How to Dominate in Multiplayer Grand Theft Auto 4

Grand Theft Auto 4 is being hailed by many critics as one of the best video games ever created. It features a stunning array of options for those who play it, and incorporates some of the best elements of many different game genres, including fighting, racing, shooting, flying, and simulation. It also boasts an extremely entertaining multiplayer mode. Many players, however, become disheartened by playing Grand Theft Auto 4's multiplayer mode because they simple can't compete with the more seasoned players. You can compete with even the most hardened Grand Theft Auto junkies, however, if you just follow these steps.

Things You'll Need

• A little learning-curve time
• Experience playing the single-player game
• A little bit of skill

Instructions

1. Dictate the play. Keep switching games until you enter into one where you are the host. This will allow you to dictate all of the rules and regulations that will guide your Grand Theft Auto 4 multiplayer session. So, set the rules in a way that it advantageous to you and your style of play.

2. Seek the high ground. If you can gain the high ground in Grand Theft Auto 4 then you're able to rain destruction down upon your opponents. So, after you get yourself a solid weapon, head for the high ground, or, better yet, the top of a building, and give yourself an advantage.

3. Stay mobile. Always keep a motorcycle, car, or helicopter nearby. This will allow you to remain mobile and follow the action.

4. Perpetrate vehicular manslaughter. In multiplayer Grand Theft Auto 4, nothing will get you more kills than running down your opponents with a car. Just beware players that you suspect might have a rocket launcher, because one direct hit to your car will give them an immediate kill.

5. Find weapons before you find opponents. Before you start hunting down your Grand Theft Auto 4 opponents, get yourself at least one quality weapon. The best ones are the rocket launcher, AK-47, or M-16. The sniper rifle is also very effective when used properly. No matter what, remember that you need to get good guns or you'll get gunned down.

6. Take cover. Remember, hiding behind walls, cars, and other objects is a vital part of staying alive in Grand Theft Auto 4. So, use cover wisely and try to ambush your multiplayer opponents whenever you can.

7. Play the right multiplayer mode. In Grand Theft Auto 4 there are many different multiplayer modes. Some of these, especially Mafiya Work, Hangman's Noose and Bomb Da Base, will earn you far more game dollars than standard death matches or team play. Figure out which mode you earn the most in and use that to increase your rank.

Tips & Warnings

• If you keep having trouble connecting to multiplayer sessions that are hosted by other players, it's likely that you have a problem with your router interfering. Try plugging directly into your modem to solve this issue.

• Don't be afraid to die, as long as you don't kill yourself. Remember, dying doesn't cost you any points, but killing yourself through stupidity does. So, go ahead and duke it out with the other players. If you're killed, you'll just be re-spawned to fight another day.