Using guns in combat is a timeless and often expected move – but if you really want to surprise your enemies in Grand Theft Auto 5, it’s time to learn how sticky bombs work.
You probably already understand what to expect from sticky explosives if you know how C4 functions. The only problem with using them is there’s no specific instruction in the GTA V game, so you might need to figure out how to operate these deadly explosives to wipe out your opponents. Or just follow our practical tips in this step-by-step guide on detonating this type of bomb in GTA V (and not hurt yourself in the process)!
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A brief overview of sticky explosives in GTA V
Sticky explosives are among the least chosen weapons in the GTA V game – yet they are incredibly dangerous when operated right. You can unlock this absolutely deadly device once you complete the Friends Reunited mission and buy them later from Ammu-Nation for $400 each.
The bomb sticks to any surface you pick except other characters (unless you are playing GTA Online). Therefore, you can try them out in plenty of innovative ways to cause unimaginable mayhem on the foot or in the car. When bombs explode, they are capable of causing massive damage, especially since you can detonate up to 20 at once in single-player mode. That makes them the ultimate device for setting up traps that work great in any circumstances.
Importance of knowing how to detonate them
To enjoy your time with sticky explosives, read the following tips – wrong usage can lead to your character’s instant death! Start by testing the proximity of damage to familiarize yourself with the distance you should walk away from to survive the detonation. Okay, let’s proceed to the more fun part – detonating a sticky explosive!
Equipping the Sticky Explosive
Firstly, you need to have a sticky explosive in your inventory. Once you get it from a quest or buy it from Ammu-Nation, it should automatically appear there – equip it from your inventory.
Placing the Sticky Explosive
Now, locate your target and plant the bomb using the dedicated button on the pad or the key on the keyboard.
- PC – Throw or place the bomb on the selected target
- PlayStation – Go to the target and press R2 to place the bomb
- Xbox – Place the bomb using LB
Detonating the Sticky Bomb
At this point, it’s time to leave the area and find some cover, as staying too close to an exploding bomb can kill you. Luckily, you can detonate it remotely using the buttons below.
- PC – Press G
- PlayStation – Press left on the D-Pad
- Xbox – Press left on the D-Pad
Safety Tips
The sticky explosives have a 90-second fuse, so if you don’t walk away and activate them from a reasonable distance, they detonate automatically. Therefore, always remember not to stay in the area of a potential explosion for too long.
FAQ
- Can I detonate multiple sticky explosives at once?
Yes. You can detonate up to twenty bombs simultaneously in the GTA 5 single-player campaign or up to five in GTA Online.
- How many sticky explosives can I carry?
You can carry up to twenty sticky explosives at a time.
- Can I use sticky explosives in GTA Online?
You can, and unlike the story mode in GTA V, you can also attach them to pedestrians. Also, the limit of bombs you can place is only five units.
- How do I cancel a placed sticky explosive?
Unfortunately, you can’t do that.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to manage sticky explosives, go and practice your new in-game advantage! It truly is the ultimate destructive power – you can experiment with it as much as you want. Stick it to any surface, vehicle, or building and watch the world burn.
Just remember to stay safe, as getting too close to a bomb awaiting explosion can result in automatic detonation and the imminent death of your character. After all, it is one of the most devastating and satisfying weapons in the game when applied correctly. Kaboom everything!