How to fix missions not showing up in GTA V

One of the most frustrating problems that can occur in GTA V is that suddenly the story mode missions stop appearing. Many players have found themselves in a situation where, after completing a mission, they do not receive any further prompts to continue the plot. This can be caused by bugs in the game, misunderstandings with the character selection mechanics or even details that have gone unnoticed.

If you find yourself stuck without new missions, don't despair. Here's how to get started. all possible solutions that have worked for other players. From simple adjustments to character movement to the possible need to restart the game, we will analyze each option in detail.

Check the characters' cell phones

In story mode GTA V, some orders depend on phone callsIf your character's cell phone is not set to normal mode or with sound on, you could be missing out on key communications that unlock new missions.

• Access the mobile of the character you are using.
• Check that the sound is on and not in silent mode.
• Wander around Los Santos for a few minutes to see if you get any important calls.

Switch between characters

Sometimes, quests only appear when you control a specific character. The game may be waiting for you to do something with that character. Michael, Franklin or Trevor, but you're using the wrong character.

• Switch between the three protagonists with the D-pad or the corresponding key.
• With each character, walk around for a while and wait to see if any new quests appear.
• Try calling other characters from your phone to unlock events.

Perform side missions

 

One possible reason why you are not seeing new missions is that the game is waiting for you to complete them. side missionsSome plots require you to complete specific events before you can continue with the main story.

• Visit the blue icons on the map to find pending activities.
• Complete any Strange and Crazy missions available to you.
• Participate in activities such as races, shooting clubs or petty robberies.

Reload the saved game

If after trying the above solutions you still don't receive new missions, load a previous saved game may be the key. In some cases, data may have been corrupted or a glitch may have prevented the next mission from being activated.

• Go to the pause menu and load a recent previous save.
• If you don't have a recent save, save a new one in a different slot and load it.
• Check to see if new quests appear on the map now.

Use a taxi and skip the trip

Some players have reported that taking a taxi and choosing the option “Skip trip” has unlocked new quests. This might help fix the problem if you're stuck in an area with no active events.

• Stop a taxi on the street or call one from your mobile phone.
• Select a destination on the map.
• Choose the option to skip the route.

Verify the location of the getaway vehicle

If you are in the middle of a heist mission and no new missions appear, the problem may be with the location of the getaway vehicleSome players have discovered that if you don't park it in a suitable spot, the game won't trigger the next stage.

• Make sure your getaway vehicle is in a discreet area.
• Try changing its location.
• Call Michael or the mission contact from your mobile.

Uninstall updates and reinstall the game

If none of the above solutions have worked, you might be facing a Installation or update failureSome players have reported that uninstalling the latest updates and reinstalling the game has fixed the issue.

• Uninstall updates from GTA V from the system settings.
• Restart the game and check if new quests appear.
• If necessary, uninstall the game completely and reinstall it.

If after trying all these solutions you still don't receive missions, the only viable option may be start a new game. While this is the least desired solution, it will ensure that you avoid any errors left in your current progress.