I know, we all probably have a different favorite moment from Grand Theft Auto V. The game was huge, and a uniquely different experience for everyone who played it. I was almost positive that my favorite moment from GTA V was the first heist. Then, something happened after I beat the main story, and it changed the way I looked at the whole game, as well as my favorite character, Trevor. More on that to come. Also, spoiler alert, so bail now, if you must.
So, why did I love the first heist so much?
It was a smash and grab ordeal, and as you grabbed the diamonds and jewels out of the cases, you could see your total going higher and higher with a counter in the corner of the screen. Â I also really liked how you had to hire help, and the better they were, the more it cost you. I went with the highest ranked people all around, knowing that the simple act of getting away from the cops is worth the money invested. Throughout the entire thing I was just having the time of my life and loving every second of it.
By the way, that Los Santos river is the same waterway used for one of the best missions in GTA: San Adreas. That is a few of the many reasons why I adored the first heist. It also set the tone for the amazing game to come.
So what tied with it?
The other truly unforgettable moment is when after you beat the game keeping all three protagonists alive, you end up meeting Trevor’s Mom. I won’t spoil all the details, but I can tell you that when that mission ended, and Trevor is lying on the floor of his trailer, weeping for his Mommy, you see a vulnerable side to him that you never saw in the game. You see humanity in him.
Also, why do you think he falls in love with that old chick in the game? Makes way more sense now, doesn’t it? That is why Trevor reuniting with his Mom tied with the first heist. They were both high points for what ended up being one of the best games of all time, straight up.
And that is why it takes up two spots on the list. Because it deserves to.
