It's fun from the start, but it gets even more so once the gang wars begin. "Your 'hood is under attack!" Quick -- steal a van, round up a posse, and get over there, pronto! Defend your territory and earn the respect of your fellow gang members.

Also, you'll need to buy up some property around town so that you always have a convenient safe house to duck into when the cops get onto you, as well as a garage to stow that fancy sports car you nabbed over on Rodeo.

When you need lots of cash, big pimpin' is the way to go.

Also, if you want to get a sneak peak at Las Venturas before you've opened up the highway, just jump in the water and swim across. The cops will become relentless, and you will die, but if you're good, you'll be able to get a good look at the Strip, including Excalibur and all the rest.