#GALAXY GTA 8 HOW TO#
Once done, it will be permanently available on the airfield, although you can also find one in the Easter Basin Naval Station and the Secret Military Base where you obtained the Jetpack.Īll special vehicles and how to unlock themīesides the Jetpack and the Hydra, let’s take a look at all of the other special vehicles in the game and how to permanently unlock them: However, you can also switch to airplane mode by pressing the right analog stick / Num 2, then pressing forward on the stick (or just pressing Num 8 on the keyboard).Īfter shooting down the spy ships, you will return the Hydra to Verdant Meadows Airfield. Since it has VTOL capabilities, the Hydra can move up and down (using the same controls as the Jetpack). Once you have access to the Hydra, use it to take down any ships that are chasing you, then head to the Flotilla of Spy Ships.
Sneaking through the ship is the best option, but you can also use flaming guns if you want. First of all, you have to complete the “Vertical Bird” mission which is to infiltrate an assault ship in the Easter Basin naval station, steal the hydra and use it to destroy spy ships. The Hydra is your standard harrier with VTOL abilities and while it may take a while to unlock, the destructive power cannot be underestimated. Once done, the Jetpack is now permanently unlocked and can be found near the AC Tower at Verdant Meadows Airfield.
Shoot the crates until you find a jar with the Green Goo inside. This one is pretty straightforward – you’ll attack a train while using the Jetpack and after taking out the guards, look for the Green Goo in question. Return to the airstrip to then receive the “Green Goo” mission. The truth will wait and take the Jetpack but don’t worry. Once you get the Jetpack in the mission, the alarm goes off. To remove it, go down until you are on the ground then press Triangle / Y / F. Hold down the B / left mouse button to fire a weapon while flying with the Jetpack. The Jetpack is able to move up (with X / Right Trigger / Spacebar) and down (Square / Left Trigger / Shift), with the left stick / directional keys used for movement. Next, search for a key card (there will be a scientist who will give it to you) and go to the Black Project – which is the Jetpack – in the launch bay. Once inside, deactivate the base’s defenses – this will be the key to your escape. When dealing with the various soldiers on patrol it is possible to snip them from afar but you can also use the thermal goggles to detect and avoid them. If this happens, look for a vent that will lead inside the base. Avoid being detected by the searchlights – the worst is the worst, don’t shoot more than two or the armored doors will be closed. To do this, you will need to find the control tower in the base and use it to open the blast doors. and 6 a.m., and consists of infiltrating the secret military base. You’ll have to wait for CJ to get the “Black Project” mission on the airstrip (which happens about halfway through the game). Although you can unlock the Jetpack just by using cheat codes in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition, earning it legit is also an option.