Grand Theft Auto IV – The Cousins Bellic

MISSION 1: The Cousins Bellic

Given By: Automatically triggered when the game begins
Location: East Hook, Broker
Reward: None
Unlocked: Start of the game

Mission Brief:

Niko Bellic arrives in Liberty City from Eastern Europe to live the “American Dream” promised by his cousin, Roman Bellic. You’ll take your first drive through the city and get introduced to some of the main characters.

✅ Objectives:

1. Watch the opening cutscene introducing Niko and Roman.

2. Drive Roman’s cab to his apartment in Hove Beach.

3. Complete the mission by parking the car outside the building.

️ Step-by-Step Walkthrough:

1. Arrive at the Docks

• After the cinematic where Niko arrives on the cargo ship, he is greeted by Roman.

• Roman brings a cab, and after a brief conversation, the mission begins.

2. Drive to Roman’s Apartment

• Your first task is to drive Roman’s cab to his apartment in Hove Beach, Broker.

• It’s marked on your radar with a yellow blip.

• Take it easy — this is a tutorial-style mission with no time limit or enemies.

➤ Driving Tips:

• Watch your speed and avoid crashing — this helps you get familiar with GTA IV’s driving physics (which are more realistic than previous GTA games).

• Listen to the dialogue between Roman and Niko as it reveals their personalities and backstory.

3. Park in the Designated Spot

• Once you reach the apartment, a yellow marker will appear on the pavement.

• Park the car in the marker and wait for the cutscene to trigger.

4. Watch the Cutscene

• Roman gives Niko a quick tour of the tiny apartment.

• You’ll see Niko lie down, exhausted from the journey — marking the end of the mission.

Mission Complete

• You now have access to:

  • The safehouse (Roman’s apartment).

  • A basic wardrobe to change clothes.

  • Roman’s Taxi Depot, which will serve as a hub for early missions.

  • Saving your game via the bed.

⚠️ Notes:

• There is no combat or danger in this mission — it’s purely introductory.

• This sets up the next mission: “It’s Your Call”, which involves following Roman to his taxi base and introduces basic gameplay mechanics like using the cellphone.