Wanted Level in GTA V: Difference between revisions

Like [[Grand Theft Auto IV]], the player can outrun law enforcement to escape regardless of the number of Wanted Levels attained; however, unlike GTA IV, the search area is not confined to a specific radius. When the player is being chased by law enforcement, the [[Radar]] flashes red and blue and the stars are solid; however, if the police loses sight of the player, then the Radar stops flashing and the stars flash. During this probationary period, any police on the radar will have a field of vision (FOV) indicator; typically, officers on foot have a narrow FOV, ground vehicles have a moderate FOV, and helicopters have a wide FOV. If the player enters any officer's FOV, then the pursuit is reengaged. If the player manages to enter a secluded area out of police sight, then the player's location arrow on the radar changes from white to gray. At higher levels, officers search more diligently for the player, and officers can exit their vehicles to search for the player on foot. If the player manages stay out of sight for a predetermined period of time, then law enforcement calls off their search, and the player's Wanted status is revoked.

:* Trespassing in any area patrolled by security guards after closing hours, such as the [[Los Santos Golf Club]] and the [[Kortz Center]]

:* Entering [[Fort Zancudo]]'s airspace; the player has 10 seconds to divert course away from the base before the Wanted Level is escalated to four stars, and anti-aircraft missiles are fired upon the player

If the player is over Fort Zancudo's airspace, then lock-on anti-aircraft missiles are fired to bring down and neutralize the player. If the player is near Fort Zancudo on the ground, soldiers engage the player with Carbine Rifles and Pump Shotguns; however, soldiers do not engage the player beyond the base's perimeter. If the player is inside the base, the [[Rhino]] uses its turret to neutralize the player.

** An open vehicle leaves the player vulnerable to gunfire, especially from helicopter sharpshooters.

** Because of the police's tendency to ram fleeing vehicles, using a motorbike is especially dangerous, as the player loses health when thrown off.

* Use aircraft and boats to escape; it is easier for the player to escape by air and water than by land. On higher wanted levels, unless using a fast vehicle or one outfitted with weapons, escaping by water and air is more difficult due to the presence of Predators and Mavericks, respectively.

* Use bushes and shrubs to hide from police while on foot.

** Helicopters are most vulnerable to attack while offloading NOOSE officers. When rappelling officers, the helicopter has to remain stationary, and officers are defenseless.   

* If a roadblock only consists of a [[Police Transporter]], this means a spike strip is present. When possible, take detours or u-turn to avoid the spikes.