Trevor and Michael set their sights on a high-stakes robbery as they scout for the perfect target.

“Surveying the Score” is a pivotal mission in Grand Theft Auto V where players join Trevor, Michael, and Franklin as they prepare for the biggest heist in the game, targeting the Union Depository. This mission focuses on reconnaissance, planning, and evaluating two key targets: the Union Depository and the gold convoy.

“Surveying the Score” is a crucial reconnaissance mission where Michael, Trevor, and Franklin scout the Union Depository and an armored convoy route to plan their approach for the upcoming heist. The mission emphasizes strategic thinking and highlights the importance of reconnaissance in setting up a major heist.

Objectives

• Meet Trevor and Franklin at the designated location.
• Survey the Union Depository and gather key observations.
• Follow and observe the armored convoy route.
• Debrief with Lester to finalize the heist plan.

Setting

This mission unfolds in two key Locations: Downtown Los Santos, where the Union Depository is located, and Blaine County, where the convoy will be intercepted. The mission takes players across the city and countryside, emphasizing the scale of the upcoming heist.

Objective 1: Meet the Crew

• Preparation: Start by meeting Trevor and Franklin at a designated location near the Union Depository to begin scouting. Ensure you’ve prepared for a detailed reconnaissance mission.
• Dialogue: Pay attention to the conversations between the Characters as they discuss the possible approaches to the heist.

Objective 2: Survey the Union Depository

• Scope the Building: Use the vantage point to observe the Union Depository. Players can take note of key details, such as guard rotations, entry points, and the Security setup.
• Use Binoculars: Players are prompted to use binoculars to survey the building’s exterior, marking important Security features and potential vulnerabilities.

Objective 3: Follow the Armored Convoy

• Chase the Convoy: After observing the Union Depository, Michael and the crew follow the armored convoy that transports gold. The route takes players through Blaine County, where they analyze possible interception points.
• Plan Interception: While following the convoy, discuss possible Locations to intercept the gold during the actual heist. Players need to take note of narrow roads or open spaces that could serve as ambush points.

Objective 4: Return to Lester

• Travel Back: Once the convoy has been fully observed, return to Lester’s hideout to discuss the findings. Avoid any unnecessary attention from the police while driving back.
• Debrief: In the debrief, Lester and the crew will finalize the details of the heist based on the gathered intelligence. Choose the heist approach during this phase.

Mission Conclusion

• Wrap Up: The mission ends with a cutscene where the team reviews their observations and prepares for the next stage in “The Big Score” heist plan.
• Rewards: Completing this mission unlocks the heist setup for “The Big Score,” including the choice between the “Subtle” and “Obvious” approaches.

• This mission emphasizes the importance of reconnaissance and planning, critical elements in executing major heists in the game.
• Players get a glimpse of how the heist will unfold, offering the choice between a loud, chaotic approach or a more discreet, subtle strategy.
• The Union Depository is modeled after the real-life Federal Reserve Bank of Los Angeles.
• “Surveying the Score” is the precursor to “The Big Score,” the biggest heist in the game with the largest payout.
• The mission includes several subtle hints from Lester about the dangers and high stakes of the upcoming heist.