You Aren't A Real Gamer If You Can't Name These GTA Characters
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Grand Theft Auto is a popular game which can be played on many different platforms, such as Xbox, PC and PS, so it accommodates all types gamers. The game is somewhat controversial, and has even been banned in some countries. For a game that has been banned in some places though, it has done exceptionally well. But for those of us who enjoy free-roam role-playing, shooting, violence, completing missions and even blowing things up, this is the ideal game.
You can do what you want, when you want, and how you want. If you get wasted, or caught by the cops you can always refresh and carry on like nothing ever happened. GTA has also grown in massive strides since it was released in 1997. Man, I feel old! With the growth of technology, gamers can now play online and enjoy missions as a team.
There are also the voices of some famous actors in the game, such as Samuel L. Jackson, Peter Fonda and James Woods. GTA has found its niche in the market, and it won't be leaving our screens anytime soon. Take this short quiz to see how well you know the characters and bosses of Grand Theft Auto!
Which GTA character worked with the FIB?
The dodgy male character shown in this picture worked closely with the FIB. He was, as you can imagine, a rather corrupt agent. He was involved in torturing various suspects, taking the lives of many people and even getting Trevor, Michael or Franklin to do his dirty work for him. He even went as far as to try and get Trevor's friends to try and kill him... With friends like that, who needs enemies? Can you name the character in the FIB jacket?
Name the Boss in this picture.
This Boss founded the Grove Street Families. He became one of the biggest crime bosses in GTA, and he used to do various deals with rival gangs, bawlers, the Los Santos Vagos and the Russian Mafia. He also played a part in getting Carl's mom killed. The character is voiced by Clifton Powell, and the characters real name is actually Melvin Harris. He says the following famous script; "Respect has to be earned, Sweet - just like money." during the Drive-Thru mission.
Who is the character shown in this picture?
The boss in this picture is a billionaire in San Andreas. He Is extremely influential and owns many different businesses. He is involved with Steve Haines and he uses Franklin and Trevor to steal fancy cars to improve his collection. This boss also orders Franklin to kill Michael, by explaining that, '"He has betrayed everyone he's ever known. He's got you involved with the federal government, and he's messed up several business ventures of mine. He has got to go. And you know what? I'd like to say this isn't personal, but it is personal."
True or False; Frank Tenpenny is an officer in the Los Santos Police Department
Remember we mentioned that the voice of Samuel L Jackson was used for one of the characters? Well, here he is; Frank Tenpenny. Frank and his peers may as well just be criminals themselves. They use excessive physical force and the law to their own advantage... Frank also appears in many missions, such as High Noon, Snail Trail, Burning Desire, Gray Imports and many more. Before the final mission, Frank even attempts to kill Carl, someone who used to be his right hand man.
Who is the Russian Boss shown in this picture?
The man in this picture is a Russian gangster who will take advantage of those around him in order to get his own way. He doesn't think twice about killing people and he is really fits the Russian Boss stereotype. He is a senior member of the Faustin Family operating in Hove Beach, a community in Liberty City with predominantly Eastern European residents. He was born in 1967 and even got arrested for public nudity...He featured in many missions including Hung Out To Dry and Clean Get Away.
Can you name this Italian-America GTA Boss?
The mobster in this picture is an Italian-American mobster who is responsible for many drug trades in and around Vice City. He was born in Liberty City and brought his family much power as a youngster. Besides drug trading, he was also involved in gambling, corruption and prostitution. Just like many of the other GTA bosses, this mobster becomes angry when things don't go his way. He is constantly striving for power and control. He featured in missions like In The Beginning and An Old Friend.
True or False: Don Percival is an ex-Navy SEAL Lieutenant General
Donald 'Don' Percival is an American man, and he was born in 1969. He founded Merryweather in 2003 and he also owns Humane Labs and Research. Michael and Trevor interfere with Don's business and, as you can well imagine, this causes much friction between them, and Don starts developing a grudge against these two men. He has a lot of involvement in the various wars going on around the world. Don is also mentioned in the online gaming side of things.
Name the GTA boss in this picture
Do you know which GTA boss said this to Niko Bellick."I am a man of convictions, I have only done what I believed. None of you will survive in this country without me! This American greed takes everyone. It is like a disease. Only I am still sane!". Here is another clue... He was the founder and the Pakhan of the Faustin Bratva. This is a Russian boss who was also involved in excessive drug use and had a really short temper.
What is the name of the character shown here?
This boss was also born in Russia, in 1969. He died in 2008 at the age of 39. This boss served in the Soviet Army and became friends with Mikhail Faustin. They even spent time together in a Siberian prison. Trickery, cocaine smuggling and blackmail were his favourite pastimes. You may also recognise this character from these missions: The Master and the Molotov and the Russian Revolution. He lived in Hove Beach, Liberty City and had a long police record with the LCPD.
What is Ricardo's nickname?
Ricardo Diaz was born in 1942, in Columbia. He relocated to Vice City in the 1980's. Like many of the GTA bosses, he was involved in racketeering and drug dealing. He was involved in many missions as well. These included The Chase, The Fastest Boat, The Exchange and Over The Top. Unfortunately, Ricardo was also involved in many murders. The Vice City Police Department believes that he is guilty of at least 18 murders... Diaz also uses bribes to get the job done.
Complete this name: Salvatore...
This boss is an Italian-American but was born in Sicily in 1935. He was is also known as Sal, or Mr Big. He even owned a few businesses, namely Salvatore's Gentlemen's Club, Caligula's Palace and Leone Casino. Sal also appeared in many of the GTA games such as GTA III, Liberty City and San Andreas. This Don soon married Maria Latore after they'd met. Ok, so maybe six years isn't soon for some of us... Nonetheless, she probably married him for money anyway...
Name the Italian American shown in this picture
The gentleman shown in this picture was the boss of the Alderney based Pegorino Crime Family. He has a few nicknames like; Jimmy, Jimmy P, Peg, The Skipper and The Boss. He married Angie and they had a son together. Unfortunately their son committed suicide but this boss did find another young man to take under his wing. In keeping with the GTA theme, he also kept a mistress in Acter. He appeared in various missions such as Payback and Flatline.
Finish the name of this mission: Fresh...
Wei Cheng is a Chinese-born mobster from Yangshan and he is the boss of the Los Santos Triads gang. This is one of the most powerful gangs in Grand Theft Auto. Wei's eldest son, Tao, also helps to lead this gang. Just like most of the other bosses in GTA, his main income is generated by drug dealing. Wei appears in four missions; Bury the Hatchet, The Ballad of Rocco and The Third Way. Complete the name of this mission: Fresh...
Name the boss in this picture
The big Italian boss in this picture is also known as Toni, Anthony and even Lionel. He was born in Portland, Liberty City in 1968. This gentleman can be considered a business man, as he has a finger in almost every pie. His businesses include Momma's Restaurante, Punk Noodles, Joe's Pizza, Capital Autos and Hogs 'n' Cogs. The GTA boss shown here also said the following, "Let's teach these would-be tough guys what it means to be a tough guy."
True or False: The man in this picture is Franklin Chapman
'Look homie, I don't mind dying. You feel me? But I just want to die over something that matters, homie. That's what Forum Gangsters should really be about." This is something Franklin once said on GTA. His father was MIA when he was born, and his mum was a drug addict. He did not have an easy childhood without a father, and his mum passed away when he was a young boy. Unfortunately, he was also responsible for many murders in GTA.
Finish this bosses nickname: Johnny The...
"A brother might stab you in the back, a woman certainly will, but a bike will never let you down.", this is what Johnny Klebitz one said. Have you ever noticed what colour eye Johnny has? I bet not! Let me put you out of your misery, he actually had blonde hair and bright green eyes... After Johhny moved to Sandy Sores he was murdered by Trevor Phillips. In fact, his final words in GTA V were, "I messed up.".
True or False: The man in this picture is Victor Vance
"I've spent all my time running around making morons rich while my family fell apart and the woman I wanted died waiting for me to call!". This statement was made by Vic. He was a Dominican-American whose home town was Vice City. As like many of the GTA characters, Vic also had many interests such as Protection Racket, Prostitution, Loan Sharking, Drug Trading and Armed Robbery. He also started his own gang called the Vance Crime Family. Is the man in this picture Victor Vance?
What is Carl Johnson's nickname?
Carl is also part of the infamous street gang, Grove Street Families. He was born in 1968 in Los Santos. Carl has a few nicknames, including: Mr C-to-the-Jay, Romeo, Playboy and Mr Right. He is also a really busy man because of the businesses he has. such as Doherty Garage, Four Dragons Casino, Wang Cars, Zero RC, Verdant Meadows Aircraft, Graveyard, Hippy Shopper, Burger Shot and many more. Mr Johnson, just like his fellow gangsters, is responsible for at least 17 murders...
Name the GTA character shown here.
One of the most prominent saying said by Mr Philips is, "Out here, I can be mean, bullying, selfish. Do the things that make me me!". This character can only be described as, well, psychotic. He is somewhat intimidating although he is insecure about being Canadian. He is violent, unpredictable, and not someone I would want to be caught in a dark room with. He is responsible for a number of murders too. can you name the man shown here?
Name the family man shown in this picture
The gentleman shown in this picture can really be considered a family man. He is married to Amanda, and they have two children, Jimmy and Tracey. He met Amanda at a strip club and the rest is history, I guess. He was involved in the film industry and was previously involved in robbing a bank... This character and Trevor spent some time together completing various missions. AT one point he rescues Tracy from a yacht where an adult movie is being filmed...
Name the Italian-American man shown in this picture
The man shown in this picture also made the following statement, "My old man used to work on these. I used to spend the evenings with him cleaning the rollers. I was gonna follow him in his trade but... I lived a different life.". He is seen in both GTA San Andreas and Vice City. He was born in Liberty City in 1951 and was the leader of the Vercetti crime family. Just like many other bosses or characters in GTA, he was responsible for many murders, well at least 18!
Who is the character shown in this picture?
This character is a Dominican American who features in various missions including: Museum Piece, Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend, Diamonds in the Rough, Collector's Item, The Ballad of Gay Tony and more. Although only in his mid-twenties he is responsible for at least 12 murders. He is also a bouncer and has various ladies in his life too, in fact it's believed that he has had at least 10 intimate partners who somehow have lots, or little, to tease him about...
What is Niko's last name?
"Life is complicated. I killed people. Smuggled people. Sold people. Perhaps here...things will be different.". These words were said by Niko in the GTA IV Trailer. Niko is a Siberian man born in 1978. Niko, like Michael De Santa, is also a family man. Perhaps it was his rough childhood in Yugoslavia which has led him to be protective of his family... As a child, Niko dreamed of becoming an astronaut, but instead, he was involved in car theft, Contract killing and Bellic Enterprises.
True or False: This characters name is Claude
This character just can't pick a side. He will fall in where ever he needs to, provided it helps him achieve his own personal goals. He also comes across as emotionless - which can be frightening to the average person... He is also responsible for the murders of many other famous characters, including Mike Forelli, Salvatore Leone, Lee Chong and even Catalina (his lady friend). During GTA San Andreas he also appears to be the boss in many dodgy missions.
Can you name the dog in this picture?
You cant be a GTA fan and not know who this little guy is! He is certainly the cutest and furriest character of them all. This little Homie often minds his own business. He can however perform some tricks and characters even get the opportunity to switch to him to complete some tasks. You can take him with you on walks, drives and even play fetch. In all the violence, murders and back stabbing, this fur ball is still a man's best friend!