The Prison Break is the second heist in GTA Online, unlocked after completing The Fleeca Job. It requires a high-end apartment with a heist planning room. The heist consists of two setup missions and the finale. The setups are: 1) Prison Bus - steal a prison bus to use as a decoy, and 2) Station - steal a police van to transport the prisoner. The finale involves four roles: Prison Officer (infiltrates the prison via bus), Prisoner (escapes with the officer), Demolition (provides air support with a helicopter), and Pilot (flies the Velum to a landing strip). Coordination is key, especially between the Pilot and Demolition to avoid fighter jets. Payouts vary based on difficulty and player cuts; check in-game for current values as Rockstar may adjust them.
GTA Online
The Prison Break
The Prison Break is the second heist in GTA Online, requiring 2-4 players to break a prisoner out of Bolingbroke Penitentiary.
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Key facts
| Cost | Setup costs vary (approx $11,500-$40,000 depending on difficulty) |
|---|---|
| Earnings | Finale payout varies (check in-game for current values) |
| Players Required | 2-4 |
| Unlock Condition | Complete The Fleeca Job |
| Setup Missions | 2 (Prison Bus, Station) |
| Finale Roles | Prison Officer, Prisoner, Demolition, Pilot |
| Property Required | High-end apartment with planning room |
Tips
- The Pilot should fly low to avoid radar detection from fighter jets.
- The Demolition can use the helicopter's missiles to take out enemies near the prison.
- The Prison Officer should avoid killing guards until reaching the prisoner to minimize wanted level.
- During the finale, the Prisoner and Officer must stay together; the Officer can heal the Prisoner.
- The Pilot should land the Velum at the designated airfield and wait for the team to arrive.
- Use snacks and armor before starting the finale, especially for ground roles.
FAQ
- Can I do The Prison Break solo?
- No, it requires at least 2 players and supports up to 4.
- What happens if the Pilot or Demolition dies?
- The mission fails if any player dies. The Pilot and Demolition must survive to complete the escape.
Video source: Bawsarnold
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