for survival inside a morgue.

“Dead Man Walking” is a key story mission in Grand Theft Auto V that thrusts Michael De Santa into a perilous situation involving corrupt FIB agents. This mission emphasizes stealth, quick thinking, and a dramatic escape as Michael navigates a hostile environment while trying to figure out why he was set up.

In “Dead Man Walking,” Michael is summoned by FIB Agent Dave Norton for a routine meeting, only to find himself waking up in a morgue. Players must guide Michael as he fights his way out of a heavily secured facility, all while uncovering the deeper conspiracy behind his predicament. The mission is a blend of stealth, action, and tactical shooting, requiring players to think quickly to avoid capture or death.

Objectives

• Meet with Dave Norton at the IAA building.
• Escape the morgue after regaining consciousness.
• Retrieve Michael’s Weapons and fight through Security forces.
• Meet up with Dave outside the building to conclude the mission.

Setting

The mission is set inside a morgue within a hospital in Los Santos. The cold, sterile environment provides an eerie atmosphere as Michael navigates the facility filled with hostile agents. The contrast between the lifeless bodies and the tense situation amplifies the urgency of Michael’s escape.

Objective 1: Meet Dave Norton

• Briefing: The mission starts with Michael meeting FIB agent Dave Norton outside of an IAA building. Michael is knocked out and wakes up in a morgue, realizing something has gone terribly wrong.
• Explore the Morgue: After waking up, Michael needs to investigate his surroundings and figure out how to escape the morgue. A brief exploration reveals a suspicious setup.

Objective 2: Escape the Morgue

• Stealth Option: Players can choose to sneak past morgue workers and guards to minimize confrontation. Use Michael’s stealth abilities to quietly navigate the area.
• Combat Option: Alternatively, players can choose to engage Security forces with firearms after retrieving Michael’s Weapons from a locker nearby.

Objective 3: Fight Through Security

• Combat Engagement: After retrieving his Weapons, Michael must fight through several Security guards and FIB agents who are now aware of his presence. Use cover and headshots to clear the path.
• Strategic Maneuvering: As you make your way through the hospital, be aware of armed resistance. Keep an eye on health and body armor levels to avoid getting overwhelmed.

Objective 4: Meet Dave Norton

• Escape the Facility: After defeating the Security forces, Michael escapes the building and meets up with Dave outside. The mission ends with a cutscene in which Dave explains the situation and its implications for Michael.
• Mission Wrap-Up: Michael is left to process the events, but the encounter hints at the deeper conspiracies involving the FIB, setting the stage for future Missions.

Mission Conclusion

• Rewards: Upon completion, players unlock further story progression and gain experience in tactical combat and stealth gameplay. There are no cash rewards for this mission, but it advances the narrative significantly.

• This mission marks one of the early pivotal points where Michael becomes more deeply involved with the FIB.
• The morgue setting and waking-up sequence are inspired by classic spy and conspiracy movies, adding to the suspense of the mission.
• Players can choose to either stealthily avoid guards or take them head-on, showcasing the variety of approaches available in the game.
• The “Dead Man Walking” title refers to Michael’s precarious situation, where his involvement with corrupt agents puts him in mortal danger.
• The mission unlocks more interactions between Michael and Dave, leading to further involvement with the FIB and complicating Michael’s life.