How to Find the Yeti in GTA 5 Story Mode
While the Yeti isn’t something you can encounter randomly in the open world, Rockstar Games included a couple of opportunities to spot Bigfoot in GTA 5 story mode. Here’s where to find the Yeti in GTA 5:
- The “Predator” Mission
- When It Happens: During the main story mission “Predator,” where Franklin, Michael, and Trevor track down members of the O’Neil Brothers gang in the forested hills.
- How to Spot Bigfoot: As Franklin, use the thermal scope on your sniper rifle to scan the area. Among the O’Neil Brothers, you’ll spot an extra heat signature that doesn’t look human. This signature is Bigfoot!
- What Happens: The Yeti doesn’t interact with you, but you’ll see it lurking in the forest. Once you notice it, it will quickly run away and disappear.
- The “Bigfoot” Side Mission
- When It Happens: After completing the game’s main story missions, you unlock the special side mission called “The Last One.”
- How to Start: Head to Raton Canyon, where you’ll encounter a hunter who claims he’s tracking Bigfoot. During this mission, you’ll pursue Bigfoot yourself, though the encounter ends on a humorous note as the “Yeti” turns out to be a man in a costume.
- Final Yeti Easter Egg: The mission may be a letdown for those hoping for a real Yeti, but it’s still a fun Easter egg for Bigfoot enthusiasts!
How to Find the Yeti in GTA 5 Online
In GTA Online, the Yeti is not an NPC that appears randomly in the game. However, there are ways to celebrate the Bigfoot legend by acquiring a special Yeti outfit, which is perfect for players who want to create their own myth in the game. Here’s how to find and unlock the Yeti outfit in GTA 5 Online:
- Participate in Halloween Events
- Rockstar Games occasionally releases limited-time content for Halloween, including the Yeti or Sasquatch outfit. During these events, players may receive the outfit as a login reward or by completing specific event challenges.
- Check for Updates: Keep an eye on Rockstar’s announcements or the GTA Online news tab during October, as Halloween events are when the Yeti outfit is most likely to be available.
- The Yeti Peyote Plant (for Halloween Event 2021 and Beyond)
- In 2021, GTA Online introduced a special peyote plant that allowed players to transform into the Yeti for a limited time. This Yeti peyote plant can only be found during Halloween events.
- Where to Find It: The Yeti peyote plant is usually located in the hills around Mount Chiliad. During active events, consuming it will turn your character into Bigfoot for a brief period, allowing you to roam Los Santos as the legendary Yeti.
- Get the Yeti Outfit in GTA 5 Online
- If the Yeti outfit is not available during the current Halloween event, don’t worry—Rockstar often cycles back popular event content. Make sure to log in during Halloween events and check the clothing stores for limited-time unlocks.
Tips for Finding Bigfoot-Related Easter Eggs
If you’re a fan of Easter eggs, GTA 5 is full of references and hidden surprises. Here are some other Yeti-related Easter eggs to check out:
- Mount Chiliad Mural Mystery: The mural at the peak of Mount Chiliad is often connected to the Yeti legend. Some players believe that this mural, which features mysterious symbols, hints at hidden content tied to Bigfoot or other mythical creatures.
- Explore the Wilderness at Night: Many players have fun exploring the wilderness at night to recreate the Yeti myth themselves. While you won’t find Bigfoot wandering around, it’s a great way to immerse yourself in the legend.
