No, killing Trevor is not the last mission in Grand Theft Auto V; it is one of three distinct final mission choices available to protagonist Franklin Clinton.
The Final Choices in Grand Theft Auto V
As the culmination of the main story, Franklin Clinton faces a critical decision presented by the Federal Investigation Bureau (FIB) and Devin Weston. These choices determine the fate of Michael De Santa and Trevor Philips, and ultimately, the ending of the game. While there is a particular choice often regarded as the "true ending," players are free to make the decision they feel is most appropriate for their playthrough.
The three possible final missions Franklin can undertake are:
- Option A: Kill Michael
This path requires Franklin to eliminate Michael De Santa. If chosen, Michael is killed, and Trevor eventually cuts ties with Franklin. - Option B: Kill Trevor
This path, which the question refers to, involves Franklin hunting down and killing Trevor Philips. Choosing this option leads to Trevor's death, and Michael continues his life, though with a strained relationship with Franklin. - Option C: The Third Way (Deathwish)
This option sees Franklin refusing to kill either of his friends. Instead, he teams up with Michael and Trevor to confront their enemies and clear their names, leading to a large-scale shootout and the resolution of several loose ends.
Understanding the "True Ending"
Among the three options, Option C, "The Third Way" (also known as "Deathwish"), is widely considered the canonical or "true" ending to Grand Theft Auto V. This is because it allows all three main protagonists—Franklin, Michael, and Trevor—to survive and continue their lives in Los Santos, completing their respective story arcs and leaving the most comprehensive conclusion to the narrative. This path is often seen as the developers' intended resolution, providing a more fulfilling outcome for the game's core trio.
Outcomes of Final Missions
| Mission Choice | Protagonists' Fate | Game State |
|---|---|---|
| Option A: Kill Michael | Michael dies; Trevor survives (cuts ties with Franklin). | Only Franklin and Trevor are playable (Trevor is hostile towards Franklin). |
| Option B: Kill Trevor | Trevor dies; Michael survives (strained relationship with Franklin). | Only Franklin and Michael are playable. |
| Option C: The Third Way | All three protagonists (Franklin, Michael, Trevor) survive. | All three protagonists remain playable. |
Therefore, while killing Trevor is certainly a final mission scenario, it is not the singular or ultimate "last mission" in Grand Theft Auto V, as players have multiple choices for how the story concludes.
