How to Shoot Yourself in Grand Theft Auto 5

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Last Updated: July 5, 2025 Fact Checked

Grand Theft Auto 5 allows you to shoot your own character in the event you need to find an easy way out of ending your mission.^{[1]
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Research source} To shoot yourself in GTA 5, you must purchase ammunition for your pistol and modify a set of options in the interaction menu.

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Take your character to the nearest “Ammu-Nation” store.^{[2]
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- If you’re not sure where the nearest Ammu-Nation store resides, press the “Select” or “Back” button on your game controller or "M" on your keyboard to access the interaction menu and select “Ammu-Nation” next to “Quick GPS” to find the nearest store.
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Are there different languages in GTA 5?

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Yes, you change this option in the in-game menu.

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Can this work in 360?

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Yes, it can. It will work on any platform as long as you don't have a suppressor on the first pistol.

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Can I only shoot myself with a pistol?

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Yes, you can only shoot yourself with a pistol.

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