The briefing
Meltdown is a Story Mode mission for Solomon Richards in Ponsonbys, Portola Drive.
Playable character: Michael De Santa. The mission is classified as mandatory mission.
Objective route — story spoilers
1. Buy your tuxedo in Ponsonbys to attend the Meltdown premiere.
2. Meet Jimmy.
3. Board the limousine.
4. Destination: the red carpet.
5. Save your family.
6. Eliminate the hostage taker.
7. Clear the house of Merryweather.
8. Destination: your family.
Gold medal targets
Time: Time limit: 06:30.
Pedal to the Metal: Reach top speed in any vehicle.
Tier One Operator: Eliminate 12 enemies with a headshot.
Headshot Rescue: Rescue Amanda and Tracey with a headshot.
Gold targets can be accumulated across mission replays. A medal run is separate from the mission’s ordinary completion requirement.
Rewards and unlocks
Tuxedo
Sources & further reading
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