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All 17 Random Characters

Every random character encounter that counts toward 100% in Grand Theft Auto IV, where it happens and what has to be done first. Leave a few in-game days between one character's encounters.

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All 17 random character locations

  1. 1
    Brian Meech (1 of 3) Hove Beach, BrokerUnlocked after It's Your Call. Any time.
  2. 2
    Brian Meech (2 of 3) Hove Beach, BrokerA few in-game days after his first encounter.
  3. 3
    Brian Meech (3 of 3) Downtown BrokerA few in-game days after his second encounter.
  4. 4
    Real Badman East Island City, DukesUnlocked after Shadow. Any time.
  5. 5
    Mel Hove Beach, BrokerUnlocked after Escuela of the Streets. Any time.
  6. 6
    Hossan Ramzy Suffolk, AlgonquinUnlocked after The Puerto Rican Connection. Any time.
  7. 7
    Ilyena Faustin Firefly Island, BrokerUnlocked after The Puerto Rican Connection. Any time.
  8. 8
    Pathos (1 of 2) Star Junction, AlgonquinUnlocked after The Puerto Rican Connection. Any time.
  9. 9
    Pathos (2 of 2) Star Junction, AlgonquinA few in-game days after his first encounter.
  10. 10
    Sara (1 of 2) Suffolk, Algonquin22:00 to 04:00, after The Puerto Rican Connection and Hossan Ramzy's encounter.
  11. 11
    Sara (2 of 2) Fishmarket South, AlgonquinA few in-game days after her first encounter.
  12. 12
    Jeff Harlingford (first encounter) East Holland, AlgonquinUnlocked after Photo Shoot and The Puerto Rican Connection. The GTA Wiki counts this first encounter toward 100%; some guides leave Jeff out. It takes a few minutes, so do it. His second and third encounters only happen if you spare Shirley, and are not required.
  13. 13
    Eddie Low (1 of 2) Alderney City, Alderney22:00 to 04:00, after Three Leaf Clover.
  14. 14
    Eddie Low (2 of 2) Berchem, Alderney22:00 to 04:00, a few in-game days after his first encounter.
  15. 15
    Marnie Allen (1 of 2) City Hall, AlgonquinAround noon, after Three Leaf Clover.
  16. 16
    Marnie Allen (2 of 2) Varsity Heights, AlgonquinAround noon, a few in-game days after her first encounter.
  17. 17
    Gracie Ancelotti Acter, AlderneyUnlocked after Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend and Truck Hustle. Any time.

FAQ

How many random characters are there in GTA 4?

There are 17 random characters in Grand Theft Auto IV. All 17 are listed above with directions, and every one is plotted on the interactive GTA IV map.

Where are all the random characters in GTA 4?

Every location is listed on this page in order, with the district and directions for each. Open the interactive map to see them plotted and filter to just this category.

Does my progress save?

Yes. Tick items off on the map or the 100% checklist and progress saves in your browser instantly. Sign in and it syncs across your devices.

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Every collectible on this page is also on the GTA 4 interactive map, and ticking one there ticks it on the GTA 4 100% checklist.

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