Weightlifting

Pump iron at gyms across Leonida to build your character's strength and physique, from grimy underground weight rooms to bougie Vice Beach fitness temples.

Leonida's gym culture is as stratified as its economy — and just as entertaining. At the top end, Vice Beach's premier fitness temples feature floor-to-ceiling ocean views, designer equipment that costs more than a car, and a clientele of influencers who spend more time filming themselves than actually lifting. At the bottom end, Crosstown's underground weight rooms are concrete bunkers with rusted barbells, no air conditioning, and regulars who could deadlift your vehicle without warming up. In between, Vice Dale's suburban gyms offer the standard experience of waiting for someone to finish their set while they scroll their phone. The weightlifting system ties directly into your character's physical stats and appearance: consistent training increases melee damage, improves stamina, and visibly alters your physique over time. Different exercises target different muscle groups, and a balanced routine produces better results than just hammering bench press every day like everyone at Vice Beach. Max out your strength stats and you'll unlock the ability to perform physical feats that impress NPCs and open up new interaction options. Plus, the gym is where you'll meet certain contacts who prefer to do business between sets rather than in offices — including recruiters for underground fighting circuits who are always looking for fresh meat.