Meltdown begins with a tuxedo purchase and a film premiere, then becomes a race back to Michael’s house. The two hostage rescues are the crucial gold moments: use precise headshots to save Amanda and Tracey without hitting either of them.
Step-by-step walkthrough
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Buy the tuxedo and attend the premiere
Go to Ponsonbys and purchase the required tuxedo. Meet Jimmy outside, enter the limousine and follow the trip to the Oriental Theater. Walk onto the red carpet to advance the premiere sequence.
For the 6:30 medal, skip scenes where possible and complete the clothing selection promptly.
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Return home after Devin’s threat
Once Devin warns Michael, leave the premiere with Jimmy and drive straight to the house. Use a clear stretch to reach top speed for Pedal to the Metal, then brake before the residential turns.
The family rescue is urgent, so avoid unrelated combat or detours. Enter the house as soon as you reach the driveway.
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Rescue Amanda and Tracey with headshots
Locate Amanda’s attacker downstairs and use Michael’s special ability to line up a clean headshot. Continue upstairs to Tracey and do the same with her hostage taker. Keep the family members out of the line of fire.
Headshot Rescue requires both rescues to use headshots. A body-shot kill that saves a hostage can still advance the story, but it misses this condition.
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Clear the house and check on the family
Fight the remaining Merryweather attackers inside and around the property. Work towards twelve headshots, using doorways and walls for cover. Stop firing when a family member crosses the view.
Return upstairs when prompted and let the final scripted encounter resolve. Complete Michael’s follow-up call to finish the mission. The last family check is part of the objective, not optional exploration after the shootout.
Gold medal checklist
- Time: Complete within 6:30.
- Pedal to the Metal: Reach top speed in any vehicle.
- Tier One Operator: Kill twelve enemies with headshots.
- Headshot Rescue: Save both Amanda and Tracey by headshotting their hostage takers.
Common questions
Does a body shot count if the hostage survives?
It completes that rescue, but Headshot Rescue specifically requires headshots for both Amanda and Tracey.
What is the safest way to aim at the hostage takers?
Use Michael’s special ability and wait for a clear view of the attacker’s head before firing.
What happens next
The crew is approaching the Union Depository operation. Complete Planning the Big Score and the setup missions for the chosen approach.