How to change characters in GTA 5

Although it was released more than seven years ago, GTA 5 has managed to maintain its popularity to this day. In part, Rockstar has GTA Online to thank for this: it has grown into a huge community that will likely remain popular until GTA 6 is released (possibly in 2024). Still, people continue to enjoy their GTA 5 single-player campaigns.

An innovative mechanic that distinguishes the fifth installment from previous GTA releases is the story of three characters. You play as Michael, a middle-aged gangster going through a mid-life crisis, Franklin, a man associated with a street gang who wants to move up in life, and Trevor, who… well… you have to play the game.

Switching between these three characters is possible in most of GTA 5 and in some cases even during missions. Let’s delve into GTA 5 character switching on various platforms.

Change character in GTA 5

First of all, yes, it is possible to switch between all three characters during free roam. It’s as simple as holding down a button and selecting one of the other two characters (we’ll go into details later). The moment you switch to a different character, the camera navigates to where that character is at that moment.

These switches have also become interesting and immersive. For example, switching to Trevor can interrupt the moment when he is apparently trying to push a dead body down the toilet. He could also be chasing a woman trying to apologize for indecent exposure or even throwing a man into the water from the sea wall. Other characters also have interesting changes; However, none like Trevor.

During the introductory mission, you will be introduced to the switching mechanic. However, you won’t be able to access this feature until you’ve connected with the other two characters (after the Prologue, you play as Franklin during some missions). After a while, you’ll be able to switch between all three characters at most points in the game.

Some missions may prevent you from making a change or limit the change to two characters. At some points in the game, you will not be able to select another character even while free. This depends on the plot.

But let’s see how in fact Change characters in GTA 5, from platform to platform.

How to change characters in GTA 5 on PC

PC players had to wait a long time after the game’s console release (this is something of a Rockstar tradition), but they still ended up getting the same game as console players. Naturally, character switching played just as big a role on PC as it did on consoles. Here’s how to switch between GTA 5 characters on your computer.

1. Press and hold the Alt key after running the game.
2. Use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight the character you want to switch to and then release the button. Alt key.
   

Switching between GTA 5 characters is as simple as that.

How to change characters in GTA 5 on PS4

The same principle that we explained for the PC version of the game applies to consoles, including PS4. The only difference is that the keys used are different.

1. Press and hold the Down button on the directional pad.
   
2. Highlight the character you want to change to using the Right analog stick.
   
3. Release the Down button to change.

How to change characters in GTA 5 on PS3

Although the PS3 seems like a long, long time ago (with the PS5 coming out for months now), GTA 5 was still released during the PS3’s reign as the next gaming console. The PS4 saw the light of day a few months after the release of GTA 5. So, the game can definitely be played on PS3 consoles. Here’s how to switch characters when playing on the older console.

1. Hold the Down button on the directional pad.
2. Using the Right analog stickSelect the character you want to change to.
3. Let go of the Down button to make the change.

How to change characters in GTA 5 on Xbox

Whether you play on Xbox 360 or Xbox One, both the principle and the key sequence are the same. Here’s how to change characters in GTA 5 on either console.

1. Press and hold the Down button located on the D-Pad.
   
2. Select the preferred character with the Right analog stick.
   
3. Release the Down button to select the highlighted character.

How to change characters in GTA 5 Online

GTA Online allows each player to create two different characters and use them at their convenience. Naturally, the player can switch between the two. However, changing characters in the online mode of the game is not as easy as in the single-player version of the game. Below we explain how to switch between your two characters in GTA 5 Online.

1. Activate the game pause menu while playing with one of the two characters and select the Online eyelash.
   
2. Gonna Swap character.
   
3. Confirm that you want to log out.
   
4. Select the character you want to switch to using the arrow keys.
   
5. Confirm.

How to change character slots in GTA 5

When you hold down Alt. (PC) or the Down button On the D-Pad (consoles), you will see a small character menu appear in the bottom right corner of the screen. You’ll see Michael (blue) on the left, Franklin (green) above, and Trevor (orange) on the right. You may want to change these character slots, but unfortunately this cannot be done in GTA 5. All three characters are always tied to said positions.

Similarly, in GTA 5 Online’s character select screen, characters are tied to their positions and cannot be changed.

Additional FAQs

1. How do you change modes in GTA 5?

Depending on the type of player you are, you may prefer different targeting modes in GTA 5. Fortunately, there is an option to choose between targeting modes.

However, some players have found that the Target Mode option appears grayed out in online mode. Although GTA 5 and GTA Online are generally considered separate games, the settings for the single-player mode carry over to those of the online version.

So, switch to a player character (Michael, Franklin, or Trever), go to the menu, navigate to the Settings tab, select Control Sand choose the Orientation mode of your preference. The changes will also apply to multiplayer gameplay.

2. How do you go from first person to third person in GTA 5?

Whatever platform you play GTA 5 online on, you can switch between first and third person in GTA 5.

For PS4, press the Touch panel to make the change.

On Xbox One, the Select The button does the same.

As for the PC, pressing the button V key It will switch between first and third person views.

While some players prefer first-person mode to third-person mode, they may find it difficult to drive in first person. Fortunately, the game allows you to play in first person while on foot and automatically switch to third person while in a vehicle (or vice versa).

To do this, go to Settings menu, select Showand activate the Allow independent camera modes option.

Additionally, if you enter the Control S menu, you can have the first third person switch occur when you enter the deck on foot. This can also improve your playing efficiency.

3. Why can’t I change my character in GTA 5?

There are two main reasons why you may not be able to switch between characters in GTA 5. The first is that you could be on a mission that does not allow character switches. The other reason may be that you are too close to a mission. If you are too close to a mission point, the menu that normally shows the character screen may show the radio station screen. Drive about 10 seconds from the mission point and try again.

If neither of the two reasons apply, please contact Rockstar technical support to help you resolve this issue.

4. How do I get back to Franklin in GTA 5?

At a particular point in the game’s story mode, you may not be able to play as Franklin. This is mostly due to a streak of a few consecutive missions with Trevor. You won’t be able to switch to Franklin or Michael, even during free roam. Simply continue playing the story missions to progress through the game and the switch option will become available again. However, we encourage you to pe into those Trevor missions; They are brilliant.

GTA 5 Switch between characters

Whichever platform you play GTA 5 on, you can switch between the three available characters for most of the game. It’s as simple as holding down the character menu button (Alt on PC, Down button on the D-pad on consoles) and selecting the character you want to switch to.

We hope this guide has helped you learn how to switch between characters in GTA 5 and fix any issues you may have encountered. If you have anything else to add or more questions, hit the comments below and let us know.