In Grand Theft Auto Online, players can enhance their gameplay experience by leveling up various Statistics, with Strength being a crucial attribute that boosts resilience and physical power. A higher Strength level not only allows players to withstand more hits but also enhances their prowess in melee combat, sports, and even speeds up ladder climbing. However, increasing Strength can be challenging, but with the right strategies, it's achievable.
In a nod to games like The Elder Scrolls, engaging in frequent brawls in GTA Online can significantly boost your character's Strength. Given the prevalence of firearms, opportunities for fistfights are scarce, but they're worth seizing. Every 20 punches landed on an opponent, whether they're AI pedestrians or rival players, increases Strength by 1%. Partnering with a friend for a punching session can be an effective way to level up together.
With the addition of The Criminal Enterprises DLC, players can acquire the Motorcycle Club Clubhouse Bar, unlocking the "Bar Resupply" mission. This mission involves collecting and delivering supplies, but players can exploit a specific scenario where they intimidate an NPC for supply location information. By repeatedly punching the NPC until the mission fails due to time constraints, players can still retain the Strength gains from the punches. This method requires patience as players may need to retry the mission to get the desired scenario.
In the world of GTA Online, alliances can be key to survival and, in this case, Strength gains. A clever method involves having a friend sit in a car while you punch it for about 10 minutes. The game registers these actions as if you were punching the character inside, thus counting towards Strength. Players can alternate roles, making it a social experience where they can chat about their day while boosting their stats.
For an easier Strength boost, equip a Knuckle Duster and select the mission "A Titan of a Job," available at Rank 24. This mission involves stealing a Titan plane, but players can sidestep the actual theft and focus on punching NPCs or other players in high-traffic areas before heading to the airport, as no Wanted Levels are triggered until reaching the airport.
Another mission to exploit is "Pier Pressure," provided by Gerald. Instead of completing the drug deal interception, head to Del Perro Beach and start a punching spree. Since no Wanted Levels are issued at the beach during the mission, players can freely increase their Strength by repeatedly punching NPCs.
In "Death Metal," another mission from Gerald, players can delay the objective of sabotaging a drug deal to focus on Strength training. With no Wanted Levels, players can head to populated areas like the beach and punch NPCs to boost their stats.
Deathmatch modes in GTA Online, customizable through the Content Creator, allow players to set up scenarios where only fists are used. Engaging in these fist-only Deathmatches can be both entertaining and beneficial for increasing Strength, as many players recognize the value of this method.
Using the Content Creator, players can craft Survival missions with barehanded enemies at low difficulties. Testing these missions not only provides a fun challenge but also contributes to Strength gains, even during the testing phase.
Metro stations in GTA Online are hotspots for NPC gatherings. By strategically blocking entrances with a large vehicle, players can trap NPCs, providing a convenient location to punch and boost Strength. As NPCs respawn, players can continue this method for significant gains.
Golf, a popular minigame in GTA Online, surprisingly contributes to Strength gains. The higher your Strength, the longer your drives. Players can access Golf via the map, invite friends, or compete solo, making it a fun and social way to improve their stats.