The Kortz Center Heist Prep Missions guide
Prep Missions are where the Kortz Center Heist's setup work happens — gear, weapons, and a getaway plan before the Finale.
Once Scope Out is done, the Planning Board opens up Prep Missions for the Kortz Center Heist. Beebom groups them into five categories: Infiltration Gear, Unmarked Weapons, Getaway Vehicle, Equipment, and Optional. The general rule is to complete at least one prep from each required category, though Equipment preps can vary between setups, and Optional preps add extras on top.
Sources disagree slightly on the exact mandatory count for the Kortz Center Heist. GameRant reported 5 required preps plus 5 optional preps, while RockstarINTEL mentioned 6 mandatory preps plus 5 optional. Treat both as directionally correct rather than a fixed checklist, and confirm the exact requirement on your own Planning Board — it may vary by session or receive balance changes after launch.
Prep Mission categories
Kortz Center Heist prep categories (Beebom)
| Category | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Infiltration Gear | Equipment that gets the crew past guards and locks |
| Unmarked Weapons | Untraceable weapons sourced ahead of the Finale |
| Getaway Vehicle | A prepped vehicle for the exit after the heist |
| Equipment | Supporting gear that can differ between setups |
| Optional | Extras like Guard Shipments, Guard Routes, Glass Cutter, Power Drills, EMP Charges |
How many Kortz Center Heist preps are mandatory?
This is the one area where public reporting on the Kortz Center Heist doesn't fully agree. GameRant's count lands at 5 required plus 5 optional Prep Missions; RockstarINTEL's reporting lands at 6 mandatory plus 5 optional. Both agree that completing at least one prep per required category (outside of the flexible Equipment slot) is the safe approach.
Rather than guess, open your Planning Board after Scope Out and read the exact list the game presents to your crew — it's the only source that will be current for your session.
After Prep Missions
Once every required Kortz Center Heist Prep Mission is checked off, the Finale unlocks on the Planning Board. Review the final heist guide before you launch it — target selection and entry point choice both lock in during that mission.
Recommended tools
Related guides
The Kortz Center Heist Beginner Guide
What the heist is, who Mr. Faber and Raf De Angelis are, and the three-stage structure.
The Kortz Center Heist Unlock Requirements
Prix Luxury Mansion, Art Studio cost, and where the Planning Board lives.
The Kortz Center Heist How to Start
Launch from the Planning Board or call Raf De Angelis in Freemode.
Independent community guide. Not affiliated with Rockstar Games or Take-Two Interactive. Prep categories, target rotation, and payouts can change after patches — verify on the Planning Board in-game.