Grand Theft Auto Online recently introduced the The Diamond Casino Heist, a thrilling new mission that challenges players to infiltrate and rob the secure vault of the Diamond Casino & Resort. In this guide, we'll walk you through every step of the heist, from setup to finale.
Storyline
Tao Cheng, the previous owner of the Diamond Casino & Resort, has been overthrown by the Duggans, a Texan petrochem magnate. Georgina Cheng, Vice President of Cheng Holdings, wants to take down the Duggans and needs your help to do it. Team up with her and hacker genius Lester Crest to plan and execute a heist like no other.
The Hideout
To gain access to the new Arcade Business property, you'll need to meet Lester in Mirror Park, which will house various playable games. You can obtain these games by owning an Arcade, which can be purchased from Maze Bank Foreclosures, and registering as a VIP, CEO, or MC President.
Heist Structure
The Diamond Casino Heist is different from previous heists in GTA Online. There are several setup missions, and they'll differ based on the approach you decide to take. You can collect equipment pieces, which will allow you to practice elements of the heist, increasing your chances of success. As long as your crew has shared lives remaining, failure isn't the end. Failing specific scenarios will simply shift the team into a new scenario.
Heist Setup Missions
There are several setup missions, and they'll differ based on the approach you decide to take. These missions can be launched from the Heist Setup Board in the Underground Hideout and revolve around intel acquisition. You can use these missions to gather information and equipment to aid in the heist.
Heist Approach
After completing the one-time setup missions, you'll need to choose a heist approach:
- Silent & Sneaky: Attempt to enter the vault undetected, giving you the least resistance and the longest amount of time to steal from the vault.
- The Big Con: Attempt to enter the vault by passing yourself off as workers, creating minimal resistance and requiring finesse.
- Aggressive: Attempt to enter the vault by force, using weapons to overcome extreme levels of resistance.
Heist Prep Missions
Heist prep will change based on the heist approach chosen by the group leader and which ones are completed. This will determine the various bonuses, equipment, weapons, vehicles, and crew you'll have access to in the Heist Finale.
Heist Finale
Once you've picked your approach and completed prep missions, the Heist Leader can initiate the finale. The Heist Finale requires 2-4 players to initiate. After finalizing details and choosing the location of the Buyer, the Heist Finale will begin. This stage will vary wildly based on the approach chosen, the particular intel you gathered, and the equipment obtained during the Setup phase.
Replayability
When replaying the heist, the approach used during the last completion will be unavailable, and on the next replay, that particular approach will be more difficult, marked by a Skull Post-It note., The Diamond Casino Heist offers a unique and thrilling experience in Grand Theft Auto Online. With multiple approaches to choose from, setup missions to complete, and a finale that challenges even the most seasoned players, this heist is sure to provide hours of entertainment.